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  • 06:32 21 Nov 2009
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  • 01:32 21 Nov 2009

Help for British nationals

British Consuls will do everything they properly can to help British people in difficulty abroad. This page gives advice about what help we can provide if you do get into difficulty. We offer help which is appropriate to the individual circumstances of each case.

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Swine flu outbreak

Human cases of swine influenza have been reported in certain areas of North America. Get the latest travel advice information.

Important information for British nationals visiting the USA

British passport holders who want to enter the USA by air or sea under the US Visa Waiver Program after 12 January 2009 must register with the US Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) prior to travelling.  For information about ESTA see FCO Travel Advice for the USA.

See Also

Travel advice for Canada

British High Commission contact information

Other offices in Canada

Useful Links

FCO publication: Support for British nationals abroad [pdf]

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