U.S. Department of State

Living Abroad

Click on the links to the left to access information about living, studying, and teaching abroad.

If you are planning to live abroad, you should also take advantage of our "Register With Embassies" program. Registering at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate (in the country you are living in) makes your whereabouts known, in the event of an emergency. During any kind of emergency, American consular officers will be able to reach you...if we know where you are. To read more about this program, click here.

Also, see these links for specific situations:

• General Advice for Americans Resident Overseas
• Registration with Embassies
• Voting Abroad
• Federal Benefits and Federal Agency Services for American Citizens Abroad
• Travel Benefits for Students and Teachers
• Students - Spring Break and International Travel Safety
• Travel Warning on Drugs Abroad

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