Cristina, a consular officer in Portugal, reflects on assisting bereaved family and friends when their travel companion unexpectedly died in Lisbon.
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Consular services/ Consular state of play/ Case studies/ When consular leaves its mark
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While youre away/ When things go wrong/ Someone has died overseas
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When death happens overseas it can be difficult. During this time, consular staff will do what we can to assist you. However, there are limits to our help.
I need urgent help
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In the event of a natural disaster or other crisis in or near your location, you may require assistance. Read this page to see where to get help.
Before you go/ Getting around/ Travelling by boat
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This page will help you understand the risks and take appropriate precautions before you head out on the water.
Before you go/ Staying safe/ Armed conflict
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Armed conflict can happen at any time. Read our advice before travelling somewhere where armed conflict may occur.
Before you go/ Activities/ Retiring overseas
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Retiring overseas is a big decision that needs careful thought. Read this page for advice about what to think about before retiring overseas.
While youre away/ Crisis or emergency/ There's a severe weather incident
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What to do if you're travelling overseas and there's been a hurricane, tornado or other severe weather incident in or near your location.
News and updates/ Safety tips for solo travellers
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Travelling alone can be a rewarding experience but has some unique risks. We have some tips if you're thinking of taking a solo trip.
Consular services/ Notarial services/ Documents we can legalise
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Foreign authorities may request a document to be issued with an Apostille or an Authentication certificate before they will accept it. This is called ‘legalisation’.