Travel money
Don’t be a victim of theft and fraud when you’re abroad.
Before you go
• get some local currency – you’ll probably need to order less common currencies a week in advance
• order a mixture of cash and travellers’ cheques
• write down the numbers of your travellers’ cheques
• write down your credit card numbers and expiry dates – leave a copy at home
• check your credit card is valid in the country you’re visiting
• note your credit card’s emergency cancellation phone number
• take enough money to cover emergencies
When you’re away
• familiarise yourself with the local currency as soon as you arrive
• don’t carry more money than you need for the day or evening
• If you need to carry a lot of cash ask your partner of friend to carry some for you
• keep a small amount of cash in your wallet and the rest in a secure money belt or inside pocket
• if you have several credit or debit cards, only take one out with you
• leave your cash, cards and travellers’ cheques in a hotel safe – check it is secure
Consular Section Contacts
The Consular Section of the British Embassy is located in Meadowlands (located in the northern area of Camp Prosperity on the northwestern tip of the International Zone. For directions, click here (Word, 21KB, Opens in a new window))
Opening Hours:
Sat – Thurs: 1000 to 1200 local time
Telephone:
During working hours: +964 7901 911 684
Outside working hour: +964 7901 935 149 or +1 914 360 9060
These telephone numbers should be used for emergencies involving British Nationals only.
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