When things go wrong

If you are a victim of a crime

We can give general information about local police and legal procedures.

Help if you are arrested or detained

British nationals arrested abroad should contact the relevant British embassy, high commission or consulate.

If you need a lawyer

Lawyers list

If you need a doctor

If you become sick or are injured abroad you should seek medical attention locally if you feel you need it.

If you are seriously ill or injured

We aim to contact you within 24 hours of being told that you have been admitted to hospital.

Help if someone dies

How the British High Commission can help if a UK citizen dies abroad.

Rape and sexual assault

If you have been sexually assaulted whilst abroad you should tell the relevant embassy/high commission as soon as possible.

Child abduction

International parental child abduction is a human rights issue and one that we take very seriously.

Missing persons

If you suspect a relative of friend has gone missing in Singapore, contact Consular Centre in Singapore at (65) 6424 4200.

UK police records

At present, the UK authorities do not provide police clearance certificates.

Useful information if you need help in Singapore

If you need medication, information on insurance or how to transfer funds, here is some information and some useful links

Useful links

Consular service application form
Legal issues to be aware of in Singapore

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Consular Services Application Hours

The Consular Section is open to the public for consular service applications from

Monday-Friday: 09:00-12:00 and
additionally on Wednesday only: 14:00-15:00
excluding High Commission holidays.

For emergency consular assistance:

Tel: (65) 6424 4200
Fax: (65) 6424 4264
Consular.Singapore@fco.gov.uk

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