Emergency
Tap any number to call from a mobile device
Essential Phrases
General
Excuse me
ek-SKYOOZ mee
Excuse me
How much?
how MUCH
How much?
I want to buy
eye WANT too BUY
I want to buy
No
noh
No
Please
PLEEZ
Please
Where is?
WARE iz
Where is...?
Yes
yes
Yes
Greetings
Hello
HEL-oh
Hello
Thank you
THANK yoo
Thank you
Emergency
Help!
help
Help!
US Embassy
Consulate
Washington DC
2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20037
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to travel to United States right now?
The U.S. Department of State rates United States at Level 1 (Normal Precautions) as of the current advisory. We do not have a current U.S. travel advisory on file.
Do U.S. citizens need a visa for United States?
Visa requirements depend on your passport and length of stay. Use TravelSafe's free Visa Checker (linked in the Visa Requirements section above) to see the latest entry rules, passport validity requirements, and any visa-on-arrival options.
What are the emergency numbers in United States?
Emergency services in United States: ambulance 911; fire 911; general emergency 911; police 911. Tap any number in the Emergency section above to call directly from a mobile device.
Is United States safe for solo travelers?
With the current advisory at Level 1 (Normal Precautions), United States is generally manageable for prepared solo travelers. Standard precautions apply: share your itinerary, keep digital copies of your passport, and register with STEP (step.state.gov).
Always cross-check with official sources: travel.state.gov · cdc.gov
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