8: Nationals Abroad
Delivering high-quality support for British nationals abroad, in normal times and in crises Other Information:
Support for British nationals overseas ranges from regular passport services to help for those in difficulty. It is an important
commitment of the Government as a whole, with the FCO leading the efforts of a wide range of Departments. British nationals
now make about 65 million overseas trips a year – three times more than in the mid-1980s – and the number continues to rise.
More people are travelling independently, and to more distant and sometimes dangerous destinations. Around 13 million British
nationals live and work abroad. Our diverse and increasingly international society will influence demands for consular assistance,
including for example through the British Hajj delegation which supports British Muslims participating in the pilgrimage.
Demand for our support in crises is also at record levels, as natural disasters, accidents or terrorist attacks affect British
nationals, either directly or through family and other links. Our Travel Advice (www.fco.gov.uk/travel) plays a central part
in helping British nationals make informed, responsible decisions about their safety overseas.
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