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Appointments required for routine services. For urgent matters outside posted hours, contact consularbrunei@state.gov.
The Department of State assists incarcerated U.S. citizens and their families within the limits of our authority under international and domestic law.
When a U.S. citizen dies abroad, the Department of State provides comprehensive assistance to family and friends, including: notification and information and issuing official documentation.
Important: Brunei is not a signatory to the 1980 Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction. If your child was abducted to Brunei: Contact the U.S. State Department to discuss your case and learn about available resources.
The Department of State provides comprehensive assistance to U.S. citizens who are victims of crime while traveling or living overseas.
Are you a U.S. citizen who needs a passport?
The Department of State assists incarcerated U.S. citizens and their families within the limits of our authority under international and domestic law.
When a U.S. citizen dies abroad, the Department of State provides comprehensive assistance to family and friends, including: notification and information and issuing official documentation.
International Parental Child Abduction
Important: Brunei is not a signatory to the 1980 Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction. If your child was abducted to Brunei: Contact the U.S. State Department to discuss your case and learn about available resources.
The Department of State provides comprehensive assistance to U.S. citizens who are victims of crime while traveling or living overseas.
U.S. citizens in need of emergency financial assistance while abroad should first attempt to contact their family, friends, banking institution, or employer. Our American Citizen Services unit can assist in this effort, if necessary.
Use a commercial money transfer service, such as Western Union or MoneyGram., to wire money overseas. Money transfer cost comparison tools online can help you identify the best option. The person receiving the money will need to present proof of identity such as a passport.
When the commercial options listed above are not available or feasible, family or friends may send funds via the U.S. Department of State for delivery to a destitute U.S. citizen abroad at the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. The U.S. Department of State assesses a $30 fee to establish an account and transfer funds.
Destitute U.S. citizens may be eligible for a loan from the U.S. government to travel to the United States. Repatriation loans must eventually be paid back to the U.S. government. Your U.S. passports will be limited at the time the loan is issued and in most cases you will not be issued a new passport until the loan is paid in full. Contact us for more information.
U.S. citizens in need of emergency financial assistance while abroad should first attempt to contact their family, friends, banking institution, or employer. Our American Citizen Services unit can assist in this effort, if necessary.
Use a commercial money transfer service, such as Western Union or MoneyGram., to wire money overseas. Money transfer cost comparison tools online can help you identify the best option. The person receiving the money will need to present proof of identity such as a passport.
Sending Money through the U.S. Department of State
When the commercial options listed above are not available or feasible, family or friends may send funds via the U.S. Department of State for delivery to a destitute U.S. citizen abroad at the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. The U.S. Department of State assesses a $30 fee to establish an account and transfer funds.
Destitute U.S. citizens may be eligible for a loan from the U.S. government to travel to the United States. Repatriation loans must eventually be paid back to the U.S. government. Your U.S. passports will be limited at the time the loan is issued and in most cases you will not be issued a new passport until the loan is paid in full. Contact us for more information.
Consular Affairs (CA) is the public face of the Department of State for millions of people around the world. We provide many services, and the most common are listed below.
U.S. Citizens overseas can renew passports, replace passports, or apply for new passports.
File Your U.S. Taxes: Living abroad? U.S. citizens and green card holders still must file federal income tax returns.
U.S. dual citizens and U.S. citizens living outside the United States can register with the Selective Service System.
Brunei residents with questions about Social Security Administration (SSA) services should contact the Federal Benefits Unit (FBU) located in Manila, Philippines. For comprehensive information about SSA services abroad, click the “Learn More” link below.
U.S. service members, veterans, and their beneficiaries can access and apply for benefits online through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) website. The Federal Benefits Unit (FBU) is available to help veterans and beneficiaries with questions regarding VA benefits and services.
VOTE FROM ABROAD! U.S. Citizens: Don’t Miss Your Chance to Vote Annual Registration Required: Some states require absentee voters to register every year. Make sure you’re registered for the current election cycle.
File Your U.S. Taxes: Living abroad? U.S. citizens and green card holders still must file federal income tax returns.
U.S. dual citizens and U.S. citizens living outside the United States can register with the Selective Service System.
Brunei residents with questions about Social Security Administration (SSA) services should contact the Federal Benefits Unit (FBU) located in Manila, Philippines. For comprehensive information about SSA services abroad, click the “Learn More” link below.
U.S. service members, veterans, and their beneficiaries can access and apply for benefits online through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) website. The Federal Benefits Unit (FBU) is available to help veterans and beneficiaries with questions regarding VA benefits and services.
VOTE FROM ABROAD! U.S. Citizens: Don’t Miss Your Chance to Vote Annual Registration Required: Some states require absentee voters to register every year. Make sure you’re registered for the current election cycle.
The Department of State assumes no responsibility or liability for the professional ability or reputation of, or the quality of services provided by, the entities or individuals whose names appear on the following lists. Inclusion on this list is in no way an endorsement by the Department or the U.S. government. Names are listed alphabetically, and the order in which they appear has no other significance. The information on the list is provided directly by the local service providers; the Department is not in a position to vouch for such information.
Legal AssistanceThe Department of State and U.S. Embassy Bandar Seri Begawan do not endorse or assume responsibility for the quality of services provided by listed entities. Information is provided by service providers and has not been verified.
The Department of State and U.S. Embassy Bandar Seri Begawan do not endorse or assume responsibility for the quality of services provided by listed entities. Information is provided by service providers and has not been verified.
Ambulance: 991
Fire & Rescue: 995
Police: 993
Search & Rescue: 998
The Department of State and U.S. Embassy Bandar Seri Begawan do not endorse or assume responsibility for the quality of services provided by listed entities. Information is provided by service providers and has not been verified.
The Department of State and U.S. Embassy Bandar Seri Begawan do not endorse or assume responsibility for the quality of services provided by listed entities. Information is provided by service providers and has not been verified.
Emergency Contacts
Ambulance: 991
Fire & Rescue: 995
Police: 993
Search & Rescue: 998
The United States is a party to the Hague Adoption Convention, an international treaty which seeks to ensure that intercountry adoptions are made in the best interests of the child and that safeguards are in place for their protection. All adoptions in another country must take place according to both U.S. and local laws for the adopted child to be eligible to immigrate to the United States. You should work with a U.S. adoption service provider specifically authorized to facilitate intercountry adoption. You can find more information about authorized adoption service providers and the intercountry adoption process at travel.state.gov and are invited to direct questions to adoption@state.gov.
Children born outside the United States may have acquired U.S. citizenship at birth if Immigration and Nationality Act requirements were met. To determine whether your child acquired U.S. citizenship at birth and to document it, you can apply for a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA).
U.S. embassy and consulate personnel cannot perform marriages. Marriages must be performed by local civil or religious officials according to local law. To determine if your overseas marriage will be recognized in the United States and what documentation you may need, contact the Office of the Attorney General in your U.S. state of residence.
The United States is a party to the Hague Adoption Convention, an international treaty which seeks to ensure that intercountry adoptions are made in the best interests of the child and that safeguards are in place for their protection. All adoptions in another country must take place according to both U.S. and local laws for the adopted child to be eligible to immigrate to the United States. You should work with a U.S. adoption service provider specifically authorized to facilitate intercountry adoption. You can find more information about authorized adoption service providers and the intercountry adoption process at travel.state.gov and are invited to direct questions to adoption@state.gov.
Children born outside the United States may have acquired U.S. citizenship at birth if Immigration and Nationality Act requirements were met. To determine whether your child acquired U.S. citizenship at birth and to document it, you can apply for a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA).
U.S. embassy and consulate personnel cannot perform marriages. Marriages must be performed by local civil or religious officials according to local law. To determine if your overseas marriage will be recognized in the United States and what documentation you may need, contact the Office of the Attorney General in your U.S. state of residence.
The latest Department of State travel updates and guidance on travel.state.gov.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) landing page on CDC.gov is the latest public health and safety information from CDC and for the overarching medical and health provider community on COVID-19.
Visit the official list of embassies, consulates, and diplomatic missions from the U.S. Department of State.
The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service to allow U.S. citizens and nationals traveling and living abroad to enroll their trip with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
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