Embassy & Consulate Contacts for World Cup 2026 Visitors

International visitors at the 2026 World Cup should know how to reach their country’s embassy or consulate in case of emergency. While embassies are located in Washington, DC, many countries maintain consulates in major US cities that host World Cup matches. Here is what you need to know.

When to Contact Your Embassy

Your embassy or consulate can help in these situations:

• Lost or stolen passport: They can issue emergency travel documents
• Arrest or detention: They can provide a list of local lawyers and notify your family
• Serious illness or injury: They can contact family members and help navigate the US healthcare system
• Death of a family member abroad: They assist with repatriation and documentation
• Natural disaster or civil emergency: They coordinate evacuation if necessary
• Victim of a crime: They can help you file a police report and connect with support services

Your embassy CANNOT:

• Get you out of jail
• Pay your medical or legal bills
• Intervene in US legal proceedings
• Provide loans (except in extreme circumstances)
• Act as a travel agent or find you accommodation

Key Embassies in Washington DC

All countries with diplomatic relations with the US maintain an embassy in Washington, DC. These are the primary diplomatic offices, though for most World Cup visitors, a consulate in a host city will be more convenient.

Major football nations’ embassies in DC:

• Argentina: 1600 New Hampshire Ave NW
• Brazil: 3006 Massachusetts Ave NW
• UK: 3100 Massachusetts Ave NW
• France: 4101 Reservoir Rd NW
• Germany: 4645 Reservoir Rd NW
• Mexico: 1911 Pennsylvania Ave NW
• Japan: 2520 Massachusetts Ave NW
• Nigeria: 3519 International Court NW
• South Korea: 2450 Massachusetts Ave NW

Contact information for any embassy can be found at usembassy.gov (US embassies abroad) or by searching “[Country name] embassy Washington DC.”

Consulates in Host Cities

Many countries maintain consulates in major US cities. These are closer and more accessible for World Cup visitors:

New York / New Jersey: Most countries maintain consulates in New York City, the largest consular hub in the US. Check your country’s foreign affairs website for the NYC consulate address.

Los Angeles: Major consulates from Latin American, Asian, and European countries. LA has the second-largest consular network in the US.

Houston: Significant Latin American and Middle Eastern consular presence. Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, and India all have consulates here.

Miami: Strong Latin American and Caribbean consular presence. Most South and Central American countries have offices in Miami.

Dallas: Fewer consulates than coastal cities but Mexico and several other countries maintain offices.

Seattle: Limited consular presence. Japanese, Canadian, and several European consulates are available.

Atlanta: Several countries maintain consulates including Mexico, UK, Germany, and Japan.

Chicago (nearby hub): Not a host city but has extensive consular representation. A resource for fans attending matches in Kansas City or other Midwest venues.

Lost Passport Procedure

Losing your passport during the World Cup is stressful but manageable:

1. File a police report at the nearest police station. You will need the report number for your embassy.
2. Contact your embassy or consulate immediately. Many have emergency after-hours phone lines.
3. Visit the embassy/consulate in person with:
   • Police report
   • Passport photos (carry extras when traveling)
   • Any copies of your original passport (keep digital copies on your phone and email)
   • Proof of identity (driver’s license, national ID card)
4. Receive an emergency travel document — this may be a temporary passport or a laissez-passer (emergency travel certificate)
5. Keep the emergency document safe for the remainder of your trip

Prevention tips:

• Keep your passport in a hotel safe when not needed
• Carry a photocopy of your passport’s data page separately from the original
• Store digital photos of your passport on your phone and in email
• Consider a passport holder or neck wallet for added security at crowded venues

Emergency Numbers

Other useful numbers in the US:

• Non-emergency police: 311 (in most cities)
• Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222
• National Suicide Prevention: 988
• FBI Tips: 1-800-CALL-FBI (for reporting serious crimes)

FIFA assistance: FIFA will likely have a dedicated fan assistance hotline during the tournament. Check FIFA.com and the official World Cup app for this number once it is announced.

Save your embassy’s emergency number, your travel insurance emergency line, and 911 in your phone contacts before arriving in the US. In a crisis, having these numbers immediately accessible can make a critical difference.