I am an American victim of overseas terrorism. Who should I contact?
If you are a victim of a recent overseas terrorist attack and are currently located in a foreign country, contact the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate; or in an emergency, call these numbers for the Department of State’s Overseas Citizens Services:
- From the U.S. & Canada: 1-888-407-4747
- From Overseas: +1 202-501-4444
Alternatively, if you are a victim, or think that you may be a victim of a prior overseas terrorist attack, and you have not done so already, please contact the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to provide your contact information.
If you feel that you are in immediate danger and are in the U.S., we strongly urge you to call your local police department’s emergency number (911). Also, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, available by simply dialing 988, is a 24-hour, toll-free, confidential suicide prevention helpline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. You may also contact 988 by contacting https://988lifeline.org/chat.
Are you seeking additional services and support?
Contact the Terrorism and Special Jurisdictions Program (TSJP), in the Victim Services Division (VSD) of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) at 202-324-3000 or by email at victim.assistance@ic.fbi.gov
Contact the Justice Department’s Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) International Terrorism Victim Expense Reimbursement Program (ITVERP) Resource Center by phone at 1-800-363-0441 or by email at itverp@usdoj.gov.
Contact the United States Attorney Office prosecuting the case for help navigating the U.S. criminal justice system, and to receive assistance with restitution and services.
Contact the DOJ/OVT for help navigating the foreign government criminal justice system, and to receive assistance.