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Ask them to send a replacement card via express delivery, if available. Your credit card company may also be able to verify your account to your hotel, airline, doctor, or hospital. This may mean you can check out of your hotel and get new airline tickets or other emergency services. If you need a replacement credit card, you may need to present proof of identity such as a passport in order to get it. Ask about the benefits your credit card company provides you overseas before you travel abroad. This includes raising credit limits in case of emergency.</li> <li><b>Wiring Money Directly:</b> Your loved ones of employer can use a commercial money transfer service, such as<a href="https://www.westernunion.com/us/en/home.html"> Western Union</a> or<a href="https://secure.moneygram.com/"> MoneyGram</a>, to wire money overseas. You will need to present proof of identity such as a passport to collect the money. See our information about <a href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/emergencies/lost-stolen-passport-abroad.html">replacement of lost or stolen U.S. passports abroad</a>. Also, be wary of <a href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/emergencies/international-financial-scams.html">International Financial Scams</a>!</li> <li><b>Banks: </b>Your loved ones or employer may also be able to deposit funds into your existing bank account. This allows you to use an ATM card to access funds quickly.</li> <li><b>Overseas Bank Transfers: </b>Your loved ones can also transfer money directly from a U.S. bank to a foreign bank where you can get funds. Some foreign banks require that a U.S. citizen establish a foreign bank account to use this option. These transfers can take several days.<ul> <li>You can call the nearest embassy or consulate or the U.S. Department of State鈥檚 Office of Overseas Citizens Services at (888) 407-4747. From abroad, call +1 202-501-4444. We may be able to help U.S. citizens abroad who need money, through two options:</li> <li><b>Sending Money through the U.S. Department of State:</b> Family or friends may send funds via the U.S. Department of State to the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. See <a href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/while-abroad/sending-money-abroad.html">Sending Money Overseas to a U.S. Citizen</a>. The U.S. Department of State charges a $30.00 fee to create an account and transfer funds. If the account is open for more than a year, they charge the fee each year.</li> <li><b>Repatriation Loans:</b> In some cases, the U.S. government may be able to issue a loan to a destitute U.S. citizen seeking to return to the United States. This loan may cover transportation expenses, short-term food, lodging, and fees. It also covers medical expenses, if needed, to stabilize the U.S. citizen for return to the United States. Your passport will be limited at the time the loan is issued and you will not be eligible for a new full-validity passport until you repay the loan. These loans are very case-specific. 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