U.S. Embassy in Zimbabwe

International parental child abduction is the removal or retention of a child outside their country of habitual residence in breach of another parent or guardian’s custody rights.

One of the highest priorities of the Department of State and U.S. embassies and consulates abroad is to provide assistance to U.S. citizens incarcerated abroad. The Department of State is committed to ensuring fair and humane treatment for U.S. citizens imprisoned overseas. We stand ready to assist incarcerated citizens and their families within the limits of our authority in accordance with international, domestic, and foreign law. More informaton available at Travel.State.gov.

When an U.S. citizen dies abroad, the Bureau of Consular Affairs assists the family and friends. The Bureau of Consular Affairs attempts to locate and inform the next-of-kin of the U.S. citizen’s death. The Bureau of Consular Affairs provides information on how to make arrangements for local burial or return of the remains to the United States. The disposition of remains is subject to U.S. and local (foreign) law, U.S. and foreign customs requirements, and the foreign country facilities, which are often vastly different from those in the United States.

When a U.S. citizen is the victim of a crime overseas, he or she may suffer from physical, emotional or financial injuries. It can be more difficult because the victim may be in unfamiliar surroundings, and may not know the local language or customs.

The availability of cash from ATMs in Zimbabwe is not guaranteed. Americans in Zimbabwe who find themselves in need of emergency financial assistance should contact the American Citizen Services Unit of the U.S. Embassy in Harare at (+263)-867-701-100 or the State Department’s Office of Overseas Citizens Services at (+1) 202-501-4444.

The U.S. Embassy in Harare assumes no responsibility or liability for the professional ability or reputation of, or the quality of services provided by, the following persons or firms. Inclusion on this list is in no way an endorsement by the Department of State or the U.S. Embassy/Consulate.

For a list of medical facilities and specialists, refer to the list of medical service providers. The list is not meant to be exhaustive or definitive nor does it represent either a guarantee of competence or endorsement by the Department of Sate or the American embassy. It does indicate that they have been utilized by the American community in the past.

Private American citizens should always be aware of changing circumstances and make a personal decision to depart voluntarily if they feel uncomfortable with the situation. In the event of an evacuation, the USG first uses commercial transport for official personnel and recommends private American citizens do the same.

Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personal information such as your name, social security number, or other identifying information, without your permission, to commit fraud or other crimes.

We urge everyone to read the new rules regarding travel to South Africa with minor children.

For up-to-date information about visiting Zimbabwe, please review the country specific information for Zimbabwe on the Department of State website at travel.state.gov