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Abductions from the U.S.

If your child was taken abroad from the United States by the other parent, we can help.

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Abductions to the U.S.

If your child was taken from another country into the United States by the other parent, we can help.

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“Desiring to protect children internationally from the harmful effects of their wrongful removal or retention…as well as to secure protection for rights of access.” 

--Hague Abduction Convention, Preamble

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Emergency Assistance

 

Office of Children's Issues at the U.S. Department of State

Country officers are available to speak with you Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.  - 5:00p.m.  For assistance with an abduction in progress or any emergency situation that occurs after normal business hours, on weekends or federal holidays, please call the toll-free number below.

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  • From the U.S. & Canada 1-888-407-4747
  • From Overseas +1 202-501-4444

  • For Attorneys & Judges

    Locate resources for learning about international parental child abduction. Join our attorney network.

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  • Get background information about a country to inform your case.

  • Preventing Abduction

    View our list of Prevention Tips. Learn about the Passport Issuance Alert Program. Check out Passport Requirements for Children.

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