Emergency Protection Membership Every Expat Should Have

Can't Speak Spanish?
We'll Speak It For You.

Call us. Put us on speaker. We handle it.

When something goes wrong abroad, call our hotline and put us on speaker. We speak directly to the doctor, officer, lawyer, or tradesperson in Spanish β€” then explain everything back to you in English with clear options on what to do next.

🌴 Finally live worry-free in Latin America!

24/7 Hotline
13.4s Avg. Response
5 Countries
Person in distress making an emergency call abroad
"The doctor doesn't understand me!"
"They took my passport!"
"The police don't understand me!"
"There's water flooding my house!"

Serving Top Expat Destinations

Emergency support available in the most popular expat hotspots across Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Ecuador, and Colombia. Hover over the markers to learn more.

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Mexico

1,600,000 Expats Living Here
+12% YoY Growth
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Mexico

4 locations Lake Chapala, Puerto Vallarta, San Miguel de Allende, Playa del Carmen
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Costa Rica

5 locations Tamarindo, Nosara, Atenas, EscazΓΊ, Uvita
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Panama

3 locations Boquete, Coronado, PedasΓ­
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Colombia

3 locations MedellΓ­n, BogotΓ‘, Cartagena
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Ecuador

3 locations Cuenca, Quito, Salinas

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Help in 3 Simple Steps

If something goes wrong overseas, you have someone to call. Turning confusion into solution.

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Call Us & Put Us on Speaker

Call our hotline 24/7 from wherever you are. Tell us the situation in English, then put your phone on speaker so we can hear the other party.

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We Handle the Conversation in Spanish

We speak directly to the doctor, officer, lawyer, mechanic, or landlord β€” in their language. You stay silent while we handle it completely on your behalf.

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We Explain Back & Guide Your Next Step

We translate everything back to you in plain English, then walk you through your options β€” so you can make an informed decision with confidence.

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We Never Take Sides

Our staff are trained to remain completely neutral in every conversation. We don't make judgements, offer opinions, or advocate for either party. We translate accurately and completely β€” so you hear exactly what was said. Then we lay out your options clearly. The decision is always yours.

🎯 Accurate translation, nothing added
πŸ”‡ No opinions. No taking sides.
πŸ—ΊοΈ Options presented. You decide.
πŸ”΄ All calls recorded & monitored
βœ… Every call evaluated for accuracy

All calls are recorded and every member of our team is continuously evaluated to ensure the highest standard of care β€” with zero bias and zero personal opinion. Each translation is monitored for accuracy so you can be certain you're getting the full picture, every time.

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Medical Interpreters

  • Minimum 3 years of medical interpreting experience
  • 40+ hours of certified interpreter training
  • Current HIPAA certification β€” renewed annually
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Legal Interpreters

  • Minimum 3 years of legal interpretation experience
  • Verified legal terminology training
  • Strict neutrality standards β€” no legal advice given

You Talk to Us. We Talk to Them.

One call creates a bridge between you and whoever you're dealing with β€” in real time, on speaker, in any situation.

You
Speaking English
"The doctor keeps pointing at forms and I don't understand what he wants me to sign."
ExpatEmergency: "Got it β€” put me on speaker."
"What did he say?"
ExpatEmergency: "He says it's consent for a scan. You have two options β€” I'll walk you through both."
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ExpatEmergency
Live on the call
English ↕ Spanish
Doctor / Nurse
Speaking Spanish
"Necesita firmar el formulario de consentimiento para la tomografΓ­a."
"Tiene dos opciones: tomografΓ­a estΓ‘ndar o con contraste."

Problems We Solve

Living abroad is incredible β€” until something goes wrong. Here's what you avoid with ExpatEmergency.

Medical Language Barrier

Unable to explain your symptoms, understand a doctor's diagnosis, or navigate a foreign hospital's intake process alone.

Our Solution: We join the call and translate between you and your medical team β€” in real time, for as long as needed.

Lost or Stolen Passport

Panicking without ID in a foreign country, unsure which embassy to call or how to get emergency travel documents.

Our Solution: We walk you through every step β€” embassy contacts, emergency documents, police reports, all of it.

Legal Trouble Abroad

Detained, arrested, or caught up in a legal dispute without knowing your rights or speaking the local language.

Our Solution: Immediate referral to a vetted local attorney and on-call translation for police or court situations.

Police Encounters

Unable to communicate with officers, uncertain of your rights, or facing intimidation without support.

Our Solution: Live phone translation with police, a clear explanation of your rights, and attorney dispatch if needed.

Breakdowns & Accidents

Stranded on an unfamiliar road, involved in an accident without knowing local procedures, or facing repair scams.

Our Solution: Tow dispatch, accident report guidance, vetted mechanics, and insurance coordination β€” all handled for you.

Home Emergencies

Burst pipe, electrical failure, gas leak, break-in, or lockout β€” and no idea who to call in a foreign country.

Our Solution: We dispatch vetted plumbers, electricians, locksmiths, and security services to your door β€” fast.

Complete Emergency Coverage

We work exclusively with verified local professionals. Our English and Spanish speaking staff handle all communication in any crisis, so you don't have to.

Medical Translation

Live interpreter between you and your doctor, hospital, or clinic. We ensure your symptoms are understood and their instructions are crystal clear.

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Legal Assistance

Immediate referral to vetted local attorneys, legal translation, and guidance through any detention, dispute, or legal process.

Included

Lost / Stolen Passport

Step-by-step embassy guidance, police report assistance, emergency travel document support, and identity verification help.

Included

Police Assistance

Live translation during police encounters, rights education, and immediate attorney dispatch if required. Never face it alone.

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Breakdown & Accidents

Tow dispatch, vetted mechanics, accident report guidance, and insurance coordination. Same-day service with fixed rates.

Included

Home Emergency

Burst pipe, electrical failure, gas leak, lockout, or security breach. We dispatch vetted tradespeople to your home, fast.

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Your 24/7 Emergency Hotline

One number connects you to a trained expat emergency coordinator who speaks your language and knows exactly how to handle every type of crisis in Latin America.

  • Answer in under 60 seconds β€” day or night, holidays included
  • WhatsApp & phone β€” whatever works for you in the moment
  • We stay on the line β€” until the situation is fully resolved
  • No voicemail, no bots β€” a real human every single time
  • Any emergency type β€” medical, legal, passport, police, breakdown, home

Emergency Hotline

24/7 Human Support

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Your ExpatEmergency Membership Card

Every member receives a physical wallet card β€” like an AAA card for every emergency. Hand it to your doctor, show it at a police stop, or call the number on the back. One card, every situation covered.

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ExpatEmergency
24/7 Emergency Support
SCAN ME
MEMBER NAME
John Smith
MEMBER SINCE
03/2026
VALID THRU
03/2027
MEMBER ID
EE-284910
24/7 HOTLINE: +1-800-555-0199
IN AN EMERGENCY, SHOW THIS CARD
πŸ₯ Medical Translation
βš–οΈ Legal Assistance
πŸ›‚ Lost Passport Help
πŸš” Police Support
πŸš— Breakdown & Accidents
🏠 Home Emergencies
EMERGENCY HOTLINE +1-800-555-0199
WhatsApp available 24/7
Member Profile πŸ”’
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John Smith
Member #EE-284910
Blood Type A+
Allergies Penicillin
Medications Lisinopril 10mg
Emergency Contact Sarah Smith
Hospital ClΓ­nica BΓ­blica, CR

One Scan. Your Full Medical Story β€” In Any Language.

Every membership card includes a personal QR code on the back. When scanned, it opens your secure member profile page β€” giving doctors, paramedics, or hospital staff everything they need, instantly, in Spanish.

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Emergency Contacts Name, relationship, and phone number for up to 3 contacts
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Hospital Instructions Your preferred hospital, insurance details, and care preferences
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Medical History Conditions, past surgeries, and relevant health background
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Current Medications Dosage, frequency, and prescribing doctor for every medication
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Blood Type Critical for emergency transfusions β€” always visible at the top
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Allergies Medication allergies, food allergies, and known reactions

You fill in your profile once through your member dashboard. Update it any time. Your data is encrypted and only accessible via your unique QR code.

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Mailed Within 3 Days

Your physical card ships to your address in Latin America immediately after joining.

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Show It at Any Hospital

Hand the card to a doctor or nurse β€” the hotline number and services are printed clearly for them to see.

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Recognised in 5 Countries

Valid across Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Ecuador, and Colombia. Works wherever you go.

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Digital Card Too

Add your digital card to Apple Wallet or Google Pay the moment you sign up β€” before the physical one arrives.

One Plan. Every Emergency Covered.

No hidden fees. No tiers. Complete emergency coverage for every situation expats face abroad.

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Annual Membership

$ 197 /year

That's just $16.42/month for complete emergency coverage

  • Medical situations β€” live translation with doctors, clinics & hospitals
  • Legal assistance β€” attorney referrals & translation
  • Lost passport support β€” embassy guidance & document help
  • Police assistance β€” live translation & rights guidance
  • Breakdown & accidents β€” tow, repair & insurance
  • Home emergencies β€” plumber, electrician, locksmith dispatch
  • 24/7 English-speaking hotline β€” WhatsApp & phone
  • Coverage in 5 countries, 18 locations
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30-day money-back guarantee. No questions asked.

Our Story

Built by Expats, for Expats

We're not just another assistance company. We're expats who've lived through the anxiety β€” the medical scare without insurance cards that worked, the police checkpoint where no one spoke English, the flooded apartment at 2am with no one to call. That's why we built ExpatEmergency.

Our team lives across Latin America, from Lake Chapala to MedellΓ­n. We know the hospitals, the lawyers, the local systems β€” and we've built the service we desperately wished existed the first time things went wrong.

2,500+ Members Protected
500+ Verified Partners
98% Satisfaction Rate
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The peace of mind knowing that there's bilingual staff that have your back and can communicate on your behalf in Spanish is a lifeline every expat should have. I wish I knew this existed sooner!
β€” Daniel Collins, US Expat living in Colombia

Trusted by Expats Like You

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"My husband collapsed in Oaxaca and we rushed to the ER. The doctor spoke no English and I was in a panic. I called ExpatEmergency and they stayed on the phone translating everything β€” symptoms, diagnosis, medication instructions. I don't know what I would have done without them."

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Linda M. Living in Mexico, 4 years
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"My passport was stolen in Cartagena. ExpatEmergency walked me through every single step β€” the police report, the US Embassy call, the temporary documents. What could have ruined a 2-week trip was resolved in 24 hours."

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Robert K. Digital nomad in Colombia
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"Got pulled over in Costa Rica and the officer was explaining something about my documents but I had no idea what he needed. I called ExpatEmergency, put them on speaker, and they translated the whole conversation. Turned out he just needed my residency card alongside my licence. Sorted in minutes."

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Susan L. Retired in Costa Rica, 5 years

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you join.

Yes. Your ExpatEmergency membership covers you and your immediate household β€” spouse and dependent children living at the same address. Everyone in the house can call the line in an emergency.

No. There is no call limit. You can call as many times as you need throughout the year. Whether it's one emergency or ten, your membership covers every call.

We currently cover Mexico, Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama, and Ecuador β€” including cities, towns, and rural areas. Coverage is expanding regularly. If you're unsure whether your area is included, call us and we'll confirm.

The map shows our primary coverage zones, but we assist expats across all regions of our covered countries. Call us β€” if we can help, we will. We don't turn away members in genuine emergencies.

Call our line, tell us what's happening, then put us on speaker. Our bilingual staff take over the conversation in Spanish β€” whether it's a doctor, police officer, landlord, or contractor. Once the exchange is done, we walk you through exactly what was said and your available options. You make the decisions.

All calls are recorded and independently reviewed for translation accuracy and neutrality. Our staff never offer personal opinions or take sides. They translate accurately and present you with your options β€” the decision is always yours. Staff who fail evaluations do not stay on the team.

No β€” and we're transparent about that. We translate conversations, read contracts aloud so you understand what's written, and can recommend seeking a lawyer or doctor. We don't diagnose, prescribe, or advise on legal strategy. Our role is to make sure you fully understand what's being said so you can make informed decisions.

Call us. The initial call is free. We'll do our best to help you through an immediate emergency. After that, joining the membership ensures you always have support on standby, 24/7, for the rest of the year.

Join ExpatEmergency β€” Start Your Membership

Join thousands of expats who sleep better at night knowing one call handles every emergency, in any situation, anywhere in Latin America.

Verified Professionals Only Every doctor, lawyer, and tradesperson is personally vetted
English & Spanish Staff Fluent English and Spanish speaking team
Answer in 60 Seconds Real humans, any time, any emergency

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