Guidance

Death abroad through murder or manslaughter

Information for relatives or friends of British people who have died abroad through murder or manslaughter.

• From: Foreign & Commonwealth Office and Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
• Published: 19 August 2016
• Last updated: 6 October 2020 — See all updates

Documents

Death abroad through murder or manslaughter

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Murder, manslaughter and infanticide of British nationals abroad: Memorandum of Understanding

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Victim Support Leaflet – Support in England and Wales for families bereaved through murder and manslaughter abroad

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Details

This page provides information for relatives or friends of British people who have died abroad through murder or manslaughter. It sets out what you need to do, some important information you need to know, and how the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) can help you. It supplements general information on coping with death abroad, and country specific information.

Published 19 August 2016
Last updated 6 October 2020 + show all updates

1. 6 October 2020

   Guidance reviewed and updated with more information on topics including coping with bereavement, covering expenses through insurance and dealing with media interest.

2. 19 August 2016

   First published.