Find international help if you are outside the United States

International help

USAHello provides information, resources, and free online classes for immigrants in the USA. We do not offer international aid, direct services, legal help, or sponsorships. If you are outside the USA, below is information we have put together that we hope can help you.

Start here for finding help

Use these trusted directories to find verified aid in your country:

• UNHCR Help: information for refugees, asylum seekers, and stateless people in 130+ countries.
• Find a Helpline: list of free, confidential mental health and crisis support worldwide

Organizations around the world

If you are outside of the USA, you can reach out to international and local organizations for help. These organizations provide resources and support for migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers.

Help near the U.S.-Mexico border and Central America

If you are at the U.S.-Mexico border, these organizations may be able to help you:

Learn more about seeking asylum at the border.

Note: You do not need to dial +52 if you are calling from within Mexico.

Help for Afghans outside the U.S.

If you are from Afghanistan, these organizations may be able to help you:

Help for Ukrainians outside the U.S.

If you are from Ukraine, these organizations may be able to help you:

Help for LGBTQ+ community

If you are part of the LGBTQ+ community, these organizations may be able to help you:

Translation help

If you are looking for translation and interpretation help, these organizations offer free support:

• Respond Crisis Translation
• Refugee Translation Project

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