Why You Need an Emergency Contact Card When Traveling Abroad

Thousands of Americans experience medical emergencies abroad yearly. Without proper ID, getting appropriate care is much harder.

Why Standard Medical ID Isn’t Enough Abroad

• Domestic jewelry shows only basic info in one language
• Emergency contacts might be unreachable (different time zones)
• Medications might be unavailable or illegal in some countries

An AlertNFC profile for international travel addresses these gaps.

Building Your International Profile

Medical Information

Important: The platform supports multilingual UI, but your entered info is not translated. Enter info in the language helpful for responders.

• Blood type (international format: A+, A-, B+, B-, AB+, AB-, O+, O-)
• Allergies (generic drug names—penicillin, not penicilina)
• Medications (generic names! Brand names vary)
• Conditions (English with internationally recognized terms)

Emergency Contacts

• Primary contact with international phone number
• Secondary contact
• U.S. embassy or nearest consulate

Lost Passport?

Keep an AlertNFC card in your wallet separately from your passport—if both are lost, you have backup documentation immediately.

For Frequent Travelers

Maintaining accurate medical information is especially critical internationally where healthcare systems and language barriers complicate emergency care.