October 10, 2024

Assistance to Nationals

The Assistance to Nationals (ATN) section coordinates consular efforts in responding to urgent requests for assistance from Filipino individuals or groups in Spain.  Requests for assistance are handled on a case-to-case basis.

Some ATN actions include, but are not limited to:

  • Coordination with next-of-kin or relatives
  • Facilitation of repatriation
  • Mediation and conciliation
  • Appropriate representations with Spanish authorities
  • Claims for Benefits
  • Employment related concerns
  • Jail Visitation/Assistance to Detained Filipinos
  • Hospital Visitation
  • Human Trafficking
  • Illegal Recruitment/Human Smuggling
  • Shipment of Remains
  • Whereabouts

For assistance, contact the Embassy hotline at +34 616 491 861 or via email at info@philembassymadrid.com.