El Salvador | Portal sobre migración

Message from the International Committee of the Red Cross

During your trip, inform your relatives who you are traveling with and where you are. In case of an emergency, it will facilitate searching for you. Memorize the phone numbers of your family and friends. Avoid using strangers' phones and having them dial the number. Inform your family and friends when you arrive at your destination.

Refuge and asylum

Refuge and asylum may be granted to individuals who can prove that they have suffered persecution, for reasons of race, religion, political affiliation, nationality or sexual orientation.

Communicate with your family

Use the “My Route” section to communicate with your family.

Are you not being allowed to contact your loved ones?

Are you not being allowed to contact your loved ones? This is a condition suffered by victims of trafficking. In the “Country Information” section there are phone numbers for you to call, according to each country.

Keep control of what you carry

Always keep control of what you carry in your luggage. Prevent others from having access to your belongings.

Transport

Avoid accepting free transportation from strangers.

Avoid using mobile phones

Avoid using mobile phones or landlines belonging to strangers. If you douse them, delete the number you called or dial another number to have your information removed. Remember: it could be risky if other people have your family contact numbers.