Assistance to Nationals
The Assistance to Nationals (ATN) section coordinates consular efforts in responding to urgent requests for assistance made by Filipino individuals or groups. Requests of such nature are handled on a case-to-case basis. Actions taken by the ATN staff include, but are not limited to:
- Coordination with next-of-kin or relatives
- Facilitating repatriation
- Mediation and conciliation
- Proper representations with Singapore authorities
- Legal advice and counseling
- Prison visitation
- Monitoring of cases in court
