Safety

Cambridge is generally a safe place to study and socialise, but the following is advisable: 

• Keep your passport in a safe place. 
• Don’t carry around large amounts of cash. You can use your bank card to pay for things. 

• Be aware of phone, email or text scams which may appear genuine and convincing.  

  -  Scammers will often claim to be from legitimate organisations such as the Home Office, HM Revenues and Customs or the Post Office. 

  - Do not give any personal information or make any payments if contacted in this way. 

  - You can check with the International Student Office or your College if you are unsure about the authenticity of any communication you receive. 

• In an emergency, call 999 free from any phone: 

  - This connects to the police, fire brigade or ambulance service. 

• To report a non-emergency minor crime, call 101.