Below you will find resources available to Americans during the Games in Beijing.

Embassy Information

During your stay in Beijing, if you have an emergency (lose your passport) or are in need of assistance, consult the U.S. Embassy.

Embassy of the United States – Citizen Services


USA Daily

The USA Daily is the official newsletter of the United States Olympic Delegation. It is published daily and is distributed to the USOC family and media. This is a helpful resource to keep up with the latest happenings in all U.S. Olympic sports. USA supporters can view it on the USOC website.

USA Daily – USOC Pressbox


Bank of America Hometown Hopefuls Family Center
Bank of America, the official bank of the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team, will be hosting a Family Center open to every U.S. Olympic athlete and four guests. The center will be open daily from August 8-24 from 11 am to 11 pm. Free food and drinks will be available, as well as closed-circuit coverage of the Games and an internet café. In order to go to the Bank of America Hometown Hopefuls Family Center, the athlete must first register themselves and their four guests online. (See link below for details)

Bank of America Hometown Hopefuls Family Center