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Foreign Affairs has several different subscription options to allow readers to select the product offerings they enjoy most. Click ACCOUNT in the upper right corner of ForeignAffairs.com to view your current subscription plan, or compare the options listed below: 

What is included in an ALL ACCESS subscription?

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• Access to the app (iOS & Android)
• Our subscriber-only newsletters
• Invitations to exclusive virtual events with our editors & authors

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• Access to ForeignAffairs.com, including over a century of archives
• 6 digital issues available in Audio, PDF, and other digital formats
• Access to the app (iOS & Android)
• Our subscriber-only newsletters

What is included in a PRINT subscription?

• Home delivery of 6 print issues
• Complimentary reading on ForeignAffairs.com
• Our subscriber-only newsletters

What is included in a DIGITAL ALL ACCESS subscription?

• Access to ForeignAffairs.com, including over a century of archives
• 6 digital issues available in Audio, PDF, and other digital formats
• Access to the app (iOS & Android)
• Our subscriber-only newsletters
• Invitations to exclusive virtual events with our editors & authors

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• Access to ForeignAffairs.com, including 5 years of archives
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• Access to the app (iOS & Android)
• Our subscriber-only newsletters

What is included in a CENTENNIAL subscription?

• Signature tote bag & centennial book (available in 2022 only)
• Home delivery of 6 print issues
• Access to ForeignAffairs.com, including over a century of archives
• 6 digital issues available in Audio, PDF, and other digital formats
• Access to the app (iOS & Android)
• Our subscriber-only newsletters
• Invitations to exclusive virtual events with our editors & authors

For more information on Foreign Affairs digital resources, click here.

When can I expect my print magazine to arrive in the mail?

Print magazine issues will arrive 1–2 weeks after new issues are released in newsstands and online. Foreign Affairs publishes new issues 6 times a year, on a bimonthly schedule. New issues will be published in January, March, May, July, September, and November.

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If you are a new subscriber, your first print issue will be mailed within 6 – 8 weeks, since we publish every other month. (Please allow up to 2 more weeks for locations outside the U.S.)

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PDF (for desktop), EPUB (for iPad), and MOBI (for Kindle) downloads are available for all new issues for subscribers with unlimited digital access. Click here to learn about our subscription plan options.

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Print subscribers may upgrade to download digital offerings or access the app. All subscribers can read current issues online at any time here.

Do my digital issues or purchases expire?

No. Any downloaded issues and purchases are yours to keep. 

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Anti-bot verification problems occur when privacy settings in your browser conflict with our anti-bot verification, a necessary tool to keep our site working. The current shift towards an internet that allows more control over your privacy and data means there are a few extra steps users now need to allow ForeignAffairs.com to recognize you and keep you logged in.

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Where can I download the Foreign Affairs app?

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Click here to learn about our subscription plan options. Print subscribers may upgrade to download digital offerings or access the app. 

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The app is free to download in the Apple and Google Play stores. For access to the app AND ForeignAffairs.com, subscribe here.

Once the app is downloaded, non-subscribers can purchase an app-only subscription, single issues, and special collections. Prices vary for individual purchases and do not include access on ForeignAffairs.com. 

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Unfortunately, app-only subscriptions purchased directly through Apple or Google Play do not include access on ForeignAffairs.com. This is because Apple/Google does not share purchaser data with its magazine vendors, so we are not able to integrate your account with our website.

If you'd like access to our website AND the app, please cancel your app-only subscription with Apple/Google, and re-subscribe with us directly at ForeignAffairs.com/subscription

How do I sign in?

Tap Account in the lower right corner of the app. Then Tap Existing Subscriptions. Enter the email associated with your account and password. 

New subscribers can unlock app access here.

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How do I restore my issues and special collections if I delete the app or purchase a new tablet or mobile device?

After reinstalling the app, issues and special collections can be restored by downloading them from your account: Tap Account in the lower right corner of the app. Tap App Store Purchases, and then tap Restore. You will not be charged for items that you have already purchased.

What devices can I use to access the app?

The app is currently available on all iOS (iPhone/iPad) and Android devices.

Do my issues or purchases expire?

No. Any downloaded issues and purchases are yours to keep.

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The download will pause if you lose connectivity or close the app. To resume the download, re-open the app and tap the item again.

I purchased individual issues or special collections from ForeignAffairs.com, but don’t see them in the app.

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Can I get a preview before I make a purchase?

There are sample articles in every issue for you to preview. 

 Who should I contact for support on my Apple or Google Play store subscription?

Contact Apple or Google Play support by opening the App/Google Play store icon on your device and tapping Support to get answers for the following:

• I have downloaded the Foreign Affairs app but cannot locate the icon on my device.
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Other ways to enjoy Foreign Affairs: 

Can I subscribe to Foreign Affairs through my Kindle/Amazon account?
Amazon has notified magazine publishers that they will be ending their Publishing for Periodicals Program in September 2023. If you have a magazine subscription through Kindle/Amazon, you can continue reading Foreign Affairs in Kindle by subscribing with us directly here. You can also review instruction on transferring magazine files to your Kindle device on our website here.

Is audio available for Foreign Affairs articles and issues?

Yes! Audio for new issues and select daily web pieces are available online and in the app. Just select the Play or Download Audio icon at the top of each article.

Does Foreign Affairs have a podcast?

Yes! Our new podcast, The Foreign Affairs Interview, is out now. Listen now on all your favorite podcast platforms. Complete transcripts are provided for each episode on ForeignAffairs.com.

What newsletters are available from Foreign Affairs?

Click here to learn about our newsletters. 

To manage your newsletter preferences, enter your email or click SIGN IN in the upper right corner of ForeignAffairs.com. Enter the email associated with your account and password.

Can I share free articles with my friends, family, or students?

Yes! Subscribers can share up to 10 paywall-free articles per month. After logging in to your account on ForeignAffairs.com, next to the top image on any article page, there is a share icon with a square and arrow - if you hover over it with your cursor, you'll see a message to share a paywall-free version of the article with a friend. Learn more about how to use your subscriber benefits here.

What Foreign Affairs content is available free to non-subscribers?

Click here to try out Foreign Affairs through our free newsletters.

New articles are free for the first 48 hours after they are posted. A lock icon under the articles found on the homepage of ForeignAffairs.com will show whether the article is unlocked (free access for all) or locked (subscribers-only).

We also offer a complimentary 2-year digital subscription for Peace Corps volunteers. World Affairs Council and American Foreign Service Association members receive a discount. 

Are Foreign Affairs subscriptions available for readers outside the U.S.?

Yes! Just select Canada or International as your Location at the top of the form. 

To avoid extra shipping & handling costs or wait time, compare our digital offerings here.

I am a reader outside the U.S. and my print magazine still hasn’t arrived. What can I do?

To check your mailing address is correct, click ACCOUNT in the upper right corner of ForeignAffairs.com. Depending on your location, consider waiting an additional 1–2 weeks to allow for overseas shipping. If it still hasn’t arrived, and your address is correct, please direct any delivery issues to your local postal service.

Read the current issue online at any time here.

Contact customer service for additional help with payment, or to request a new issue be resent to you. If you wish to contact us by phone, subscribers outside the U.S./Canada should call +1 (845) 267-2017. 

When are print issues mailed? Click here.

Does Foreign Affairs offer translation from English into other languages?

We offer a small number of articles in Spanish and Chinese.

Unfortunately, we do not currently offer broader translation services. Free translation services are available through online providers like Google Translate. 

How to contact Foreign Affairs: 

How do I contact Foreign Affairs customer service?

Please email [email protected]. To call, dial 800-829-5539 (U.S./Canada) or +1 (845) 267-2017 (outside U.S./Canada). Our business hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST.

Please only contact Foreign Affairs about subscriptions purchased directly from the magazine or on ForeignAffairs.com. Questions about Apple/Google Play subscriptions should be directed to Apple and Amazon.

I have a question for Foreign Affairs that is not related to customer service. Where can I find additional contacts?

For additional contact information, such as submissions and editorial inquiries, advertising, bulk subscriptions and site licenses, and press inquiries, contact us here.

Where can I find more information about Foreign Affairs?

Click here to learn more about Foreign Affairs magazine, such as history, staff information, or employment opportunities.

What important customer alerts should I be aware of?

While our legal team does everything we can to combat scams, please be aware that unauthorized agents may send mail solicitations to acquire new subscriptions and renewal orders for Foreign Affairs and other magazines fraudulently. These agents are not approved to represent Foreign Affairs or affiliated with us in any way. Please do not give out any personal, payment or credit card information. Do not renew your subscription with the unauthorized agent: Pacific Magazine Billing
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Last updated March 2024.