The Australian Embassy in the UK
by Pilar Dujan | October 5, 2023
- 1. How many Australian embassies are there in the UK?
- 2. Which Australian embassy is in charge of processing visas?
- 3. Where are Australian embassies and consulates in the UK?
- 4. How can I contact the Australian Embassy in the UK?
- 5. Who is the head of the Australian Embassy in the UK?
- 6. What is the difference between an Australian embassy and an Australian consulate?
- 7. Where are the British Embassies in Australia?
When traveling internationally, it’s always helpful to know where the nearest embassy or consulate is located. Those are the entities to which ask for help in case of any emergency.
Here you will learn about the diplomatic missions of Australia in the UK. Where are they? How can you contact them? Where do you go if you have any issues with your travel visa or passport? Find out.
How many Australian embassies are there in the UK?
There are two: the High Commission in London and the Australian Embassy in Dublin.
Which Australian embassy is in charge of processing visas?
If you need to apply for an Australia visa in person, you have to go to the Australian High Commission in London, not the Embassy in Dublin. The High Commission is also in charge of issuing emergency passports and legalization of documents.
Where are Australian embassies and consulates in the UK?
Australian High Commission in London
Address: Strand, London WC2B 4LA, United Kingdom
Australian Embassy in Dublin
Address: Level 3 47, 49 St Stephen's Green, Dublin 2, D02 W634, Ireland
How can I contact the Australian Embassy in the UK?
Australian High Commission in London
Telephone number: +44 (0) 20 7379 4334
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7240 5333
Switchboard: +61 2 6261 1111
Office hours: 9 hs to 17 hs, from Monday to Friday.
Australian Embassy in Dublin
Telephone number: +61 2 6261 3305
Number for SMS: +61 421 269 080
Switchboard: +353 1 664 5300
Email address: [email protected]
Office hours: from 8:30 hs to 16:30 hs, from Monday to Friday.
Who is the head of the Australian Embassy in the UK?
The head of the Australian High Commission in London is the Honourable Stephen Francis Smith. He started working in the High Commission in January, 2023.
The head of the Australian Embassy in Dublin is the Honourable Gary Gray, AO. He has been fulfilling this role since September, 2020. He’s known for being in charge of the first Australian Embassy to fly the Australian Aboriginal flag alongside the Australian flag.
What is the difference between an Australian embassy and an Australian consulate?
The difference between embassies and consulates is that, although they are both diplomatic missions, they serve different purposes.
An embassy is in charge of the relationship of its country with others, of the big picture policies.
In contrast, a consulate or high commission has a narrower scope of action. It deals mostly with its own citizens. That’s why, in this case, for visa processing you need to visit the High Commission in London, not the Australian Embassy in Dublin. That’s also the case if you need to renew your passport.
Where are the British Embassies in Australia?
British High Commission in Canberra
Address: High Commission Of Britain, 130 Commonwealth Ave, Yarralumla ACT 2600, Australia
Telephone: +61 (0)2 6270 6666/ +44 20 7008 5000
Fax: +61 (0)2 6273 3236
Website: https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-high-commission-canberra
Website for consular enquiries: www.gov.uk/contact-consulate-canberra
Email for non-consular enquiries: [email protected]
British Consulate-General in Sydney
Address: Gateway Building, Level 16, 1 Macquarie Pl, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Telephone: +61 2 8247 2200 / +44 1908 51 6666
Website: https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-consulate-general-sydney
Website for consular enquiries: www.gov.uk/contact-consulate-canberra
Email for non-consular enquiries: [email protected]
British Consulate-General in Melbourne
Address: 17th Floor/90 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Telephone: +61 (03) 9652 1600 / +44 20 7008 5000
Website: https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-consulate-general-melbourne
Website for consular enquiries: www.gov.uk/contact-consulate-melbourne
Email for non-consular enquiries: [email protected]
British Consulate-General in Brisbane
Address: Level 9, 100 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000, Australia
Telephone: +61 (07) 3223 3200 / +44 20 7008 5000
Website: https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-consulate-general-brisbane
Website for consular enquiries: www.gov.uk/contact-consulate-brisbane
Email for non-consular enquiries: [email protected]
British Consulate-General in Perth
Address: Level 12, 251 Adelaide Terrace, Perth WA 6000, Australia
Telephone: +61 (08) 9224 4700 / +61(0)2 6270 6666 / +44 20 7008 5000
Website: https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-consulate-perth
Website for consular enquiries: www.gov.uk/contact-consulate-perth
Email for non-consular enquiries: [email protected]
Pilar Dujan
I’m originally from Argentina, now based in Spain. I’m a writer and Visagov’s Press Officer, which allows me to put my expertise in visa and travel-related matters to the test.
My two roles help me bring forth content that is comprehensive and helpful, always keeping in mind my goal of assisting tourists in putting together the holiday they dream of.
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