Introduction to US Embassy in London
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During your stay in London you may need the services of the US Embassy - for example, if you lose your passport.
The US Ambassador in London is known officially as The Ambassador to the Court of St. James's. He is the personal representative of the US President, and oversees the Embassy, as well as Consulates General in Edinburgh (Scotland) and Belfast (Northern Ireland) and a liaison office in Cardiff (Wales).
Representatives from the State Department and 26 other US government agencies manage portfolios concerning economic, commercial and agricultural affairs, consular and immigration issues, customs, transportation, and law enforcement activities, as well as political and military relations, and public affairs.
US travelers are encouraged to register their trips abroad online.
How To Contact the US Embassy in London
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Embassy operating hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm but some Sections and Agencies within the Embassy may differ. All offices are closed on Saturday, Sunday, and American and British Holidays.
Address:
U.S. Embassy, London
24 Grosvenor Square
London
W1A 1AE
United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Marble Arch
Location map
Main tel: +44 (0)20 7499 9000
Important Information When Visiting the US Embassy in London
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Please do not take mobile phones or any electronic devices, such as Blackberries, iPods, or PDAs as they are not allowed within the Embassy. You are also strongly advised to not bring large bags, such as backpacks, suitcases or packages. Liquids of any kind either in bottles, cartons or cups will not be allowed in the building.
Visitors who do not follow these instructions will experience considerable delays at the security check point which could result in them being asked to return to the Embassy on another day.
US Embassy in London - Visa Information
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Callers from within the United Kingdom
Tel: 09042 450 100
Note: This is NOT a London telephone number. It does not require any other prefix or dialing code. It is a premium rate line and is charged at £1.20 per minute and is only available from within the UK.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am until 8pm, and on Saturdays from 10am until 4pm.
Callers from within the United States
Tel: 1-866-382-3589.
Callers are charged a fixed rate of $16:00 for up to 7 minutes which is payable by credit card - Visa, MasterCard, American Express only. (Please ensure that you have your credit card details available when making the call.)
US Embassy in London - Passport Unit
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Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0563 (This is a London telephone number.)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 12.30pm, except for American and British Holidays.
Recorded information is also available on this line 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Twenty-four hour assistance is available for genuine emergencies at +44 (0)20 7499 9000.
US Embassy in London - Information Resource Center
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Hours: Monday to Friday, 10.00am to 12 noon.
Note: Visa and US Passport information is NOT available from the Information Resource Center.
US Embassy in London - American Citizen Services
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Address:
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy
55/56 Upper Brook Street
LONDON
W1A 2LQ
Recorded Information: +44 (0)20 7499 9000.
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In the case of a life or death emergency involving a United States citizen call +44 (0)20 7499 9000. A Consular Duty Officer is available 24 hours a day.
Remember to scroll down for more information about the US Embassy in London.
During your stay in London you may need the services of the US Embassy - for example, if you lose your passport.
The US Ambassador in London is known officially as The Ambassador to the Court of St. James's. He is the personal representative of the US President, and oversees the Embassy, as well as Consulates General in Edinburgh (Scotland) and Belfast (Northern Ireland) and a liaison office in Cardiff (Wales).
Representatives from the State Department and 26 other US government agencies manage portfolios concerning economic, commercial and agricultural affairs, consular and immigration issues, customs, transportation, and law enforcement activities, as well as political and military relations, and public affairs.
Register Your Trip
US travelers are encouraged to register their trips abroad online.
How To Contact the US Embassy in London
Remember to scroll down for more information about the US Embassy in London.
Embassy operating hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm but some Sections and Agencies within the Embassy may differ. All offices are closed on Saturday, Sunday, and American and British Holidays.
Address:
U.S. Embassy, London
24 Grosvenor Square
London
W1A 1AE
United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Marble Arch
Location map
Main tel: +44 (0)20 7499 9000
Important Information When Visiting the US Embassy in London
Remember to scroll down for more information about the US Embassy in London.
Please do not take mobile phones or any electronic devices, such as Blackberries, iPods, or PDAs as they are not allowed within the Embassy. You are also strongly advised to not bring large bags, such as backpacks, suitcases or packages. Liquids of any kind either in bottles, cartons or cups will not be allowed in the building.
Visitors who do not follow these instructions will experience considerable delays at the security check point which could result in them being asked to return to the Embassy on another day.
US Embassy in London - Visa Information
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Callers from within the United Kingdom
Tel: 09042 450 100
Note: This is NOT a London telephone number. It does not require any other prefix or dialing code. It is a premium rate line and is charged at £1.20 per minute and is only available from within the UK.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am until 8pm, and on Saturdays from 10am until 4pm.
Callers from within the United States
Tel: 1-866-382-3589.
Callers are charged a fixed rate of $16:00 for up to 7 minutes which is payable by credit card - Visa, MasterCard, American Express only. (Please ensure that you have your credit card details available when making the call.)
US Embassy in London - Passport Unit
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Passport Unit
E-mail: londonpassports@state.govTel: +44 (0)20 7894 0563 (This is a London telephone number.)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 12.30pm, except for American and British Holidays.
Recorded information is also available on this line 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Twenty-four hour assistance is available for genuine emergencies at +44 (0)20 7499 9000.
US Embassy in London - Information Resource Center
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Information Resource Center
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0925Hours: Monday to Friday, 10.00am to 12 noon.
Note: Visa and US Passport information is NOT available from the Information Resource Center.
US Embassy in London - American Citizen Services
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American Citizen Services
The American Citizen Services (ACS) section of the Consular Section provides information and assistance to U.S. citizens in the United Kingdom. American Citizens Services consists of:Each has different opening hours.Remember to scroll down for more information about the US Embassy in London.
Address:
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy
55/56 Upper Brook Street
LONDON
W1A 2LQ
Recorded Information: +44 (0)20 7499 9000.
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In the case of a life or death emergency involving a United States citizen call +44 (0)20 7499 9000. A Consular Duty Officer is available 24 hours a day.