The High Commission of Bangladesh in London is Bangladesh’s diplomatic mission to the United Kingdom. Bangladeshi nationals in the UK turn to it for passports and official documents. As both countries are members of the Commonwealth, the mission is called a High Commission and is headed by a High Commissioner rather than an ambassador.
Contact Details
| Address | 28 Queen’s Gate, London SW7 5JA, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 20 7584 0081 |
| Fax | +44 20 7581 7477 |
| mission.london@mofa.gov.bd bhclondon@btconnect.com |
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| Website | www.bhclondon.org.uk |
| Head of Mission | Mohammad Nazrul Islam, Acting High Commissioner |
| National Day | 26 March (Independence Day) |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:30 - 18:30 |
| Tuesday | 10:30 - 18:30 |
| Wednesday | 10:30 - 18:30 |
| Thursday | 10:30 - 18:30 |
| Friday | 10:30 - 18:30 |
Opening hours as published in the FCDO London Diplomatic List (October 2026). Hours Consular Section: Monday-Friday 10.30 to 18.30. Please confirm before your visit, especially on UK bank holidays and Bangladeshi public holidays.
Location of the High Commission
Before your visit
You will find the high commission at 28 Queen’s Gate (London SW7 5JA).
- Opening hours (FCDO list): Monday to Friday from 10:30 to 18:30.
- Also listed: Hours Consular Section: Monday-Friday 10.30 to 18.30.
- Bring: your passport, plus originals and copies of every document needed for your application.
The high commission and its network in the UK
The mission is currently led by Mohammad Nazrul Islam as acting high commissioner. The London Diplomatic List names 16 accredited diplomats and attachés for the mission. Bangladesh also has career consular offices in Birmingham and Manchester.
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Bangladeshi passports and emergency travel documents
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Depending on where you live, consular matters may also be handled by: Assistant High Commission Birmingham (Birmingham); Assistant High Commission Manchester (Manchester).
Documents checklist
The most frequent applications and the documents the Bangladeshi authorities ask for:
Bangladesh e-passport (application abroad)
- Apply online on the e-passport portal (epassport.gov.bd) and print the confirmation page showing “Application Submitted”
- Book an appointment and attend in person for biometric enrolment (fingerprints, iris scan, photo, signature)
- Bangladeshi national ID card (NID) or a 17-digit online birth registration certificate (English version) – foreign or handwritten birth certificates are not accepted
- Proof of legal status in the United Kingdom (residence permit)
- Reissue: your current passport; lost passport: a police report (GD) with the passport number
- The passport is printed in Dhaka – processing can take several weeks
Sources: Embassy of Bangladesh in Berlin – passport application and appointment (mofa.gov.bd), High Commission of Bangladesh in Canberra – e-passport (mofa.gov.bd) (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Ask in advance whether your service needs a booked slot.
Visa and entry information for British citizens
British citizens need a visa for Bangladesh, which can be obtained on arrival (up to 30 days). Details: UK government travel advice – entry requirements.
Closing days
Expect the high commission to be closed on UK bank holidays such as Easter Monday and the late summer bank holiday and on Bangladesh’s national day (26 March). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
Bangladeshi nationals in urgent need of help can reach the high commission on +44 20 7584 0081. Missions can issue emergency travel documents, contact relatives and provide lists of lawyers or doctors; they cannot pay bills or act as a lawyer. In the UK, the emergency number is 999 (or 112).
Diplomatic missions of Bangladesh in the United Kingdom
Bangladesh in the United Kingdom
- London – High Commission of Bangladesh (this page)
- Birmingham – Assistant High Commission
- Manchester – Assistant High Commission
Frequently asked questions about the High Commission of Bangladesh in London
Where is the Bangladeshi High Commission in London?
At 28 Queen’s Gate, London SW7 5JA.
When is the Bangladeshi High Commission in London open?
According to the FCDO London Diplomatic List: Monday to Friday from 10:30 to 18:30. Confirm before visiting.
Who leads the Bangladeshi High Commission in London?
Mohammad Nazrul Islam (Acting High Commissioner), according to the London Diplomatic List of October 2026.
What is the difference between a high commission and an embassy?
None in practice: Commonwealth countries call their embassies in each other’s capitals high commissions, headed by high commissioners.
Is the Bangladeshi High Commission closed on the national day?
The FCDO list gives 26 March for Bangladesh; missions usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do Britons need a visa to travel to Bangladesh?
Yes, but it can be obtained on arrival.
Is there a Bangladeshi consulate outside London?
Yes: in Birmingham and Manchester.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office – London Diplomatic List (October 2026), UK government foreign travel advice – entry requirements for Bangladesh, www.bhclondon.org.uk. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the high commission before your visit.
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