The High Commission of Guyana in London is Guyana’s diplomatic mission to the United Kingdom. Guyanese nationals in the UK turn to it for passports and official documents. Between Commonwealth countries, embassies are known as High Commissions – it fulfils the same role as an embassy.
Contact Details
| Address | 3 Palace Court Bayswater Road, London W2 4LP, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 20 7229 7684 |
| Fax | +44 20 7727 9809 |
| guyanahclondon@mission.gov.gy | |
| Website | www.guyanahclondon.co.uk |
| Head of Mission | Rajendra Singh, High Commissioner |
| National Day | 23 February (Republic Day) |
Opening Hours
The FCDO list gives no opening hours for this mission. Contact it by phone or e-mail before visiting.
Location of the High Commission
Before your visit
The high commission is located at 3 Palace Court Bayswater Road, London W2 4LP.
- Bring: your passport, plus originals and copies of every document needed for your application.
About the Guyanese High Commission in London
Rajendra Singh heads the high commission as high commissioner; the FCDO list gives 1 June 2022 as the start date.
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Guyanese passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the mission’s website first.
Closing days
Like most offices in the UK, the high commission closes on UK bank holidays and on Guyana’s national day (23 February). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, Guyanese citizens should call the high commission on +44 20 7229 7684. Consular staff can help with lost passports, arrests and serious accidents, but cannot cover costs or interfere with UK authorities. In the UK, the emergency number is 999 (or 112).
Diplomatic missions of Guyana in the United Kingdom
Guyana in the United Kingdom
- London – High Commission of Guyana (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the High Commission of Guyana in London
What is the address of the Guyanese High Commission in the UK?
At 3 Palace Court Bayswater Road, London W2 4LP.
Who is the high commissioner of Guyana to the UK?
Rajendra Singh (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.
When is the Guyanese national day?
The FCDO list gives 23 February for Guyana; missions usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office – London Diplomatic List (October 2026), www.guyanahclondon.co.uk. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the high commission before your visit.
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