Run by a volunteer honorary consul, the Honorary Consulate of Uganda in Leicester helps Ugandan nationals with information and selected formalities.
Contact Details
| Address | 6 Heythrop Close, Oadby, Leicester LE2 4SL, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 1162 664668 |
| jaffer@btconnect.com | |
| Head of Mission | Jaffer Kapasi OBE, Honorary consul |
Opening Hours
There are no fixed opening hours; agree on a time with the honorary consul before going.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: 6 Heythrop Close, Oadby, Leicester LE2 4SL.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Leicester do?
The honorary consul in Leicester is a volunteer representative of Uganda, usually a local business or civic figure. The honorary consul listed by the FCDO is Jaffer Kapasi OBE. Visits are by arrangement only. The quickest way to reach the office: call +44 1162 664668 and e-mail jaffer@btconnect.com.
The office is located in England. Distance to the Ugandan High Commission in London: about 145 km.
Which Ugandan office issues passports and visas?
Passports and other formal consular services for Ugandan citizens are handled by the Ugandan High Commission in London.
When is the office closed?
The honorary consulate is normally closed on UK bank holidays; the Ugandan national day (9 October) often means a closure too. Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Embassy and consulates of Uganda in the UK
- London – High Commission of Uganda
- Leicester – Honorary Consulate (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Honorary Consulate of Uganda in Leicester
Where do I renew my Ugandan passport if I live near Leicester?
The honorary consulate cannot issue passports – contact the Ugandan High Commission in London.
How can I reach the Leicester honorary office of Uganda?
By phone on +44 1162 664668 or by e-mail to jaffer@btconnect.com.
Who runs the Ugandan honorary office in Leicester?
Jaffer Kapasi OBE, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office – honorary consulates in the UK (October 2026). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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