For US citizens in this part of the UK, the Consulate General of the United States in Edinburgh is the first address for passports and civil status matters.
Contact Details
| Address | 3 Regent Terrace, Edinburgh EH7 5BW, United Kingdom |
| Head of Mission | Kathryn Elizabeth Porter, Consul General |
| Consular district | Scotland |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
Opening hours according to the consulate’s official website (checked October 2026). Visits by appointment only. Closed on public holidays.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
The consulate general is at 3 Regent Terrace, Edinburgh EH7 5BW.
- Opening hours: Monday to Friday 08:30–17:00, according to the consulate’s official website (checked October 2026).
- Appointment: required – see the official website.
- Good to know: No walk-in enquiries – U.S. citizen services by appointment only.
- Appointment: required – see the official website.
- Good to know: No walk-in enquiries – U.S. citizen services by appointment only.
- Bring: your passport or ID card, plus originals and copies of the documents for your application.
About the US consulate general
Together with the embassy in London, the consulate general in Edinburgh is part of the United States’ consular network in the United Kingdom. According to the FCDO list, Kathryn Elizabeth Porter heads the office as consul general (since August 2024). It is one of 2 career consular posts of the United States in the UK. Its consular district covers Scotland. Edinburgh is in Scotland. Distance to the US Embassy in London: about 535 km.
Consular services
The office deals with matters such as:
- US passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Documents checklist
What US citizens usually need to bring for the most common requests, based on official US government information:
Renewing a U.S. passport abroad
- Contact the U.S. embassy or consulate for your area for its submission instructions
- Renewal with Form DS-82 is possible only if your last passport was issued within the last 15 years, when you were 16 or older, and has never been reported lost or stolen
- The passport must be in your current name – otherwise bring the marriage certificate, divorce decree or other name-change document
- If you do not qualify (e.g. lost or stolen passport, or issued more than 15 years ago) you must apply in person
- Abroad you pay only the passport fee (book: $130) – no expedite fee
Sources: U.S. Department of State – renew your passport, U.S. Department of State – where to apply (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the consulate before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes. According to the official website, visits are by appointment only.
Visa and entry information for British citizens
British citizens do not need a visa for short stays in the United States, but must obtain an electronic travel authorisation before departure. The FCDO publishes the current entry rules in its foreign travel advice; check it before booking.
Closing days
Like most offices in the UK, the consulate general closes on Scottish bank holidays (including 2 January and St Andrew’s Day, 30 November) as well as on the US national day: 4 July. Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, US citizens should contact the consulate general or the embassy. Typical emergencies are a lost passport before a flight, a hospital stay or an arrest; costs remain with the person concerned. In the UK, the emergency number is 999 (or 112); for non-emergency police matters call 101.
Where else is the United States represented in the United Kingdom?
The United States in the United Kingdom
- London – Embassy of the United States
- Belfast – Consulate General
- Edinburgh – Consulate General (this page)
FAQ: US consulate general in Edinburgh
Where is the US consulate general in Edinburgh?
At 3 Regent Terrace, Edinburgh EH7 5BW.
Which areas does the US consulate general in Edinburgh cover?
Its consular district is Scotland, according to the FCDO.
When is the US consulate general in Edinburgh open?
Monday to Friday 08:30–17:00, by appointment, according to the official website (October 2026).
Who heads the US consulate general in Edinburgh?
Kathryn Elizabeth Porter, Consul General, according to the FCDO list.
What are the opening hours of the US consulate general in Edinburgh?
Monday to Friday 08:30–17:00, by appointment, according to the consulate’s official website (October 2026).
Do British citizens need a visa for the United States?
No visa, but an electronic travel authorisation is required before departure.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: official website of the consulate general (checked October 2026), official website of the consulate general (checked October 2026), UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office – consular offices outside London (October 2026), UK government foreign travel advice – entry requirements for the United States. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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