The High Commission of Australia in London represents Australia in the United Kingdom and serves Australian citizens living in the country. 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 | Australia House Strand, London WC2B 4LA, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 20 7379 4334 |
| Fax | +44 20 7240 5333 |
| GeneralEnquiries.LhLh@dfat.gov.au | |
| Website | www.uk.embassy.gov.au |
| Head of Mission | Jay Wilson Weatherill, High Commissioner |
| National Day | 26 January (Australia Day) |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
Passport office according to the mission’s official website (checked October 2026). Consular assistance by phone during business hours: +44 20 7887 5776; 24/7 Consular Emergency Centre: +61 2 6261 3305. Visitors pass airport-style security screening.
Location of the High Commission
Before your visit
You will find the high commission at Australia House Strand (London WC2B 4LA).
- Passport office (official website, October 2026): Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 16:00.
- Good to know: Consular assistance by phone during business hours: +44 20 7887 5776; 24/7 Consular Emergency Centre: +61 2 6261 3305. Visitors pass airport-style security screening.
- Preparation: check the required documents on the mission’s website and bring originals with copies.
Who runs the Australian High Commission?
Jay Wilson Weatherill heads the high commission as high commissioner; the FCDO list gives 17 February 2026 as the start date. The London Diplomatic List names 80 accredited diplomats and attachés for the mission.
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Australian 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
Documents checklist
What Australian citizens usually need to bring for the most common requests, based on official Australian government information:
Renewing an Australian passport overseas
- Complete the online form in the application portal (then print it) or get a pre-filled paper form from the embassy
- Eligible if your passport was issued when you were 16+, on or after 1 January 2006 with at least 2 years’ validity, shows your current details and was not reported lost or stolen
- Lodge the application in person at an Australian embassy or consulate – check whether an appointment is needed
- Bring the completed form, passport photos, your current passport and original identity documents, and pay the fee
- Allow at least 6 weeks; urgent travel: emergency passport (valid up to one year, no chip)
Sources: Australian Passport Office – applying outside Australia, Australian Passport Office – emergency passport (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?
Many consular services require an appointment – check the mission’s website first.
Closing days
Like most offices in the UK, the high commission closes on UK bank holidays; the Australian national day (26 January) often means a closure too. Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Emergency assistance
Australian nationals in urgent need of help can reach the high commission on +44 20 7379 4334. 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 Australia in the United Kingdom
Australia in the United Kingdom
- London – High Commission of Australia (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the High Commission of Australia in London
Where is the Australian High Commission in London?
At Australia House Strand, London WC2B 4LA.
When is the Australian High Commission in London open?
According to its official website: Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 16:00. Confirm before visiting.
Who is the high commissioner of Australia to the UK?
Jay Wilson Weatherill (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 Australian High Commission closed on the national day?
The FCDO list gives 26 January for Australia; missions usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: official website of the mission (checked October 2026), UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office – London Diplomatic List (October 2026), www.uk.embassy.gov.au. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the high commission before your visit.
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