The High Commission of Barbados in London represents Barbados in the United Kingdom and serves Barbadian citizens living in the country. Between Commonwealth countries, embassies are known as High Commissions – it fulfils the same role as an embassy.
Contact Details
| Address | 1 Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3ND, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 20 7299 7150 |
| Fax | +44 20 7323 6872 |
| london@foreign.gov.bb | |
| Head of Mission | Edmund Hinkson, High Commissioner |
| National Day | 30 October |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
Opening hours as published in the FCDO London Diplomatic List (October 2026). Please confirm before your visit, especially on UK bank holidays and Barbadian public holidays.
Location of the High Commission
Before your visit
You will find the high commission at 1 Great Russell Street (London WC1B 3ND).
- Opening hours (FCDO list): Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 17:30.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
Who runs the Barbadian High Commission?
According to the London Diplomatic List, Barbados is represented by High Commissioner Edmund Hinkson (since 15 February 2026). 10 diplomats and attachés are registered with the FCDO for this high commission.
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Barbadian passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Do I need an appointment?
Many consular services require an appointment – check the mission’s website first.
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 Barbados’ national day (30 October). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the high commission’s number is +44 20 7299 7150. 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 Barbados in the United Kingdom
Barbados in the United Kingdom
- London – High Commission of Barbados (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the High Commission of Barbados in London
Where is the Barbadian High Commission in London?
At 1 Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3ND.
When is the Barbadian High Commission in London open?
According to the FCDO London Diplomatic List: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 17:30. Confirm before visiting.
Who is the high commissioner of Barbados to the UK?
Edmund Hinkson (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 Barbadian national day?
The FCDO list gives 30 October for Barbados; 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). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the high commission before your visit.
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