Bruneian citizens in the UK, and UK residents planning a trip to Brunei, can contact the High Commission of Brunei in London. 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 | 19-20 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8PG, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 20 7581 0521 |
| Fax | +44 20 7235 7818 |
| info@bruneihighcomm.org.uk | |
| Head of Mission | First Admiral Pengiran Dato Seri Pahlawan Norazmi bin Pengiran Haji Muhammad, High Commissioner |
| National Day | 23 February |
Consular Section
| Address | 20 Belgrave Square SW1X 8PG |
| Telephone | +44 20 7402 0045 |
| consular@bruneihighcomm.org.uk admin@upp.org.uk |
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
Visitors go to 19-20 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8PG. The consular section has its own address: 20 Belgrave Square SW1X 8PG.
- Bring: your passport, plus originals and copies of every document needed for your application.
The high commission and its network in the UK
According to the London Diplomatic List, Brunei is represented by High Commissioner First Admiral Pengiran Dato Seri Pahlawan Norazmi bin Pengiran Haji Muhammad (since 20 June 2020). 25 diplomats and attachés are registered with the FCDO for this high commission.
Consular services
What you can usually arrange here:
- Bruneian passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Help for citizens in difficulty – illness, arrest or loss of documents
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the mission’s website first.
Closing days
The high commission is normally closed on UK bank holidays as well as on the Bruneian national day: 23 February. Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Emergency assistance
Bruneian nationals in urgent need of help can reach the high commission on +44 20 7581 0521. 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 Brunei in the United Kingdom
Brunei in the United Kingdom
- London – High Commission of Brunei (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the High Commission of Brunei in London
What is the address of the Bruneian High Commission in the UK?
At 19-20 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8PG.
Who is the high commissioner of Brunei to the UK?
First Admiral Pengiran Dato Seri Pahlawan Norazmi bin Pengiran Haji Muhammad (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 Bruneian High Commission closed on the national day?
The FCDO list gives 23 February for Brunei; 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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