The Embassy of Burkina Faso in London is Burkina Faso’s diplomatic mission to the United Kingdom. Burkinabè nationals in the UK turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | London, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 3223 459912 |
| Fax | +44 3223 450612 |
| contact@ambassadeduburkina.be | |
| Website | www.ambassadeduburkina.be |
| Head of Mission | Leopold Bonkoungou, Ambassador |
| National Day | 11 October |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 17:00 |
Opening hours as published in the FCDO London Diplomatic List (October 2026). Please confirm before your visit, especially on UK bank holidays and Burkinabè public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
- Opening hours (FCDO list): Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 13:00 and from 14:30 to 17:00.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
Who runs the Burkinabè Embassy?
According to the London Diplomatic List, Burkina Faso is represented by Ambassador Leopold Bonkoungou (since 19 December 2023).
Consular services
Requests the consular staff deal with:
- Burkinabè passports and emergency travel documents
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Visas for travellers who need one for Burkina Faso
- Help for citizens in difficulty – illness, arrest or loss of documents
Do I need an appointment?
Many consular services require an appointment – check the mission’s website first.
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on UK bank holidays such as Easter Monday and the late summer bank holiday and on Burkina Faso’s national day (11 October). Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Emergency assistance
Burkinabè nationals in urgent need of help can reach the embassy on +44 3223 459912. 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 Burkina Faso in the United Kingdom
Burkina Faso in the United Kingdom
- London – Embassy of Burkina Faso (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Burkina Faso in London
What are the opening hours of the Burkinabè Embassy in London?
According to the FCDO London Diplomatic List: Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 13:00 and from 14:30 to 17:00. Confirm before visiting.
Who is the ambassador of Burkina Faso to the UK?
Leopold Bonkoungou (Ambassador), according to the London Diplomatic List of October 2026.
When is the Burkinabè national day?
The FCDO list gives 11 October for Burkina Faso; 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), www.ambassadeduburkina.be. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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