The High Commission of Gabon in London is Gabon’s diplomatic mission to the United Kingdom. Gabonese nationals in the UK turn to it for passports and official documents. 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 | 27 Elvaston Place, London SW7 5NL, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 20 7823 9986 |
| Fax | +44 20 7584 0047 |
| gabonembassyuk@gmail.com | |
| Website | www.gabonhighcommission.org.uk |
| National Day | 17 August |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 11:30 / 14:00 - 15:30 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 11:30 / 14:00 - 15:30 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 11:30 / 14:00 - 15:30 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 11:30 / 14:00 - 15:30 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 11:30 / 14:00 - 15:30 |
Hours shown: visa office, according to the embassy’s official website (checked October 2026). Visa applications are lodged from 10:00 to 11:30 (no appointment needed) and collected from 14:00 to 15:30. Closed on public holidays.
Location of the High Commission
Before your visit
The high commission is located at 27 Elvaston Place, London SW7 5NL.
- Bring: your passport, plus originals and copies of every document needed for your application.
Consular services
What you can usually arrange here:
- Gabonese passports and emergency travel documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Visas for travellers who need one for Gabon
Do I need an appointment?
Ask in advance whether your service needs a booked slot.
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 Gabon’s national day (17 August). Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the high commission’s number is +44 20 7823 9986. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money. In the UK, the emergency number is 999 (or 112).
Diplomatic missions of Gabon in the United Kingdom
Gabon in the United Kingdom
- London – High Commission of Gabon (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the High Commission of Gabon in London
What is the address of the Gabonese High Commission in the UK?
At 27 Elvaston Place, London SW7 5NL.
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 Gabonese High Commission closed on the national day?
The FCDO list gives 17 August for Gabon; 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.gabonhighcommission.org.uk. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the high commission before your visit.
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