The Embassy of Lesotho in Rome is Lesotho’s diplomatic mission to Italy. Basotho nationals in Italy turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | Via Serchio, 8, 00198 Rome, Italy |
| Telephone | +39 06 8542419068542496 |
| Fax | +39 06 8542527 |
| secretary@lesothoembassyrome.it | |
| Website | www.lesothoembassyrome.com |
| Head of Mission | Lebeko Sello, Ambassador |
| National Day | 4 October |
Consular Section
| Consular district | All of Italy |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information (not published in the Italian Foreign Ministry’s list) – please confirm before your visit, especially on Italian and Basotho public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The embassy is located at Via Serchio, 8, 00198 Rome.
- Opening hours (according to the embassy): Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 16:00.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
Who runs the Basotho Embassy?
According to the Italian diplomatic list, Lesotho is represented by Ambassador Lebeko Sello (accredited 7 April 2025). The Italian diplomatic list names 4 accredited diplomats for the embassy.
Consular services
Requests the consular staff deal with:
- Basotho passports and emergency travel documents
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Visas for travellers who need one for Lesotho
- 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 embassy website first.
Visa and entry information for Italian citizens
Italian citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Lesotho (up to 14 days). Details: Italian travel advice (Viaggiare Sicuri).
Closing days
Like most offices in Italy, the embassy closes on public holidays; Basotho celebrations on 4 October (national day) usually mean a closure too. The city’s patron saint’s day (Saints Peter and Paul, 29 June) is a local holiday. Many offices work reduced hours in August – call ahead in summer.
Emergency assistance
Basotho nationals in urgent need of help can reach the embassy on +39 06 8542419068542496. Embassies can issue emergency travel documents, contact relatives and provide lists of lawyers or doctors; they cannot pay bills or act as a lawyer. The Italian emergency number is 112.
Diplomatic missions of Lesotho in Italy
Lesotho in Italy
- Rome – Embassy of Lesotho (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Lesotho in Rome
What is the address of the Basotho Embassy in Italy?
At Via Serchio, 8, 00198 Rome.
What are the opening hours of the Basotho Embassy in Rome?
According to the embassy: Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 16:00. Confirm before visiting.
Who is the ambassador of Lesotho to Italy?
Lebeko Sello, according to the Italian diplomatic list of 14 August 2026.
When is the Basotho national day?
The Italian Foreign Ministry lists 4 October as the national day of Lesotho; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do Italian citizens need a visa for Lesotho?
No, not for short tourist stays (up to 14 days) – check Viaggiare Sicuri before booking.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of foreign embassies in Italy (as of 14 August 2026), Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of foreign consulates in Italy (as of 20 July 2026), Viaggiare Sicuri – Italian travel advice for Lesotho, www.lesothoembassyrome.com. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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