Malawian citizens in the UK, and UK residents planning a trip to Malawi, can contact the High Commission of Malawi 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 | 36 John Street, London WC1N 2AT, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 20 7421 6010 |
| Fax | +44 20 7831 9273 |
| london@malawihighcommission.co.uk | |
| Website | www.malawihighcommission.co.uk |
| Head of Mission | Thomas John Bisika, High Commissioner |
| National Day | 6 July |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 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 Malawian public holidays.
Location of the High Commission
Before your visit
The high commission is located at 36 John Street, London WC1N 2AT.
- Opening hours (FCDO list): Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
Who runs the Malawian High Commission?
According to the London Diplomatic List, Malawi is represented by High Commissioner Thomas John Bisika (since 27 October 2021). The London Diplomatic List names 10 accredited diplomats and attachés for the mission. Six honorary consulates support Malawian citizens elsewhere in the UK.
Consular services
What you can usually arrange here:
- Malawian passports and emergency travel documents
- Citizenship and civil register matters
- Visas for travellers who need one for Malawi
- 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
Expect the high commission to be closed on UK bank holidays such as Easter Monday and the late summer bank holiday and on Malawi’s national day (6 July). Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the high commission’s number is +44 20 7421 6010. Missions can issue emergency travel documents, contact relatives and provide lists of lawyers or doctors; they cannot pay bills or act as a lawyer. In the UK, the emergency number is 999 (or 112).
Diplomatic missions of Malawi in the United Kingdom
Malawi in the United Kingdom
- London – High Commission of Malawi (this page)
- Barry – Honorary Consulate
- Duncton – Honorary Consulate
- Edinburgh – Honorary Consulate
- Hillsborough – Honorary Consulate
- Leicester – Honorary Consulate
- Rochester – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the High Commission of Malawi in London
What is the address of the Malawian High Commission in the UK?
At 36 John Street, London WC1N 2AT.
What are the opening hours of the Malawian High Commission in London?
According to the FCDO London Diplomatic List: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00. Confirm before visiting.
Who is the high commissioner of Malawi to the UK?
Thomas John Bisika (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 Malawian national day?
The FCDO list gives 6 July for Malawi; missions usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office – London Diplomatic List (October 2026), www.malawihighcommission.co.uk. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the high commission before your visit.
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