British Embassy in Dublin
Embassy 
United Kingdom Dublin, Ireland
- Address
- Merrion Road 29, D04P272 Dublin
- Phone
- +353 1 205 3700
- Website
- gov.uk
- Fax
- +353 1 205 3885
Head of mission: Kara Owen
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Wikidata · Irish Department of Foreign Affairs diplomatic list · Foreign ministry of the United Kingdom: list of missions abroad · Record last updated on 13 March 2026
The United Kingdom’s embassy to Ireland is in Dublin, the capital of Ireland, at Merrion Road 29, D04P272 Dublin. Irish citizens can enter the United Kingdom without a visa.
Opening hours of the British embassy in Dublin
| Monday | 09:00–17:00 By appointment only |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00–17:00 By appointment only |
| Wednesday | 09:00–17:00 By appointment only |
| Thursday | 09:00–17:00 By appointment only |
| Friday | 09:00–17:00 By appointment only |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Public holidays | Closed |
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Ireland
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Christmas Day
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St. Stephen's Day
Public holidays in the United Kingdom
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Christmas Day
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St. Stephen's Day
The British embassy in Dublin is listed as open Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00.
United Kingdom visa for Irish citizens
IrelandUnited Kingdom Visa-free United Kingdom visa for citizens of Ireland
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Irish citizens can enter the United Kingdom without a visa.
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Embassy of Switzerland in DublinAilesbury Road 6, Dublin
The United Kingdom’s other missions in Ireland
- Honorary Consulate of the United Kingdom in Dublin
c/o British Embassy Dublin, 29 Merrion Road, Ballsbridge, D04 P272
The British embassy in Dublin is one of 2 missions of the United Kingdom in Ireland. Honorary consulates: Dublin. Ireland in turn has 4 missions in the United Kingdom, its embassy being in London.
Latest official news
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Minister for International Development and Africa speech at the Institute of International and European Affairs, Dublin
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UN Human Rights Council 63: Joint Statement for the Item 4 General Debate
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PM meeting with Micheál Martin the Taoiseach of Ireland: 18 September 2026
The Prime Minister met the Taoiseach of Ireland, Micheál Martin today, marking the first time an international leader has visited No10 North.
Good to know
About the British embassy in Dublin
It appears in official lists as Embassy of the United Kingdom in Dublin. It is headed by Kara Owen, according to the records.
Address and contact
Address: Merrion Road 29, D04P272 Dublin. The record for the British embassy in Dublin includes a phone number, an e-mail address, a fax number and an official website.
British citizens travelling to Ireland
Ireland admits British citizens without a visa.
When the British embassy in Dublin is closed
The British embassy in Dublin closes on Ireland’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day (Lá Nollag) on Friday 25 December 2026 and St. Stephen's Day (Lá Fhéile Stiofáin) on Saturday 26 December 2026, and usually on holidays of the United Kingdom such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
Before visiting the British embassy in Dublin
Current procedures for the British embassy in Dublin, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.
Near the British embassy in Dublin
Within 1 km of the British embassy in Dublin there are 15 other foreign missions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the British Embassy in Dublin?
The British embassy in Dublin is at Merrion Road 29, D04P272 Dublin.
What are the opening hours of the British Embassy in Dublin?
The British embassy in Dublin is listed as open Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00.
Is the British Embassy in Dublin open on Saturday?
No. The hours on record for the British embassy in Dublin do not include Saturday.
When is the British Embassy in Dublin closed?
The British embassy in Dublin closes on Ireland’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day (Lá Nollag) on Friday 25 December 2026, and usually on the national day of the United Kingdom.
Do Irish citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Irish citizens can enter the United Kingdom without a visa.
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