British High Commission in Abuja

The British high commission in Abuja is listed as open 7 days a week. It is listed as open at weekends too.

Nigerian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United Kingdom. Whether the British high commission in Abuja takes applications itself or through a visa centre is set out on its official website.

Besides the British high commission in Abuja, the United Kingdom has 2 other missions in Nigeria. Consulates: Lagos and Calabar. Nigeria in turn has an embassy in London.

About the British high commission in Abuja

It appears in official lists as High Commission of the United Kingdom in Abuja. It is headed by Pete Vowles, according to the records. Commonwealth members call their embassies in one another high commissions; this one does the work of an embassy for the United Kingdom.

Address and contact

Address: Diplomatic Drive 1137, Abuja. The record for the British high commission in Abuja includes a phone number and an official website.

British citizens travelling to Nigeria

British citizens need a visa for Nigeria, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa for stays of up to 90 days.

When the British high commission in Abuja is closed

Expect the British high commission in Abuja to be shut on Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and Boxing Day on Monday 28 December 2026, and often on Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, a holiday in the United Kingdom.

Before visiting the British high commission in Abuja

Current procedures for the British high commission in Abuja, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.

Near the British high commission in Abuja

The British high commission in Abuja has 11 other foreign missions within 1 km, in a diplomatic quarter.