British Consulate General in Cape Town
Consulate General 
United Kingdom Cape Town, South Africa
- Address
- Riebeek Street 8, 8000 Cape Town
- Website
- gov.uk
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Wikidata · Foreign ministry of the United Kingdom: list of missions abroad · Record last updated on 23 September 2024
The British consulate general in Cape Town is at Riebeek Street 8, 8000 Cape Town; the United Kingdom’s embassy is in Pretoria, about 1,310 km away. South African citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United Kingdom. It is listed as open 7 days a week.
Opening hours of the British consulate general in Cape Town
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in South Africa
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Day of Reconciliation
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Christmas Day
Public holidays in the United Kingdom
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Christmas Day
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St. Stephen's Day
The British consulate general in Cape Town is listed as open 7 days a week. It is listed as open at weekends too.
United Kingdom visa for South African citizens
South AfricaUnited Kingdom Visa required United Kingdom visa for citizens of South Africa
United KingdomSouth Africa Visa-free, 90 days South Africa visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
South African citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United Kingdom. Check with the British consulate general in Cape Town whether visas are handled at its counter or by an appointed visa centre.
Other missions nearby
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Consulate of Namibia in Cape TownRiebeek Street 9, Cape Town
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Consulate of Belgium in Cape TownLong Street 1, 8001 Cape Town
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Consulate of Turkey in Cape TownBreë Street 4, 8001 Cape Town
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Consulate General of the Netherlands in Cape TownStrand Street 100, Cape Town
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Consulate General of Russia in Cape Town12-th Floor, Norton Rose House, 8 Riebeek Street, Cape Town, Republic of South Africa
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Consulate General of Angola in Cape TownHertzog Boulevard 109, Cape Town
The United Kingdom’s other missions in South Africa
- High Commission of the United Kingdom in Pretoria
Hill Street 255, 0002 Pretoria
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All missions of the United Kingdom in South Africa (3)
The British embassy is in Pretoria, about 1,310 km away. Besides the British consulate general in Cape Town, the United Kingdom has 2 other missions in South Africa. Consulates: Johannesburg. South Africa in turn has 10 missions in the United Kingdom, its embassy being in London.
Latest official news
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UN Human Rights Council 63: UK Explanation of Vote on the draft resolution on Rhetoric to Reality
UK Explanation of Vote on the draft resolution "From rhetoric to reality: a global call for concrete action against racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance". Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN, Kumar Iyer.
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UN Human Rights Council 62: Joint Statement for the Annual Discussion on Women's Rights
Joint Statement for the Annual Discussion on Women's Rights: Domestic violence against women and girls. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN, Kumar Iyer.
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UK and South Africa launch coalition to end violence against women and girls
An international coalition was launched at the Global Partnerships Conference to prevent violence against women and girls and strengthen accountability through coordinated global action
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Foreign Secretary launches new International Coalition to End Violence against Women and Girls
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper to lead UK-convened international coalition to tackle global emergency of violence against women and girls.
Good to know
About the British consulate general in Cape Town
It appears in official lists as Consulate General of the United Kingdom in Cape Town. A consulate does consular work for a region: passports, certificates and help for nationals in difficulty.
Address and contact
Address: Riebeek Street 8, 8000 Cape Town. The record for the British consulate general in Cape Town includes an official website.
British citizens travelling to South Africa
South Africa admits British citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
When the British consulate general in Cape Town is closed
The British consulate general in Cape Town closes on South Africa’s public holidays, the next being Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026 and Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, and usually on holidays of the United Kingdom such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
Before visiting the British consulate general in Cape Town
Current procedures for the British consulate general in Cape Town, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.
Near the British consulate general in Cape Town
Within 1 km of the British consulate general in Cape Town there are 6 other foreign missions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the British Consulate General in Cape Town?
The British consulate general in Cape Town is at Riebeek Street 8, 8000 Cape Town.
What are the opening hours of the British Consulate General in Cape Town?
The British consulate general in Cape Town is listed as open 7 days a week.
Is the British Consulate General in Cape Town open on Saturday?
Yes, the hours on record for the British consulate general in Cape Town include Saturday.
When is the British Consulate General in Cape Town closed?
The British consulate general in Cape Town closes on South Africa’s public holidays, the next being Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026, and usually on the national day of the United Kingdom.
Do South African citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
South African citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United Kingdom.
Where is the British embassy in South Africa?
The British embassy is in Pretoria, about 1,310 km from the British consulate general in Cape Town.
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