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British High Commission in Accra, Ghana

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British High Commission in Accra, Ghana, located at Julius Nyerere Link, off Gamel Abdul Nasser Avenue. View a location map, get driving directions to the High Commission of United Kingdom, or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • High Commission Address

    Julius Nyerere Link, off Gamel Abdul Nasser Avenue
    PO Box 296
    Accra
    Ghana

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 7:30 AM–3:30 PM
    Thursday 7:30 AM–3:30 PM
    Friday 7:30 AM–1:30 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 7:30 AM–3:30 PM
    Tuesday 7:30 AM–3:30 PM

    Status: 🟢 Open now – Closes at 3:30 PM

    🕒 Current time in Accra: 9:21 AM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

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Location map of the British High Commission in Accra, Ghana

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the High Commission may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the High Commission directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Founders' Day: September 21 Flag of Ghana
  • Farmers' Day: December 4 Flag of Ghana
  • Christmas Day: December 25 Flag of United Kingdom Flag of Ghana
  • Boxing Day: December 26 Flag of United Kingdom Flag of Ghana

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the British High Commission in Accra, Ghana:

  • Legalization of documents
  • Issuing emergency travel documents
  • Register marriages, births, and deaths

Visa Requirements

If you hold a Ghanaian passport, you are required to obtain an eVisa or eTA to enter the United Kingdom.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Head of Mission

Harriet Thompson, High Commissioner

Online Resources

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This page was last edited on 14 May 2025 at 09:11 AM (EST).

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