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British High Commission in Colombo, Sri Lanka

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British High Commission in Colombo, Sri Lanka, located at 389, Bauddhaloka Mawatha. View a location map, get driving directions to the High Commission of United Kingdom, or find information about the address, Contact forms, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • High Commission Address

    389, Bauddhaloka Mawatha
    Colombo 7
    Sri Lanka

  • Telephone

    +94 11 539 0639

  • Email

  • Contact Form Information

    For general enquiries

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
    Thursday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
    Friday 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
    Tuesday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

    Status: 🟢 Open now – Closes at 4:30 PM

    🕒 Current time in Colombo: 2:42 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

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Location map of the British High Commission in Colombo, Sri Lanka

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.

  • Esala Poya Day: July 29 Flag of Sri Lanka
  • Milad un-Nabi: August 26 Flag of Sri Lanka
  • Nikini Poya Day: August 27 Flag of Sri Lanka
  • Binara Poya Day: September 26 Flag of Sri Lanka

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the British High Commission in Colombo, Sri Lanka:

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

Visa Requirements

If you hold a Sri Lankan 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

Andrew Patrick, High Commissioner

Online Resources

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Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of United Kingdom in neighboring countries or regions of Sri Lanka.

See also

Sri Lanka in United Kingdom

Sri Lanka has 2 representations in the following cities:

Nearby Airports

  • Ratmalana International Airport (RML)
    (9.45 km away)
    Colombo
    Get Directions
  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
    (30.59 km away)
    Colombo
    Get Directions
  • Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI)
    (154.53 km away)
    Hambantota
    Get Directions

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This page was last edited on 27 May 2025 at 04:40 AM (EST).

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