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British High Commission in Dhaka, Bangladesh

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The High Commission of the United Kingdom in Dhaka is diplomatic mission of the United Kingdom in Bangladesh located at United Nations Road.

  • High Commission Address

    United Nations Road, Baridhara
    PO Box 6079
    Dhaka 1212
    Bangladesh

  • Telephone

    +880 2 5566 8700

  • Contact Form Information

    Contact the Mission

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
    Thursday 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
    Friday Closed
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
    Monday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
    Tuesday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

    Status: 🟢 Open now – ⛱️ Muharram is on Wednesday (in 7 days) and might affect working hours

    🕒 Current time in Dhaka: 3:24 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

Located at United Nations Road, Baridhara, the high commission is near the key landmark Hatirjheel Lake. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the British High Commission in Dhaka, Bangladesh

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.

  • Muharram: June 17 Flag of Bangladesh
  • Milad un-Nabi: August 25 Flag of Bangladesh
  • Durga Puja: October 17 Flag of Bangladesh
  • Victory Day: December 16 Flag of Bangladesh

Available Services

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

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

Visa Requirements

If you hold a Bangladeshi 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

Sarah Cooke, 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 Bangladesh.

See also

Bangladesh in United Kingdom

Bangladesh has 3 representations in the following cities:

Nearby Landmarks

Nearby Airports

  • Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
    (5.24 km away)
    Dhaka
    Get Directions

Disclaimer

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This page was last edited on 16 May 2026 at 03:42 AM (EST).

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