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Embassy of Russia in London, United Kingdom

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Embassy of Russia in London, United Kingdom, located at 6/7 Kensington Palace Gardens. View a location map, get driving directions to the Embassy of Russia, or find information about the address, consular section, previous ambassadors, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Embassy Address

    6/7 Kensington Palace Gardens
    London W8 4QP
    United Kingdom

  • Telephone

    +44 20 7243 1410

    +44 20 7221 4482

  • Fax

    +44 20 7727 8625

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 8:30 AM–6:00 PM
    Thursday 8:30 AM–6:00 PM
    Friday 8:30 AM–6:00 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 8:30 AM–6:00 PM
    Tuesday 8:30 AM–6:00 PM

    Status: 🟢 Open now – Closes at 6:00 PM

    🕒 Current time in London: 9:09 AM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

Located at 6/7 Kensington Palace Gardens, the embassy is near key landmarks like Buckingham Palace and Trafalgar Square. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Embassy of Russia in London, United Kingdom

Upcoming Holidays

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

  • National Unity Day: November 4 Flag of Russia
  • Christmas Day: December 25 Flag of United Kingdom
  • Boxing Day: December 26 Flag of United Kingdom

Consular Section

Address

5 Kensington Palace Gardens
London W8 4QS
United Kingdom

Phone

+44 (0) 20 3161 8858

Email

[email protected]

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Embassy of Russia in London, United Kingdom:

  • Process visa applications
  • Notarize certain documents
  • Legalization of documents
  • Register marriages, births, and deaths
  • Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)

Visa Requirements

If you hold a British passport, you are required to apply for a paper visa to enter Russia.

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.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to Russia without a visa. The most common types of Russia visas are the following.

  • Tourist visa
  • Business visa
  • Work visa
  • Student visa
  • Diplomatic visa
  • Transit visa
  • Private visa
  • Humanitarian visa

Head of Mission

Kelin Andrei Vladimirovich, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary

Related: List of ambassadors of Russia to the United Kingdom

Online Resources

Explore the embassy and its services. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Additional Missions in United Kingdom

Besides Embassy of Russia in London, United Kingdom, Russia also has 1 representation in the following city of United Kingdom:


View All Diplomatic Missions of Russia in United Kingdom

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

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

See also

United Kingdom in Russia

United Kingdom has 2 representations in the following cities:

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This page was last edited on 21 March 2026 at 02:59 AM (EST).

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