Who is the British consulate in Erbil?
The British Consulate-General in Erbil represents the UK government in Kurdistan Region and northern Iraq. Find out more on our UK and Iraq news page. We provide services to British nationals living in and visiting Iraq. You can access UK government services while in Iraq.
How do I contact the British Embassy in Iraq?
UK Embassy in Iraq
- British Embassy Baghdad.
- British Embassy Baghdad International Zone Baghdad Iraq.
- +964 7901 926 280 Telephone +964 7901 911 684 Telephone hours: Sunday to Thursday, 7am to 9am (GMT) 10am to 12pm (Local Time)
- [email protected].
How do I contact the British Embassy?
You can contact the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office at any time by calling +44 (0)20 7008 1500. If your enquiry concerns an application for a British passport, you should call +44 (0)300 222 0000 on Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 8:00pm and at weekends and public holidays from 9:00am to 5:30pm.
Does UK have an embassy in Iraq?
The British Embassy in Baghdad maintains and develops relations between the UK and Iraq. Our work covers a range of issues including trade and investment, education, culture, development, energy and climate security and defence.
Do UK citizens need a visa for Kurdistan?
Visa on arrival The holders of the UK travel documents also do not require visa in advance to enter Kurdistan Region of Iraq. They can obtain a 30-days tourism or visit visa on arrival.
What are the functions of a consulate?
Consulates provide passport, birth registration and many others services for visiting or resident American citizens in a country. They also have consular sections which issue visas for foreign citizens to visit, study and work in the United States.
Can I apply for UK visa from Iraq?
Citizens of Iraq are required to be approved for a visa before they are permitted to travel to the United Kingdom. You will need your passport, the approved visa, and biometrics before you are permitted entry. Several kinds of visas are offered by the UK but most travel will use the standard visitor visa.
How do I make an appointment at the British Embassy?
British Embassy launches online consular appointment system
- Click on the Consular Appointment Booking System link for the service you require here.
- Select the appointment date and time you require and enter your details.
- Once your appointment has been booked, a confirmation email will be sent to your email address.
What can the British Consulate help with?
How can the British Embassy help?
- Issuing a replacement passport or other travel documents if yours are lost or stolen.
- Helping you to stay safe in the event of terrorism or a natural disaster.
- Assistance if you are the victim of a crime.
- Helping friends or family transfer money to you in an emergency.
How do I email the UK embassy?
[email protected] (not for consular services such as passports, registration, visas, etc.)
Do I need visa for Erbil?
In the Kurdistan Region of Iraq you can obtain a 30 day visa on arrival at Erbil and Sulaimaniah International Airports. This is valid for travel in the KRI only.
Is it safe to travel to Erbil Iraq?
It’s an extremely safe region for traveling. Iraqi Kurdistan is perfect for travelers looking for adventure, culture, breathtaking landscapes, learning about less well-known places, want to get to know the most hospitable people in the Middle East.