Embassy of Greece in London

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+44 20 7229 3850

+44 207 229 7221

gremb.lon@mfa.gr

London

United Kingdom

1A Holland Park, London, W11 3TP, United Kingdom

What to Expect When Contacting the Embassy in London

Like most consular offices, the Embassy of Greece in London handles a high volume of requests, so it's worth preparing before you reach out. Email and the official online appointment system are generally the most reliable way to get a response, and most services, including passport renewals, registry matters, and powers of attorney, require a pre-booked appointment rather than a walk-in visit. Booking early is recommended, as availability can be limited, especially given the Consular Office's jurisdiction covering London and the South East of England. If you'd rather not navigate the process on your own, GetGreece can help you prepare your documents and confirm requirements before you book.

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About the Embassy of Greece in London

The Embassy of Greece in London represents the Hellenic Republic in the United Kingdom, overseeing diplomatic, consular, and economic relations between the two countries. It supervises Greece's Consulate General in Manchester, and its own Consular Office serves Greek citizens and residents across London and the South East of England. The embassy provides passport, visa, notarial, civil registry, and citizenship services, and supports political, cultural, and commercial ties between Greece and the United Kingdom.

Greek Community in London, United Kingdom

London is home to one of the largest and most established Greek and Greek Cypriot communities outside Greece and Cyprus, historically centered in areas such as Wood Green, Palmers Green, and Haringey in North London, often referred to informally as one of the largest Greek Cypriot population centers outside Cyprus itself. Greek Cypriot immigration to London began in significant numbers in the mid 20th century, particularly following Cyprus's independence and later the 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus, while mainland Greek migration has continued steadily, including a notable wave of younger professionals following Greece's economic crisis in the 2010s. The community maintains an extensive network of Greek Orthodox parishes, Greek and Cypriot cultural organizations, and community media. Population estimates for Greeks and Greek Cypriots in the greater London area range widely, from the low hundreds of thousands into the low millions when including all generations of Greek Cypriot descent, making it one of the largest Hellenic diaspora communities in the world.