About the Embassy
Learn about the Embassy of Haiti in the UK, our mission, services, and commitment to serving the Haitian community and strengthening Haiti-UK relations.
Embassy of Haiti in the United Kingdom
The Embassy of Haiti in London serves as the official diplomatic mission of the Republic of Haiti to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Established to foster bilateral relations, we are committed to serving Haitian nationals and promoting mutual understanding between our nations.
Embassy Overview
Establishment and Accreditation
The Embassy of Haiti in London represents the interests of the Republic of Haiti in the United Kingdom and is also accredited to:
- Republic of Ireland
- Kingdom of Norway
- Kingdom of Sweden
- Kingdom of Denmark
- Republic of Finland
- Republic of Iceland
Diplomatic Status
- Type: Bilateral Embassy
- Head of Mission: Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary
- Diplomatic Relations: Established 1826
- Consular District: United Kingdom and accredited countries
- Vienna Convention: Full diplomatic privileges and immunities
Core Functions and Responsibilities
Diplomatic Relations
- Representing Haiti's interests to the UK Government
- Negotiating bilateral agreements and treaties
- Facilitating high-level visits and diplomatic exchanges
- Participating in multilateral diplomatic forums
- Reporting on UK political, economic, and social developments
- Building partnerships with UK institutions and organizations
Consular Services
- Issuing passports and travel documents to Haitian citizens
- Processing visa applications for travel to Haiti
- Providing notarial and authentication services
- Assisting Haitian nationals in emergency situations
- Registering births, marriages, and deaths of Haitian citizens
- Supporting detained or hospitalized Haitian nationals
- Facilitating repatriation when necessary
Economic Diplomacy
- Promoting trade and investment between Haiti and the UK
- Supporting UK businesses interested in Haiti
- Facilitating business delegations and trade missions
- Providing market intelligence and business matchmaking
- Advocating for favorable trade policies
- Promoting Haiti's export products and services
Cultural and Educational Affairs
- Promoting Haitian culture, art, and heritage in the UK
- Organizing cultural events and exhibitions
- Facilitating educational exchanges and scholarships
- Supporting academic research on Haiti
- Building partnerships between educational institutions
- Promoting Haitian literature, music, and arts
Diaspora Engagement
- Connecting with the Haitian community in the UK
- Supporting diaspora organizations and initiatives
- Facilitating diaspora investment in Haiti
- Organizing community events and forums
- Providing information on developments in Haiti
- Encouraging diaspora participation in Haiti's development
Embassy Departments and Sections
Political Section
Manages diplomatic relations, political reporting, and bilateral cooperation on political matters. Coordinates with UK government departments and parliamentary groups.
Consular Section
Provides all consular services to Haitian nationals and processes visa applications. Operates Monday-Friday with appointment system for efficient service delivery.
Economic and Commercial Section
Promotes trade and investment, supports business development, and provides economic analysis and reporting on UK-Haiti economic relations.
Cultural Affairs Section
Organizes cultural events, manages educational exchanges, and promotes Haitian arts and culture throughout the UK and accredited countries.
Administrative Section
Manages embassy operations, human resources, finance, logistics, and ensures smooth functioning of all embassy services.
Communications and Public Affairs
Manages media relations, public communications, social media presence, and promotes Haiti's image in the UK media landscape.
Services We Provide
For Haitian Citizens
- Passport renewal and issuance
- Civil status documents
- Power of attorney
- Document authentication
- Emergency assistance
- Repatriation support
- Voting registration
For Foreign Nationals
- Tourist visas
- Business visas
- Student visas
- Work permits
- Document legalization
- Business information
- Cultural information
For Businesses
- Trade information
- Investment guidance
- Business matchmaking
- Market research
- Commercial documentation
- Trade mission support
- Regulatory guidance
Location and Accessibility
Embassy Address
Embassy of Haiti21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH
United Kingdom
Public Transport
- Underground: Holborn Station (Central and Piccadilly lines) - 3 min walk
- Underground: Tottenham Court Road Station - 5 min walk
- Bus: Routes 1, 8, 19, 25, 38, 55, 98, 242
- Rail: Nearest mainline stations - Euston, King's Cross, St Pancras
Operating Hours
| Service | Hours |
|---|---|
| General Inquiries | Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Consular Services | Monday - Friday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Visa Applications | Monday - Friday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Document Collection | Monday - Friday: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
The Embassy is closed on UK public holidays and Haitian national holidays.
Contact Information
General Contact
- Phone: +44 20 3962 5710
- Fax: +44 20 3962 5711
- Email: info@haitiembassy.org.uk
- Website: www.haitiembassy.org.uk
Department Contacts
- Consular: consular@haitiembassy.org.uk
- Visas: visa@haitiembassy.org.uk
- Trade: trade@haitiembassy.org.uk
- Culture: culture@haitiembassy.org.uk
Emergency Contact
For emergency assistance outside office hours for Haitian nationals only.
Partnerships and Collaborations
The Embassy works closely with various organizations to serve our community better:
- UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO)
- Haitian diaspora organizations in the UK
- Caribbean diplomatic missions in London
- UK-Caribbean Chamber of Commerce
- Academic institutions with Caribbean studies programs
- Cultural organizations promoting Caribbean arts
- International development organizations
Need Assistance?
Our consular team is ready to help you with your inquiries and service requests.