Register with us
We encourage British residents and travellers to the UAE to register with us using our online registration system, LOCATE. For the latest travel advice and tips on staying safe while overseas, see Help for British nationals.
The impact of a global temperature rise
The impacts of climate change will be widespread across the globe. Our interactive map outlines some of the impacts that may occur if the global average temperature rises by 4 °C (7 °F)
Embassies Closed for National holidays
The Embassies in Abu Dhabi and Dubai will be closed for Eid Al Adha and National Day from Thursday 26 November until Wednesday 2 December, and will reopen on Thursday 3 December.
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Embassies closed for National holidays
When applying for British passports, please note that the standard processing time is 10 working days. To get your passport before Christmas please apply by 25 November.
The Visa Application Centres will be closed from 26 November until 2 December. Applications made on 25 November will only be resolved on 3 December at the earliest.
Swine Flu Information
The Ministry of Health has assured us that in the event of a severe increase in the number of swine flu sufferers there are adequate stocks of Tamiflu in the UAE. Tamiflu is now a prescription drug and pharmacists have been instructed by the Ministry to only dispense the drug on presentation of a Doctor's prescription.
The Ministry of Health has also informed us that they have NOT introduced a requirement for visitors to the UAE to provide a medical report when entering the country. If a passenger appears to be suffering from flu-like symptoms they may be delayed by medical staff at the airport, who will wish to check that the passenger is not suffering from the swine flu virus. If a passenger has been diagnosed with another illness, such as seasonal flu, in the country they have travelled from carrying a medical certificate stating the diagnosed illness and medications prescribed may help speed up the procedures at the airport.
Please click here for UK information on Swine Flu
Work with us
Why not join our winning team? Here you will find job openings with us across the UAE. What are you waiting for?
Creating opportunity for people worldwide
The British Council is working closely with the UAE to promote educational opportunities and cultural relations.
High level visits
Our flourishing relationship is supported by frequent high-level visits. UK visitors to the UAE in 2008 included His Royal Highness the Duke of York, Prime Minister Gordon Brown, Foreign Secretary David Milband, Business Secretary Peter Mandelson and Climate Change and Energy Secretary Ed Miliband.
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Afghanistan is number one foreign policy priority
24 November 2009
Speaking in the Queen's Speech debate, David Miliband said that Afghanistan is the biggest challenge of this Parliamentary session.
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Abu Dhabi
British Embassy
Khalid bin Al Waleed St (Street 22)
PO Box 248
Abu Dhabi
Telephone:
+971 2 610 1100
Fax:Commercial: +971 2 610 1585
Consular: +971 2 610 1586
Corporate Services +971 2 610 1586
Office Hours
Sunday - Thursday: 0730-1430 Local
Sunday - Thursday: 0330-1030 GMT
Public access:
Consular, Passport & Notarial Services are available to British Passport Holders at the Embassy: Sun-Thu 0800-1300
Access to other Embassy Sections: By appointment only
Visa Applications must be lodged at the: Visa Application Centre
