Pakistan High Commission London — Complete Guide 2026

The High Commission of Pakistan in London is the largest Pakistani diplomatic mission in Europe, serving over 1.5 million British Pakistanis. Pakistan also has consulates in Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow, and Bradford. This guide covers all five locations with addresses, phone numbers, hours, and appointment information.

Commonwealth note: Because both Pakistan and the UK are Commonwealth members, the diplomatic mission is a High Commission (not an Embassy), headed by a High Commissioner (not an Ambassador).

Pakistan High Commission — London

Address: 34-36 Lowndes Square, London SW1X 9JN

Phone: +44 20 7664 9200

Alt Phone: +44 20 7664 9276

Email: phclondon@phclondon.org

Website: phclondon.org

Opening Hours
High CommissionMon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Consular SectionMon-Fri 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
NADRA CounterMon-Fri 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Saturday - SundayClosed

Closed on UK and Pakistani public holidays.

Getting there: Nearest Tube: Knightsbridge (Piccadilly Line, Zone 1) — approximately 5 minutes walk. The High Commission is in the Knightsbridge area of central London, between Harrods and Hyde Park. Bus routes 14, 74, and C1 stop nearby.

Appointment & Walk-in Policy

Important: Most services require an appointment booked in advance. Walk-ins are generally not accepted for passport and NICOP applications.
How to Book
  • Passport services: Book online through the PHC London website or by phone
  • NICOP / NADRA services: Appointments required at all NADRA offices (London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bradford). Book through the NADRA online portal or PHC website
  • Visa services: Applications accepted during consular hours; appointment recommended
  • Notarial services: Available during consular hours; appointment recommended for attestation
Payment Methods
  • Postal orders: Payable to "Pakistan High Commission London"
  • Bank drafts: Payable to "Pakistan High Commission London"
  • Cash: GBP only, exact amount preferred
  • Card payments: Debit/credit cards accepted at some counters

Pakistan Consulates in the UK

Consulate of Pakistan — Birmingham

Address: 190-192 Moseley Road, Birmingham B12 0BS

Phone: +44 121 440 5834

Serves: West Midlands, East Midlands, and surrounding areas

NADRA: NADRA counter available — appointment required

Getting there: Near Balsall Heath, south of Birmingham city centre. Accessible by bus from Birmingham New Street station.

Consulate of Pakistan — Manchester

Address: East Bridgeford House, 57 Great Bridgewater Street, Manchester M1 5ES

Phone: +44 161 236 4381

Serves: North West England, North East England

NADRA: NADRA counter available — appointment required

Getting there: Central Manchester, near Deansgate and Bridgewater Hall. Walking distance from Manchester Piccadilly and Oxford Road stations.

Consulate of Pakistan — Glasgow

Address: 23 Clifton Street, Glasgow G3 7LA

Phone: +44 141 221 7897

Serves: Scotland

Getting there: Central Glasgow, near Charing Cross station (Scotrail). Also accessible from Glasgow Queen Street and Central stations.

Consulate of Pakistan — Bradford

Address: 2 Clifton Villas, Manningham Lane, Bradford BD8 7DQ

Phone: +44 1274 770925

Serves: Yorkshire & Humber region

NADRA: NADRA counter available — appointment required

Getting there: Manningham area, north of Bradford city centre. Accessible by bus from Bradford Interchange.

Services Available

Passport Services

New passport, renewal, lost/damaged passport, MRP to e-passport conversion

NICOP & Citizenship

NICOP, POC, dual nationality certificate, citizenship renunciation

Visa Services

Visit, business, family, work, student, transit visa to Pakistan

Notarial Services

Document attestation, power of attorney, affidavits, MOFA attestation

Emergency Services

Emergency travel documents, arrest assistance, welfare, repatriation

NADRA Services

NADRA counters in London, Manchester, Birmingham & Bradford for NICOP and family registration

Frequently Asked Questions

The Pakistan High Commission is at 34-36 Lowndes Square, London SW1X 9JN, in the Knightsbridge area. The nearest Tube station is Knightsbridge (Piccadilly Line, Zone 1), about a 5-minute walk. The building is between Harrods department store and Hyde Park.

The High Commission is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Consular Section and NADRA counter operate 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM Monday to Friday. Closed on UK and Pakistani public holidays.

Yes. Most services require an appointment booked in advance, especially passport applications and NICOP/NADRA services. Walk-ins are generally not accepted. Book through the PHC London website or by calling +44 20 7664 9200. NADRA offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Bradford all require appointments.

Pakistan has four consulates in the UK: Birmingham (190-192 Moseley Road, B12 0BS — serves West & East Midlands), Manchester (57 Great Bridgewater Street, M1 5ES — serves North West & North East), Glasgow (23 Clifton Street, G3 7LA — serves Scotland), and Bradford (2 Clifton Villas, Manningham Lane, BD8 7DQ — serves Yorkshire & Humber).

To renew your Pakistani passport in the UK: (1) Book an appointment at the PHC London or your nearest consulate, (2) Complete the passport application form, (3) Bring your current passport, NICOP/CNIC, 2 passport photos, and fee payment, (4) Attend in person for biometric capture. Processing takes 4-8 weeks (normal) or 2-3 weeks (urgent). See our UK passport services guide for full details.

Because both Pakistan and the United Kingdom are Commonwealth member nations, the diplomatic mission is called a High Commission rather than an Embassy, and it is headed by a High Commissioner rather than an Ambassador. This is standard Commonwealth diplomatic practice and has no impact on the services provided.

Main: +44 20 7664 9200. Alt: +44 20 7664 9276. Email: phclondon@phclondon.org. Consulates: Birmingham +44 121 440 5834, Manchester +44 161 236 4381, Glasgow +44 141 221 7897, Bradford +44 1274 770925.

Last verified: April 2026. Information sourced from phclondon.org and official Pakistan mission websites. Contact your nearest mission to confirm current details before visiting.

Quick Info
  • Type: High Commission + 4 Consulates
  • Address: 34-36 Lowndes Square, London SW1X 9JN
  • Phone: +44 20 7664 9200
  • Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tube: Knightsbridge (Piccadilly Line)
  • Appointments: Required
  • NADRA: London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bradford
All Phone Numbers
  • London PHC: +44 20 7664 9200
  • Birmingham: +44 121 440 5834
  • Manchester: +44 161 236 4381
  • Glasgow: +44 141 221 7897
  • Bradford: +44 1274 770925
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