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Zimbabwe Embassy in London — Services and Contact

Last updated 27 February 2026

General information only, not legal advice. Rules and requirements change; check the relevant official source before acting.
The Embassy of the Republic of Zimbabwe in London handles consular services for Zimbabweans living in the United Kingdom. Address: Zimbabwe House, 429 Strand, London WC2R 0JR Telephone: +44 (0)20 7836 7755 Email: zimlon@zimlondon.gov.zw Website: zimlondon.gov.zw Services provided: - Passport applications and renewals - Emergency travel documents - Notarisation and authentication of documents - Birth, death, and marriage registrations - Citizenship registration for children born in the UK to Zimbabwean parents - Visa services for non-Zimbabweans travelling to Zimbabwe - Consular assistance for Zimbabweans in distress Passport renewal: - The Zimbabwe Embassy processes passport renewals for Zimbabweans in the UK - Processing times can vary significantly — plan well ahead (allow several months) - You will need your current passport, completed application form, passport photos, and applicable fees - Emergency travel documents can be issued for urgent travel Document notarisation: - Required for diaspora bank account opening in Zimbabwe - Required for property transactions in Zimbabwe - The Embassy can notarise documents as an alternative to a Zimbabwean lawyer Tip: The Embassy can get very busy. Try to arrive early and bring all required documents to avoid multiple visits.