Family and legal matters
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.