British High Commission Wellington 44 Hill Street, Thorndon, Wellington 6011

The British High Commission Wellington, located at 44 Hill Street, is an embassy and a prominent point of interest in New Zealand. Our institution plays a crucial role in maintaining and strengthening the relationship between the United Kingdom and New Zealand. With offices in both Wellington and Auckland, we work tirelessly to support various British interests in New Zealand.

One of our primary focuses is to enhance Britain's prosperity by promoting increased trade and investment in open markets. We strive to create opportunities for businesses to thrive and foster economic growth between the two nations. Additionally, we provide consular services to British nationals, addressing over 3,000 enquiries annually. Whether you are a resident or a visitor, we are here to assist you.

Our services extend beyond New Zealand, as we also cater to British nationals in the Cook Islands, Niue and Tokelau, Pitcairn Island, Tonga, and Samoa. Moreover, while in New Zealand, you have access to various UK government services through our institution.

If you are planning to travel within New Zealand, we highly recommend checking our New Zealand travel advice for important information and guidelines. In case of emergencies such as lost or stolen passports, damaged or expired passports, or any other urgent travel document requirements, we offer an efficient emergency travel document application process. For applicants under the age of 16, a parent or guardian can apply on their behalf.

If your travel is scheduled in more than three weeks, we advise checking if you can obtain a new or replacement passport in time. To determine your citizenship status, we have provided a handy online tool for your convenience.

Please note that certain services may incur fees, and you can find a comprehensive list of the services we provide on our website.

The British High Commission Wellington is conveniently located at 44 Hill Street, Thorndon, Wellington 6011, New Zealand. For your privacy and security, we kindly request that you refrain from sharing personal or financial information such as your National Insurance number or credit card details.

For more information and updates on UK and New Zealand news, please visit our dedicated page. We are committed to serving the British community and fostering strong ties between the UK and New Zealand.