British Ambassador to Côte d'Ivoire

John Marshall

Biography

John Marshall is His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire and Ambassador-designate (non-resident) to the Republic of Togo. He took up his appointment in June 2025.

Prior to this, he was Ambassador to the Republic of Guinea (2023-2025), and to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (2016-21). He was also Ambassador to Senegal and non-resident Ambassador to Cabo Verde and Guinea-Bissau from May 2011 to July 2015.

John Marshall joined the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in 1988. He has also previously served in Tokyo, Kuala Lumpur and Addis Ababa.

British Ambassador to Côte d'Ivoire

The Ambassador represents His Majesty The King and the UK government in the country to which they are appointed. They are responsible for the direction and work of the embassy, including political work, trade and investment, press and cultural relations, and visa and consular services.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Previous roles in government

  • British Ambassador to Guinea
  • British Ambassador to Luxembourg
  • British Ambassador to Senegal