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FCDO travel advice: Gabon

If you are a British national in Gabon, read the latest updates on safety and security following the military takeover.

10 June 2024 — Press release

Change of British High Commissioner to Gabon: Simon Day

Mr Simon Day has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Gabonese Republic.

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• When someone dies in Gabon
  • 11 December 2025
  • Guidance
• UNOCA’s role in early warning, preventive diplomacy and regional coordination is more vital than ever: UK statement at the UN Security Council
  • 9 June 2025
  • Speech
• The UK will continue to support Chad’s political transition amidst the conflict in Sudan: UK statement at the UN Security Council
  • 13 December 2024
  • Speech

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The British High Commission in Gabon maintains and develops relations between the UK and Gabon.

The British High Commission in Gabon does not provide consular services.

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• UNOCA’s role in early warning, preventive diplomacy and regional coordination is more vital than ever: UK statement at the UN Security Council
  • 9 June 2025
  • Speech
• The UK will continue to support Chad’s political transition amidst the conflict in Sudan: UK statement at the UN Security Council
  • 13 December 2024
  • Speech
• Cameroon: UKVI changes suppliers for overseas visa application
  • 22 November 2024
  • World news story

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• When someone dies in Gabon
  • 11 December 2025
  • Guidance
• Political Vision: The 10 Point Plan for financing biodiversity
  • 28 December 2023
  • Policy paper
• Gabon: information for victims of rape and sexual assault
  • 6 December 2023
  • Guidance

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