About British Embassy Helsinki
Itäinen Puistotie 17
00140 Helsinki
Finland
Public access to embassies, high commissions and consulates is by appointment only
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To call us in an emergency or send us an online enquiry use our contact form: https://www.contact.service.csd.fcdo.gov.uk/home
Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm
Consular Section
Visits
By appointment only.
Visas
The British Embassy Helsinki does not process visa applications. More information on UK visas and the application procedure.
2026 public holidays
The embassy will be closed on the following days:
- Thursday 1 January
- Tuesday 6 January
- Friday 3 April
- Monday 6 April
- Friday 1 May
- Thursday 14 May
- Monday 25 May
- Friday 19 June
- Monday 31 August
- Monday 7 December
- Wednesday 23 December
- Thursday 24 December
- Friday 25 December
Getting to the embassy
Our office is located at Itäinen Puistotie 17 in the Kaivopuisto area of southern Helsinki. Find us on the map.
Taxis
Taxis in Helsinki are easy to find, but fares can vary. For practical advice, visit Helsinki’s official website.
Public transport
Kaivopuisto tram stop is served by tram line number 3.
For more information, visit the journey planner of the Helsinki Regional Transport Authority (HSL).