Welcome from the British High Commissioner
Welcome to the official website of the British Government in Canada where you can find information about all aspects of the UK, as well as practical information about visas and passports.
UK Science and Innovation
The United Kingdom government has made science and innovation one of its top priorities. UK scientists are at the forefront of innovative research from stem cells to nanotubes, renewable energy to grid and wireless technologies.
Climate Security
The changing climate is a mounting threat to international prosperity, development, peace and security. The UK is leading efforts to tackle it.
UK in Canada
The British High Commission's mission
- developing and maintaining a wide range of substantive partnerships with Canada of real value to both countries;
- developing business between the UK and Canada, and encouraging Canadian companies to invest in the UK;
- providing effective and courteous public services.
Important information for British nationals visiting the USA
British passport holders who want to enter the USA by air or sea under the US Visa Waiver Program after 12 January 2009 must register with the US Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) prior to travelling. For information about ESTA see FCO Travel Advice for the USA.
UK passport applications
Foreign and Commonwealth Office has decided to centralise the production of all British passports in the Americas at the British Embassy in Washington DC
New UK Visas for skilled and temporary workers
The UK government announced the go-live date for new visa categories for skilled and temporary workers under its points based system (PBS).
Thinking of working or studying in the UK?
The UK is an attractive destination for work, studies or just a good holiday. The UK’s vibrant economy and society has attracted workers, students and migrants from around the world for generations, and we are keen to be the destination of choice for Canadians, skilled workers, young people seeking new experiences and students.
There are a number of visa categories that allow you to work or study in the UK. Although Canadian nationals are entitled to visit the UK, and to study there for short periods, without a visa, most people who want to
work
or
study
in the UK will require a visa of some kind.
LATEST NEWS
Alex Budden - the new Consul General in Vancouver
9 January 2009
Alex joined the Foreign & Commonwealth Office as a member of the Diplomatic Service in August 1991.
UK Defence Ministry publishes its first climate strategy
9 January 2009
The strategy is one of three launched by the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) to confirm the importance of sustainable development to defence.
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Canada, Ottawa, British High Commission
British High Commission, Ottawa, Canada
British High Commission
80 Elgin Street
Ottawa K1P 5K7
Ottawa
Telephone:
(1) (613) 237 1530
Fax:
(1) (613) 237 7980
Switchboard hours:
8:30am - 5:00pm
Passport hours:
9:00am - 12:00nn
After hours consular emergency line (this service cannot answer questions about visa or passport matters): (1) 613 239 4288
