Help for British nationals

Information & services for British citizens

As a British resident or visitor to Japan, there may be times when you will need to use one of our Consular Services. Follow the links on the side menu for more information.

Passports

Everything you need to apply for a UK passport.

Japan travel advice

Latest travel advice for those travelling to Japan. Includes information on entry requirements, security, local laws and health.

Living in Japan

Check out the services and advice we can provide to British nationals visiting or living in Japan.

When things go wrong

Here you will find help and advice including: if you are a victim of a crime, you need to find a laywer, if you are arrested or detained, or seriously ill

How to stay safe abroad

Make sure your trip abroad is a safe one by following our advice.

Giving us feedback on our services

We welcome your views on the services we provide.

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Support for British Nationals

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British Embassy, Tokyo

Tel: +(81) (3) 5211 1100
Fax: +(81) (3) 5275 0346
E-mail: consular.tokyo@fco.gov.uk
Office opening hours:
Mon/Wed/Fri:0900-1300
Tue/Thu:0900-1200; 1400-1600
(please note: appointments required for all documentary and notarial services)

British Consulate-General, Osaka

Epson Osaka Building 19F, 3-5-1 Bakuro-machi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, 541-0059
Tel: (+81 (6) 6120 5600
Fax: (+81) (6) 6281 1731
E-mail: consular.osaka@fco.gov.uk
Office opening hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 17:00
(please note: appointments required for all documentary and notarial services)

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