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London 20:59, 16 May 2012
   

Location and access

British Embassy, Athens, Greece

Getting to the embassy

By underground

Take the Egaleo-Airport metro line to Evangelismos station. Cross Vas. Sofias Avenue at the Rizari Street traffic lights.

By public transport - bus, trolley bus

There are lots of options available to you.  The bus stop again is Evangelismos.


By car

Please note that it is not possible to reach the embassy entrance by car or to park in the area immediately around the Embassy.  Several parking facilities are available close-by.

Security

 

Visitors to the Embassy should, where possible, make an appointment in advance. If you would like information on a particular subject or require contact with one of our staff members, please call the Embassy switchboard to make the necessary arrangements.

For security reasons, please be aware that photo ID will be required. Additionally, if your visit requires entry into the Embassy beyond the lobby, mobile telephones and all other electronic devices must be switched off and left with the Front Desk and your photo ID will be exchanged for a Visitors Pass. They will be returned to you when you leave.

Disabled access

We are keen to ensure that our buildings and services are fully accessible to disabled members of the public.

Office holidays

The British Embassy in Athens and the British Consulates will be closed on the following public holidays

Office working hours and contact details

Office working hours and contact details

   

In case of after hours emergencies

Please call the switchboard and listen to instructions on how to get in touch with our Consular Assistance team in London.  The team only handles emergencies involving British citizens abroad.  Example of emergencies include the hospitalisation, detention or death of a British national overseas.