Is the British embassy in Afghanistan open?

Is the British embassy in Afghanistan open?

The British Embassy in Kabul has suspended in-country operations: all UK diplomatic and consular staff have been temporarily withdrawn from Afghanistan. We continue to provide only limited consular assistance remotely.

Can you travel to Afghanistan now?

Afghanistan – Level 4: Do Not Travel. Do not travel to Afghanistan due to civil unrest, armed conflict, crime, terrorism, kidnapping, and COVID-19.

Who can come to UK from Afghanistan?

Some Afghan civilians (and family members) previously employed by the British government who fear reprisals from the Taliban are eligible for relocation in the UK. There are two schemes currently in use: The ex-gratia redundancy and resettlement scheme, which will run until November 2022.

How can I help the UK in Afghanistan?

Support for people newly arrived from Afghanistan You can contact the Home Office for information about the support available to you under ARAP, the Afghan Relocation Scheme. From the UK, please phone 02475 389980. From another country, please phone +44 2475 389980.

Has the British Embassy in Kabul closed?

Following the start of the 2021 withdrawal of foreign troops from Afghanistan there has been speculation that the embassy might close….Embassy of the United Kingdom, Kabul.

How do I contact the UK embassy in Kabul?

United Kingdom Embassy in Kabul

1. Address. 15th Street, Roundabout Wazir Akbar Khan. P.O. Box 334. Kabul.
2. Phone. +93-70-102000.
3. Fax. +93-70-102250.
4. Email. [email protected] [email protected]

Is Afghanistan open for tourists?

It’s official, Afghanistan is back open to tourists! Almost all embassies/consulates are now issuing tourist visas to those wishing to travel to Afghanistan. Within Afghanistan, there are essentially no COVID-19 restrictions. The only place we’ve heard that is asking patrons to wear a mask is at the Kabul Museum.

Is the Kabul airport open?

Kabul Airport is fully open and has been repaired with help from Qatari and Turkish technical teams, according to CNBC, though flight prices are reportedly higher than normal.

Can I help Afghan refugees in UK?

You can use the government’s “help refugees” website to find out targeted ways you can help, meanwhile ITV has listed the local councils that are pledging to accommodate Afghan refugees. If you live in London, there are multiple community groups and charities that work to support newly arrived refugees in each borough.

How do I contact the British embassy in Kabul?

Is there still an embassy in Kabul?

On 15 August 2021, in the face of a Taliban advance on Kabul, embassy staff started to be relocated to makeshift but secure facilities at Hamid Karzai International Airport. The chancery building officially closed late 15 August….