Our embassy in Copenhagen

Welcome to the British Embassy in Copenhagen. Here you can read about what we do and how to contact us.

Nick Archer is Her Majesty's Ambassador to Denmark

The British Ambassador, Nick Archer, is responsible for the direction and work of the Embassy. His main job is to maintain and develop the strong relationship between the UK and Denmark. This involves working on a wide range of political, commercial, security and economic questions of interest to the UK and Denmark.

You can contact the Ambassador through his PA Jane Piper.

The Deputy-Head of Mission is Simon Wood.

Consular and Visa Sections

We provide consular services for British citizens in Denmark and visa services for people wishing to visit Britain. Contact the Consular section.

Contact the Visa Section - the Visa Section is open between 08.45 and 11.30 Monday to Friday. Please note; by appointment only.

Government and Public Affairs Section

We work with the Danes on a wide range of political issues. We are also working closely with the Danes on responding to the financial crisis, minimising the threat from terrorism, building a strong and stable EU and on creating peace and security in Afghanistan. We explain UK policies to the Danish government, NGOs and media. We also report Danish views and policies to our government back in the UK.

Press Office

Press Officer Lars Muller

Defence Section

We promote British defence interests in Denmark, including developing links between the British and Danish militaries. Read more about the Defence Section of the Embassy.

UK Trade & Investment (UKTI)

We are the commercial section. We deal with trade and investment issues including helping British companies do business in Denmark and Danish companies do business with Britain.

Contact UKTI

Corporate Services

We are responsible for the day-to-day running and service delivery within the Embassy.
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The Embassy also works closely with the British Council Denmark on educational and cultural issues and with VisitBritain who deal with tourist enquiries for the UK.