Overview
Grenada's embassy in London — officially designated as a High Commission under Commonwealth protocol — occupies The Chapel on Archel Road in West Kensington, serving as the principal diplomatic mission for the tri-island Caribbean state across the United Kingdom and much of Europe. As a Commonwealth nation — Grenada gained independence from Britain in 1974 — the relationship remains close, with the UK ranking among the top sources of tourists to Grenada's beaches and spice plantations. Direct flights connect London Gatwick to Maurice Bishop International Airport, and British visitors are drawn to Grand Anse Beach, the underwater sculpture park, Carnival in August, and Grenada's growing reputation as a sailing and yachting destination centered on Port Louis Marina. The High Commission also serves as the primary passport and visa authority for Grenadian nationals across Europe, including countries like Austria and Germany where Grenada maintains only honorary consulates without visa powers.