This is where you’ll find information on all our key roles from supporting British nationals overseas to promoting British business to legalising documents.

Find out about the organisation and structure of the FCO.

Find out about the different jobs at the FCO and how to join us.

We do our work through a network of 261 embassies, high commissions and other diplomatic posts worldwide.

The FCO has come a long way since its beginnings in 1782. You can read about our history and check out every one of our former foreign secretaries.

We publish official publications every year, including annual reports and public consultations. We also have dedicated historians, researchers and librarians who publish their work.

We have knowledgeable experts who keep detailed, constantly updated profiles of every country worldwide.

Harnessing diversity locally; championing equality globally.