About the FCO
What are the FCO's objectives and how do we achieve them. Could a career in the FCO be for you?
What we do
This is where you’ll find information on all our key roles from supporting British nationals overseas to promoting British business to legalising documents.
Our embassies and other posts
We do our work through a network of 261 embassies, high commissions and other diplomatic posts worldwide.
Our history and buildings
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.
Publications and documents
We publish official publications every year, including annual reports and public consultations. We also have dedicated historians, researchers and librarians who publish their work.
Country profiles
We have knowledgeable experts who keep detailed, constantly updated profiles of every country worldwide.
