Embassies in Lesotho
Foreign embassies and consulates in Lesotho, plus Lesotho's own diplomatic missions abroad — with contact details, office hours and visa guidance for each.
Lesotho at a glance
Diplomatic Overview
Lesotho hosts 8 foreign embassies and diplomatic missions, most of them in Maseru, representing countries from 4 continents. Lesotho also maintains 20 embassies and consulates in 16 countries worldwide, spanning 4 continents.
Foreign Embassies in Lesotho
8 diplomatic missions located in Lesotho, most in Maseru. Click any country to find the address, phone number, and visa services.
Lesotho Embassies & Consulates Abroad
Lesotho operates 20 diplomatic missions in 16 countries across 4 continents. Click any country to find the address, phone number, and services offered.
Lesotho Embassy in Brussels Belgium Lesotho Embassy in Beijing China Lesotho Embassy in Copenhagen Denmark Lesotho Embassy in Cairo Egypt Lesotho Embassy in Addis Ababa Ethiopia Lesotho Embassy in Berlin Germany Lesotho Honorary Consulate in Hyderabad India Lesotho Honorary Consulate in Mumbai India Lesotho High Commission in New Delhi India Lesotho Embassy in Dublin Ireland Lesotho Embassy in Rome Italy Lesotho Embassy in Tokyo Japan Lesotho Embassy in Kuwait City Kuwait Lesotho Embassy in Tripoli Libya Lesotho Consulate General in Durban South Africa Lesotho Consulate in Johannesburg South Africa Lesotho Consulate in Welkom South Africa Lesotho Embassy in Geneva Switzerland Lesotho High Commission in London United Kingdom Lesotho Embassy in Washington United States Visiting Lesotho — visa basics
Short visits
Entry rules for Lesotho depend on your nationality — many travelers need a visa or electronic authorization, while some enter visa-free for short stays. Check with the nearest Lesotho mission listed above.
Applying for a visa
Applications are handled by Lesotho's embassies and consulates abroad, or through authorized visa centers. Book an appointment and confirm required documents before you apply.
Longer stays & work
Work, study and family visas usually require sponsorship or admission first and take longer to process. Start with the official immigration portal of Lesotho.
Always confirm current requirements with the nearest Lesotho embassy before travel. (Replace this section with your hand-written visa guide for Lesotho.)
Frequently asked questions
How many embassies are there in Lesotho?
Lesotho hosts 8 foreign diplomatic missions — embassies, consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates. The full list above is searchable by country.
Where are most embassies located in Lesotho?
Most missions are concentrated in Maseru (7 missions), typically near government ministries and the diplomatic quarter.
Does Lesotho have embassies in other countries?
Yes — Lesotho operates 20 diplomatic missions abroad, each listed above with full contact details.
How do I contact my country's embassy in Lesotho?
Select your country from the list above to open its embassy page, where you'll find phone, email, address, a map and current office hours. For emergencies, use the 24-hour consular line on the official website.