The original embassy was built in 1962, to the designs of Eric Bedford, Chief Architect at the Ministry of Public Building and Works.

[4] In 2004, the Islam Defenders Front (FPI) knocked down the building's gate and pelted it with rotten eggs.

[5] The British government installed roadblocks at its two main access points, a move that was met with contempt from local residents.

Patra Kuningan Raya, South Jakarta in 2013 and was officially opened by Prince Andrew, Duke of York.

Outside Jakarta, there is also a British Honorary Consulate in Bali providing limited consular assistance.