Guidance

Lesotho: legal and prison systems

Information on legal and detention systems, in Lesotho, for British nationals abroad.

• From: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
• Published: 30 August 2017
• Last updated: 24 July 2023 — See all updates

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Information pack for British nationals arrested or detained in Lesotho

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This guidance explains how to:

• arrange visits
• send money to a prisoner

This information is not meant to be definitive, and is not a substitute for independent legal advice. Neither His Majesty’s Government nor its staff take any responsibility for the accuracy of the information, nor accept liability for any loss, costs, damage, or expense that you might suffer as a result of relying on the information. The information contained in this guide is general and factual. You should contact local lawyers for independent legal advice.

Published 30 August 2017
Last updated 24 July 2023 + show all updates

1. 24 July 2023

   The guidance has been reviewed and is up to date. Changes made to the structure and layout of the document.

2. 24 January 2022

   This guide has been updated to reflect the most up to date information on the legal and prison system in Lesotho.

3. 30 April 2019

   updated 'useful links'

4. 30 August 2017

   First published.