The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) leads the UK’s diplomatic, development and consular work around the world. FCDO’s overall aim is to position the UK as a responsible, reliable and effective international actor and partner, investing in the global relationships it needs for the long term.
Jump to downloadsIn 2024-25, FCDO spent a total of £12.5 billion against a budget of £12.9 billion. This covers both Official Development Assistance (ODA) and non-ODA spending. In 2024-25, FCDO spent £0.4 billion more than the previous year, an increase of 3%.
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- Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Overview 2024-25 (.pdf — 1,020 KB)
