International offices: guide
A guide to the work of our nine international offices who work to promote Scottish interests overseas and strengthen our relationships with countries and continents.
USA
Based in the British Embassy in Washington, DC, Scottish Government USA was established in 2001 and promotes Scotland’s interests through political, cultural and economic diplomacy.
The USA is Scotland’s single most important overseas trade and investment partner and we work closely with our partners in Scottish Development International (SDI) throughout the year. Our office comprises two Scottish civil servants, and two country-based staff. SDI currently employs 29 staff in North America covering a range of trade and investment priorities, with offices located in Chicago, Houston, Boston and San Jose.
The office works on:
- building government to government relationships at all levels
- supporting cultural relationships and exchange opportunities
- working with Scotland’s higher education institutions to showcase excellence in the sector
- working with Scottish Development International to support the implementation of the US aspects of the Export Growth Strategy and positioning Scotland as a leading business location and trade partner
- promoting Scotland’s reputation by deepening links with the USA-Scottish diaspora and delivering on commitments in the Scottish Connections Framework
We will foster relationships with a range of political, cultural and economic stakeholders working with partners both in Scotland and the US to develop mutually beneficial partnerships.
Contact
Head of USA office: Colin Gray
Email: Scottish.GovernmentUSA@fcdo.gov.uk
Twitter/X: @ScotGovUSA
LinkedIn: ScotGovInTheUSA
Instagram: @ScotGovUSA
Post:
Scottish Government Washington DC Office
British Embassy
3100 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington
DC 20008
United States
Contact
Email: Central Enquiries Unit ceu@gov.scot
Telephone: 0300 244 4000
Post:
International Division
Scottish Government
2G North
Victoria Quay
Leith
Edinburgh
EH6 6QQ