Amnesty International Charity
Also known as: Amnesty International Charity Limited
promotion of human rights throughout the world, including by: monitoring abuses, assisting the victims of such abuses and eliminating infringements; research into human rights issues and providing technical advice; contributing to the sound administration of human rights law; raising awareness of, and promoting public support for, human rights issues; and international advocacy of human rights.
Activities & Mission
promotion of human rights throughout the world, including by: monitoring abuses, assisting the victims of such abuses and eliminating infringements; research into human rights issues and providing technical advice; contributing to the sound administration of human rights law; raising awareness of, and promoting public support for, human rights issues; and international advocacy of human rights.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 8% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 36% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £5,657,202 | £2,053,556 | £2,053,556 | £3,954,152 | £856,173 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,398,704 | £2,071,910 | £2,071,910 | £350,243 | £350,243 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £837,254 | £5,754,937 | £5,754,937 | £1,022,449 | £1,022,449 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £5,907,000 | £2,007,000 | £2,007,000 | £4,682,000 | £4,682,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,811,000 | £2,772,000 | £2,772,000 | £782,000 | £782,000 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Amnesty International Charity
What does Amnesty International Charity do?
promotion of human rights throughout the world, including by: monitoring abuses, assisting the victims of such abuses and eliminating infringements; research into human rights issues and providing technical advice; contributing to the sound administration of human rights law; raising awareness of, and promoting public support for, human rights issues; and international advocacy of human rights.
How much income did Amnesty International Charity report in 2025?
Amnesty International Charity reported total income of £5.66m and reported expenditure of £2.05m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Amnesty International Charity?
Amnesty International Charity has a program ratio of 36.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 8% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Amnesty International Charity registered as a charity?
Amnesty International Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 April 1986 as charity number 294230. It has been registered for 40 years.
Who runs Amnesty International Charity?
Amnesty International Charity is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Amnesty International Charity operate?
Amnesty International Charity operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Amnesty International Charity a registered charity?
Yes — Amnesty International Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 294230.
Details
PETER BENENSON HOUSE
1 EASTON STREET
LONDON
WC1X 0DW
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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