Vanuatu consular representation in Australia
Vanuatu Consulate-General in Sydney
Find current contact details, opening hours, location, jurisdiction and consular guidance for the Consulate-General of the Republic of Vanuatu in Sydney.
Contact information
Contact the Vanuatu Consulate-General in Sydney
Use the current official details below to contact the Consulate-General of the Republic of Vanuatu in Sydney.
Before visiting: contact the Consulate-General before travelling to confirm current visitor arrangements, the service you require and whether an appointment is necessary.
Location
Where is the Vanuatu Consulate-General in Sydney?
The Consulate-General of Vanuatu is located on Level 21 at 207 Kent Street in central Sydney.
Plan your visit: check current visitor and appointment arrangements before travelling to the Consulate-General, even during published business hours.
About the mission
About the Vanuatu Consulate-General in Sydney
The Consulate-General of the Republic of Vanuatu in Sydney is Vanuatu’s professional consular mission in New South Wales.
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade lists the mission’s jurisdiction as New South Wales.
The mission is headed by Mr Donald Pelam, Consul-General of Vanuatu. DFAT records his appointment from 25 May 2023.
The Sydney Consulate-General forms part of Vanuatu’s official overseas diplomatic and consular network. Vanuatu also maintains a High Commission in Canberra, which is the country’s principal diplomatic mission in Australia.
Consular assistance
Consular services
The Consulate-General provides consular representation and assistance within its authorised functions. Requirements vary according to the service requested.
Assistance for Vanuatu citizens
Vanuatu citizens in New South Wales can contact the Consulate-General for consular guidance and assistance with eligible matters.
Consular enquiries
The mission can provide information about eligible consular procedures and advise applicants on the appropriate authority for their particular request.
Referral and guidance
Where a particular service is handled by the Vanuatu High Commission in Canberra or another Vanuatu government authority, the Consulate-General can provide guidance on the appropriate next step.
Check your service first: Vanuatu’s High Commission in Canberra also provides immigration and consular services. Contact the Sydney Consulate-General before visiting to confirm where your particular procedure should be handled.
Visitor arrangements
Appointments at the Vanuatu Consulate-General in Sydney
DFAT currently publishes business hours of 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Published business hours do not necessarily mean that every consular procedure is available on a walk-in basis. Contact the Consulate-General before visiting to confirm whether an appointment is required for your particular service.
If your enquiry concerns a service administered by the Vanuatu High Commission in Canberra or another government authority, confirm the correct processing office before travelling.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Vanuatu Consulate-General in Sydney
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade lists the Sydney Consulate-General’s jurisdiction as New South Wales.
Vanuatu’s wider representation in Australia also includes its High Commission in Canberra. Residents outside New South Wales should check which Vanuatu mission or government authority is responsible for their particular consular matter.
Outside New South Wales: contact the Vanuatu High Commission in Canberra or check current official Vanuatu government guidance to determine where your consular procedure should be handled.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Vanuatu Consulate-General
Confirm the service you require and current visitor arrangements before travelling to the Sydney office.
Confirm the service
Contact the Consulate-General or consult current official Vanuatu government information to confirm that your procedure can be handled in Sydney.
Check appointment requirements
Confirm whether an appointment is required before travelling, as individual consular procedures may operate under different arrangements.
Prepare your documents
Bring the identification, application forms and supporting documents required for your particular procedure after checking the current official requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Vanuatu Consulate-General in Sydney
Does Vanuatu have a Consulate-General in Sydney?
Yes. Vanuatu maintains a professional Consulate-General at Level 21, 207 Kent Street in Sydney.
Where is the Vanuatu Consulate-General in Sydney?
The Consulate-General is located at Level 21, 207 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia.
What are the opening hours?
DFAT currently lists business hours as 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Contact the Consulate-General before visiting to confirm current visitor and appointment arrangements.
Who is the Consul-General of Vanuatu in Sydney?
Mr Donald Pelam is the Consul-General of Vanuatu. DFAT records his appointment from 25 May 2023.
Which area does the Sydney Consulate-General cover?
DFAT lists the mission’s jurisdiction as New South Wales.
Can Vanuatu citizens obtain consular assistance in Sydney?
Yes. The Consulate-General provides consular representation and guidance for Vanuatu citizens within its authorised functions.
Can I apply for a Vanuatu passport in Sydney?
Contact the Consulate-General before applying to confirm whether your passport procedure can be completed in Sydney. Vanuatu’s High Commission in Canberra also provides consular services and publishes official passport application information.
Does the Sydney Consulate-General handle Vanuatu visas?
Contact the Consulate-General before applying to confirm where your particular visa procedure should be handled. The Vanuatu High Commission in Canberra publishes official immigration and visa information for applicants in Australia.
Does Vanuatu also have a High Commission in Australia?
Yes. The High Commission of the Republic of Vanuatu is located in Canberra and serves as Vanuatu’s principal diplomatic mission in Australia.