Australian consular representation in Barbados
Australian Consulate in Bridgetown
Find current contact details, location, consular information and guidance for Australians seeking assistance from the Australian Consulate in Barbados.
Contact information
Contact the Australian Consulate in Barbados
Use the current official details below to contact Australia’s consular representative in Barbados.
Before visiting: contact the Australian Consulate before travelling to the office. Regular public counter hours are not published by DFAT for this honorary consular post.
Location
Where is the Australian Consulate in Barbados?
The Australian Consulate is located at The Edghill Building in Wildey Business Park, St Michael, Barbados.
Before travelling: contact the Consulate first to confirm that the assistance you require can be provided locally and to arrange your visit where necessary.
About the mission
About the Australian Consulate in Barbados
The Australian Consulate in Barbados provides local consular representation for Australia and a point of contact for Australians requiring consular assistance.
The post is headed by Australia’s Honorary Consul, Ms Joanna Edghill. Honorary consulates generally provide a more limited range of services than Australian embassies, high commissions and consulates-general.
Australia’s diplomatic representation for Barbados is managed by the Australian High Commission in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. The High Commission is accredited to Barbados and a number of other Caribbean countries.
Services for Australians
Consular services
The Australian Consulate in Barbados provides a local point of contact for Australians requiring consular assistance, subject to the functions available through an honorary consular post.
Consular assistance
Australians in Barbados who need consular assistance can contact the Consulate. The assistance the Australian Government can provide overseas is governed by the Consular Services Charter.
Australian passports
Passport services through honorary consulates can be limited. Contact the Consulate before visiting to confirm whether your passport matter can be handled locally or should be referred to the Australian High Commission.
Notarial services
Contact the Consulate before making arrangements for a notarial service. The range of notarial services available through an honorary consular post may differ from those provided by an Australian High Commission.
Visa and citizenship matters: Australian visa and citizenship matters are administered by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. The Australian High Commission in Port of Spain directs visa and immigration enquiries to Home Affairs.
Visitor arrangements
Contact the Consulate before visiting
Regular public counter hours and a general walk-in schedule are not published by DFAT for the Australian Consulate in Barbados.
Contact the Consulate by telephone or email before travelling to the office. Explain the assistance you require so the Honorary Consul can advise whether the matter can be handled locally and whether an appointment is necessary.
Prepare before travelling: ask which identification, original documents or other supporting material you should bring if an in-person visit is arranged.
Consular responsibility
Australian representation in Barbados
The Australian Consulate provides local honorary consular representation in Barbados, while Australia’s regional diplomatic representation is provided by the Australian High Commission in Trinidad and Tobago.
Barbados
The Honorary Consulate provides Australians in Barbados with a local point of contact for consular assistance and guidance.
Regional diplomatic representation
The Australian High Commission in Port of Spain is accredited to Barbados and is the Australian Government’s regional diplomatic mission responsible for the country.
Regional assistance: depending on the service required, the Consulate may refer Australians to the Australian High Commission in Port of Spain or another appropriate Australian Government service.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Australian Consulate
Confirm the service you require and the arrangements for receiving assistance before travelling to the Consulate.
Contact the Consulate first
Call or email before visiting. Honorary consulates do not necessarily maintain the same public counter arrangements as Australian embassies, high commissions and consulates-general.
Explain what you need
Tell the Consulate whether your enquiry concerns consular assistance, a passport matter, a notarial service or another issue so you can be directed appropriately.
Prepare your documents
If an in-person visit is arranged, bring the identification and original supporting documents requested for your particular matter.
Emergency assistance: Australians requiring urgent consular assistance can also contact the Australian High Commission in Port of Spain on +1 868 235 7950 or Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.
Frequently asked questions
Australian Consulate in Barbados
Does Australia have a Consulate in Barbados?
Yes. Australia maintains an honorary consular post in Barbados. DFAT lists it officially as the Australian Consulate in Barbados.
Who is the Australian Honorary Consul in Barbados?
DFAT currently lists Ms Joanna Edghill as Australia’s Honorary Consul in Barbados.
Where is the Australian Consulate in Barbados?
The Consulate is located at The Edghill Building, Wildey Business Park, St Michael, Barbados.
How can I contact the Australian Consulate in Barbados?
Call +1 246 230 9621 or email australianhcbarbados@gmail.com.
Do I need an appointment to visit the Consulate?
Contact the Consulate before visiting. Regular public counter hours and general walk-in arrangements are not published by DFAT for this honorary consular post.
Can the Australian Consulate help in a consular emergency?
The Consulate provides a local point of contact for consular assistance. Australians requiring urgent assistance can also contact the Australian High Commission in Port of Spain or Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre.
Can I apply for an Australian passport in Barbados?
Passport services available through honorary consulates can be limited. Contact the Consulate before visiting to establish whether your particular passport matter can be handled locally.
Does the Consulate provide notarial services?
Contact the Consulate before making arrangements for a notarial service. Availability should be confirmed directly because honorary consulates may provide a more limited range of services.
Does the Australian Consulate process visa applications?
Australian visa and citizenship matters are administered by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Visa and immigration enquiries should be directed to Home Affairs.
Which Australian diplomatic mission covers Barbados?
The Australian High Commission in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, is accredited to Barbados.