Greek consular representation in Sydney
Greek Consulate General in Sydney
Find current contact details, location information, consular services, appointments and jurisdiction for the Consulate General of Greece in Sydney.
Contact information
Contact the Greek Consulate General in Sydney
Use the current official details below to contact the Consulate General of Greece in Sydney.
Before visiting: many Greek consular procedures require an appointment. Check the requirements for your particular service before travelling to the Consulate General.
Location
Where is the Greek Consulate General in Sydney?
The Consulate General of Greece is located at Level 2, 219–223 Castlereagh Street in central Sydney.
Plan your visit: check the official Greek consular information for your particular procedure before travelling, including whether an in-person appointment is required.
About the mission
About the Greek Consulate General in Sydney
The Consulate General of Greece in Sydney is a professional Greek consular mission providing consular services and assistance in Australia.
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade officially lists the mission as the Consulate-General of Greece. The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs also maintains a dedicated Consulate General in Sydney.
The mission is headed by Georgios Skemperis, Consul-General of Greece.
The Consulate General also works alongside other Greek diplomatic and consular offices in Australia, including the Embassy of Greece and its Consular Office in Canberra and Greek consular missions in Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth.
Consular assistance
Consular services
The Sydney Consulate General provides a broad range of services for Greek citizens and other eligible applicants.
Passports
Greek consular authorities in Australia receive passport applications, supporting documents and biometric information. Passport applications require an in-person appointment.
Visas
The Consulate General processes eligible visa applications for travel to Greece. Applicants should check the applicable jurisdiction and current documentation requirements before applying.
Citizen services
Consular services include matters relating to Greek citizenship, civil status and registration, military matters and other services for Greek citizens abroad.
Powers of attorney
The Consulate General provides notarial services including powers of attorney, subject to the applicable Greek requirements and prior appointment.
Signature verification
Verification of a private individual’s signature is among the services that continue to require an in-person appointment.
Digital consular services
Some services for Greek citizens are also available through Greece’s digital consular platforms, including MyConsulLive and e-proxeneio.
Service requirements vary: check the official Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs instructions for your particular procedure before preparing documents or making travel arrangements.
Visitor arrangements
Appointments at the Greek Consulate General in Sydney
Several important consular procedures require an in-person appointment. The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs specifically lists passport applications, visa applications, vital records and Greek citizenship matters, registration of deaths, notarial acts such as powers of attorney, and verification of signatures among the services requiring in-person appointments.
Some other services may be available remotely through Greece’s digital consular services. Check the instructions for the specific procedure you require before booking.
For general enquiries, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists the Sydney Consulate General at grgencon.sid@mfa.gr and +61 2 9284 5500.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Greek Consulate General in Sydney
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade lists the general jurisdiction of the Consulate General in Sydney as New South Wales, except Newcastle and Maitland.
Newcastle and Maitland are served by a separate Greek honorary consular post located in East Maitland.
Visa jurisdiction: Greece’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs separately lists the Sydney Consulate General as responsible for New South Wales and Queensland for visa applications. Applicants should therefore use the jurisdiction published for the specific consular service they require.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Greek Consulate General
Check the requirements for your particular procedure, determine whether an appointment is required and prepare the necessary documentation before travelling to Castlereagh Street.
Check your service
Determine whether your procedure requires an in-person appointment or can be completed through one of Greece’s digital consular services.
Confirm jurisdiction
Jurisdiction can depend on the service. In particular, visa jurisdiction differs from the general territorial jurisdiction published by DFAT.
Prepare your documents
Review the official requirements and bring all identification, supporting documents, originals, copies and other material required for your appointment.
Frequently asked questions
Greek Consulate General in Sydney
Is there a Greek Consulate General in Sydney?
Yes. The Consulate General of Greece in Sydney is an official professional Greek consular mission.
Where is the Greek Consulate General in Sydney?
The Consulate General is located at Level 2, 219–223 Castlereagh Street, Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia.
How can I contact the Greek Consulate General in Sydney?
The main telephone number is +61 2 9284 5500 and the general email address is grgencon.sid@mfa.gr.
What are the business hours?
DFAT currently lists business hours from Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Check appointment requirements for the specific service you need before visiting.
Who is the Consul-General of Greece in Sydney?
Georgios Skemperis is the Consul-General of Greece in Sydney.
Can I apply for a Greek passport in Sydney?
Yes. Greek consular authorities in Australia receive passport applications and biometric information. Passport applications require an in-person appointment.
Does the Sydney Consulate General process Greek visas?
Yes. Greece lists the Sydney Consulate General as a visa authority for applicants within its applicable visa jurisdiction. Check the current visa requirements and appointment arrangements before applying.
Which areas does the Greek Consulate General in Sydney cover?
DFAT lists its general jurisdiction as New South Wales except Newcastle and Maitland. For visa matters, the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists New South Wales and Queensland under the Sydney Consulate General.
Is there a separate Greek consular post for Newcastle?
Yes. Newcastle and Maitland are served by a separate Greek honorary consular post in East Maitland.