Dominican consular representation in Victoria
Dominican Republic Consulate in Melbourne
Find current contact details, location information, appointment arrangements, jurisdiction and official resources for the Consulate of the Dominican Republic in Victoria.
Contact information
Contact the Dominican Republic Consulate in Melbourne
Use the current official details below to contact the honorary consular post of the Dominican Republic serving Victoria.
Appointments required: DFAT lists the Consulate as receiving visitors during its published hours by appointment. Contact the Honorary Consulate before travelling.
Location
Where is the Dominican Republic Consulate in Melbourne?
The honorary consular post is located at 115 Fulton Road in Blackburn South, Victoria. The Dominican Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists the post under Melbourne, Australia.
Before visiting: contact the Consulate in advance to arrange an appointment and confirm the service you require.
About the mission
About the Dominican Republic Consulate in Melbourne
The Consulate of the Dominican Republic in Victoria is an honorary consular post representing the Dominican Republic in the state of Victoria.
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade officially classifies the post as a Consulate. The Dominican Ministry of Foreign Affairs describes it as the Honorary Consulate of the Dominican Republic in Melbourne.
The post is headed by Karem Livia Esqueda de Karpyn, Honorary Consul of the Dominican Republic, who took up the position on 18 August 2025.
The Dominican Republic does not maintain a resident embassy in Canberra. Its Ambassador accredited to Australia is based at the Embassy of the Dominican Republic in Tokyo, Japan.
Consular assistance
Consular services
The Melbourne-area office is an honorary consulate and provides selected local consular assistance within the functions authorised for the post.
Consular guidance
Contact the Honorary Consulate for guidance on Dominican consular matters and to determine which authority is responsible for the procedure you require.
Assistance for Dominican citizens
Dominican citizens in Victoria can contact the Honorary Consul for local consular guidance and assistance within the functions of the honorary post.
Document enquiries
Contact the Consulate before submitting or presenting documents to confirm whether your particular procedure can be handled locally and which supporting documents are required.
Limited services: an honorary consulate does not necessarily provide the full range of passport, visa, civil registry and document services available through a professional Dominican diplomatic or consular mission. Confirm the appropriate procedure before visiting.
Visitor arrangements
Appointments at the Dominican Republic Consulate in Melbourne
DFAT currently lists visitor hours of 7:30 am to 9:00 am and 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm, by appointment.
Contact the Honorary Consulate before travelling to arrange your appointment and explain the service or assistance you require.
Because this is an honorary consular post, confirm in advance whether your procedure can be completed locally or needs to be handled by another Dominican authority.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Dominican Republic Consulate
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade lists the official jurisdiction of the Consulate as Victoria.
Residents outside Victoria should check the current official arrangements before contacting or travelling to the Melbourne-area honorary consular post.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Dominican Republic Consulate
Arrange an appointment and confirm that the honorary consulate can provide the service you require before travelling to Blackburn South.
Arrange an appointment
The Consulate receives visitors by appointment during its published morning and evening hours. Contact the office before travelling.
Check the service
Honorary consulates provide selected services. Confirm whether your particular procedure can be completed through the Victoria post.
Prepare your documents
Ask which identification, forms, original documents and supporting material you should bring to your appointment.
Frequently asked questions
Dominican Republic Consulate in Melbourne
Is there a Dominican Republic Consulate in Melbourne?
Yes. The Dominican Republic maintains an honorary consular post serving Victoria. The Dominican Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists it under Melbourne, while its current address is in Blackburn South.
Where is the Dominican Republic Consulate in Melbourne?
The Consulate is located at 115 Fulton Road, Blackburn South, VIC 3130, Australia.
How can I contact the Consulate?
The current mobile telephone number is +61 425 665 010. The Dominican Ministry of Foreign Affairs publishes the email address karem.esqueda.do@gmail.com.
Who is the Honorary Consul of the Dominican Republic in Victoria?
Karem Livia Esqueda de Karpyn is the Honorary Consul of the Dominican Republic. She took up the position in August 2025.
Which area does the Consulate cover?
DFAT lists the Consulate’s official jurisdiction as Victoria.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes. DFAT currently lists visitor hours of 7:30 am to 9:00 am and 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm by appointment.
Does the Dominican Republic have an embassy in Canberra?
The Dominican Republic does not currently maintain a resident embassy in Canberra. Its Ambassador accredited to Australia is based at the Dominican Embassy in Tokyo.
Does the honorary consulate provide all Dominican consular services?
Not necessarily. Contact the Consulate before visiting to confirm whether your particular passport, document, civil registry, visa or other consular procedure can be handled locally.