Latvian consular representation in Victoria
Latvian Consulate in Melbourne
Find current contact details, location information, appointment arrangements and consular guidance for the Consulate of Latvia in Melbourne.
Contact information
Contact the Latvian Consulate in Melbourne
Use the current official details below to contact the Consulate of Latvia in Victoria.
Before visiting: the Consulate operates by appointment. Contact the Honorary Consul before travelling to confirm visitor arrangements and whether your particular matter can be handled locally.
Location
Where is the Latvian Consulate in Melbourne?
The Consulate of Latvia is located at 3/30 Lansell Road in Toorak, Victoria.
Contact before travelling: meetings are by appointment. Arrange your visit with the Consulate before going to the Toorak address.
About the mission
About the Latvian Consulate in Melbourne
The Latvian Consulate in Melbourne provides honorary consular representation for the Republic of Latvia in Victoria and the Australian External Territories.
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade officially designates the post as the Consulate of Latvia. Latvia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs identifies the Melbourne representative as an Honorary Consul.
Jānis Roberts Dēliņš is the Honorary Consul of Latvia in Melbourne. DFAT records his appointment from 27 August 2004.
The Melbourne Consulate forms part of Latvia’s diplomatic and consular network in Australia alongside the Embassy of the Republic of Latvia in Canberra and honorary consular posts in other Australian states.
Consular assistance
Consular services
The Melbourne Consulate is an honorary post. Its functions are more limited than those of the Embassy of Latvia in Canberra.
Local assistance
Latvian citizens in Victoria can contact the Honorary Consul for eligible local assistance and guidance.
Consular guidance
The honorary office can help direct enquiries to the Embassy of Latvia or another appropriate Latvian authority when professional consular handling is required.
Local representation
The Honorary Consul represents Latvia locally within the scope of the honorary appointment and supports links between Latvia and Victoria.
Formal applications: do not assume that passport, visa, citizenship, civil-status or other formal consular applications can be completed at the honorary Consulate. Check the current instructions of the Embassy of Latvia in Canberra before applying.
Visitor arrangements
Appointments at the Latvian Consulate in Melbourne
DFAT lists the Melbourne Consulate as operating by appointment.
Contact the Honorary Consulate before travelling to arrange a suitable time and confirm whether your particular enquiry can be handled by the Melbourne office.
The current official contact details are +61 3 9824 0707, +61 403 892 071 and latcon@ozemail.com.au.
For services requiring a professional diplomatic or consular authority, check the current procedure with the Embassy of Latvia in Canberra.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Latvian Consulate in Melbourne
DFAT lists the Consulate’s jurisdiction as Victoria and the Australian External Territories.
Residents of Victoria can contact the Melbourne honorary Consulate for appropriate local assistance and guidance.
Formal passport, visa and other administrative matters may need to be handled by the Embassy of Latvia in Canberra or another competent Latvian authority.
Outside Victoria: Latvia maintains other honorary consular posts around Australia. Check the office responsible for your location before arranging a visit.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Latvian Consulate
Confirm your appointment and make sure the honorary office can assist with your particular matter before travelling to Toorak.
Make an appointment
The Consulate operates by appointment. Contact the office before travelling.
Check the service
Passport, visa and other formal administrative procedures may need to be handled by the Embassy of Latvia in Canberra.
Prepare your information
Have your identification and relevant details available when contacting the Consulate so the Honorary Consul can advise you appropriately.
Frequently asked questions
Latvian Consulate in Melbourne
Is there a Latvian Consulate in Melbourne?
Yes. DFAT officially lists the Consulate of Latvia in Victoria. It is an honorary consular post located in Toorak.
Where is the Latvian Consulate in Melbourne?
The Consulate is located at 3/30 Lansell Road, Toorak, VIC 3142, Australia.
How can I contact the Latvian Consulate in Melbourne?
The Consulate can be contacted on +61 3 9824 0707 or +61 403 892 071. The official email address is latcon@ozemail.com.au.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes. DFAT lists the Consulate as operating by appointment. Contact the office before visiting.
Who is the Honorary Consul of Latvia in Melbourne?
Mr Jānis Roberts Dēliņš is the Honorary Consul of Latvia. DFAT records his appointment from 27 August 2004.
Which areas does the Latvian Consulate in Melbourne cover?
DFAT lists its jurisdiction as Victoria and the Australian External Territories.
Can I apply for a Latvian passport at the Melbourne Consulate?
Do not assume that passport applications are processed by the honorary Consulate. Check the current passport procedure with the Embassy of Latvia in Canberra before applying.
Can I apply for a Latvian visa at the Melbourne Consulate?
The honorary Consulate should not be assumed to process visa applications. Check the current official Latvian visa procedure before applying.
Is the Melbourne office an honorary consulate?
Yes. DFAT designates the mission as the Consulate of Latvia and identifies Mr Jānis Roberts Dēliņš as Honorary Consul.
Does Latvia have an Embassy in Australia?
Yes. The Embassy of the Republic of Latvia is located in Canberra.