Latvian consular representation in New South Wales
Latvian Consulate in Sydney
Find current contact details, location information, appointment arrangements and consular guidance for the Consulate of Latvia in Sydney.
Contact information
Contact the Latvian Consulate in Sydney
Use the current official details below to contact the Consulate of Latvia in New South Wales.
Before visiting: the Consulate operates by appointment. Contact the Honorary Consul before travelling to confirm current visitor arrangements and whether your particular matter can be handled locally.
Location
Where is the Latvian Consulate in Sydney?
The Consulate of Latvia is located at 32 Parnell Street in Strathfield, in Sydney’s Inner West.
Contact before travelling: meetings are by appointment. Arrange your visit with the Consulate before going to the Strathfield address.
About the mission
About the Latvian Consulate in Sydney
The Latvian Consulate in Sydney provides honorary consular representation for the Republic of Latvia in New South Wales and within its wider officially assigned consular district.
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 Sydney representative as an Honorary Consul.
Mārtiņš Tuktēns is the Honorary Consul of Latvia. DFAT records his appointment from 17 January 2018.
The honorary Consulate forms part of Latvia’s representation in Australia alongside the Embassy of the Republic of Latvia in Canberra and other honorary consular posts around Australia.
Consular assistance
Consular services
The Sydney Consulate is an honorary post. Its functions are more limited than those of the Embassy of Latvia in Canberra.
Local assistance
Latvian citizens can contact the Honorary Consul for eligible local assistance and guidance within the Consulate’s area of responsibility.
Consular guidance
The honorary office can help identify the appropriate Latvian authority when an enquiry requires professional diplomatic or consular handling.
Local representation
The Honorary Consul represents Latvia locally within the scope of the honorary appointment and supports links between Latvia and Australia.
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 Sydney
DFAT lists the Sydney Consulate as operating by appointment.
Contact the Honorary Consulate before travelling to arrange a suitable time and confirm whether the office can assist with your particular enquiry.
The current official contact details are +61 413 001 995 and syd.lat.consul@gmail.com.
For services that require the Embassy or another Latvian authority, follow the current official procedure rather than travelling to the honorary Consulate without confirmation.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Latvian Consulate in Sydney
DFAT currently lists the Sydney Consulate’s jurisdiction as New South Wales, the Northern Territory and Queensland.
Latvia also maintains a separate honorary Consulate in Queensland. Residents should therefore check the current Latvian consular arrangements and contact the appropriate office for their location and required service.
Queensland: DFAT currently includes Queensland within the Sydney Consulate’s stated jurisdiction while also listing a separate Latvian Consulate in Queensland. Contact the relevant Latvian office before arranging a visit if you live in Queensland.
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 Strathfield.
Make an appointment
The Consulate operates by appointment. Contact the office before travelling.
Check the service
Formal passport, visa and other administrative procedures may need to be handled by the Embassy of Latvia in Canberra or another Latvian authority.
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 Sydney
Is there a Latvian Consulate in Sydney?
Yes. DFAT officially lists the Consulate of Latvia in New South Wales. It is an honorary consular post located in Strathfield.
Where is the Latvian Consulate in Sydney?
The Consulate is located at 32 Parnell Street, Strathfield, NSW 2135, Australia.
How can I contact the Latvian Consulate in Sydney?
The Consulate can be contacted on +61 413 001 995 or by email at syd.lat.consul@gmail.com.
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 Sydney?
Mr Mārtiņš Tuktēns is the Honorary Consul of Latvia. DFAT records his appointment from 17 January 2018.
Which areas does the Latvian Consulate in Sydney cover?
DFAT currently lists its jurisdiction as New South Wales, the Northern Territory and Queensland.
Does Latvia also have a Consulate in Queensland?
Yes. DFAT currently lists a separate Consulate of Latvia in Queensland. Queensland residents should confirm which office is appropriate for their particular enquiry before arranging a visit.
Can I apply for a Latvian passport at the Sydney 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 Sydney Consulate?
The honorary Consulate should not be assumed to process visa applications. Check the current official Latvian visa procedure before applying.
Is the Sydney office an honorary consulate?
Yes. DFAT designates the mission as the Consulate of Latvia and identifies Mr Mārtiņš Tuktēns as Honorary Consul.