New Zealand consular representation in Sydney
New Zealand Consulate General in Sydney
Find current contact details, appointment information, location and consular guidance for the New Zealand Consulate-General in Sydney.
Contact information
Contact the New Zealand Consulate General in Sydney
Use the current official details below to contact the New Zealand Consulate-General in Sydney.
Before visiting: the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade states that visits to the Sydney Consulate-General are by appointment only. Phone or email the Consulate-General before attending.
Location
Where is the New Zealand Consulate General in Sydney?
The New Zealand Consulate-General is located at Level 22, 20 Bond Street in central Sydney.
Appointment required: contact the Consulate-General before travelling to the Bond Street office to arrange your visit and confirm the appropriate service.
About the mission
About the New Zealand Consulate General in Sydney
The New Zealand Consulate-General in Sydney is one of New Zealand’s two professional consular missions in Australia outside the New Zealand High Commission in Canberra.
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade officially designates the mission as the Consulate-General of New Zealand. The current Consul-General is Mr James Edward Hector Munro.
The Consulate-General provides consular support for New Zealand citizens and forms part of New Zealand’s broader diplomatic, government and commercial presence in Australia.
Together with the New Zealand High Commission in Canberra and the Consulate-General in Melbourne, the Sydney mission provides an official point of contact for New Zealanders who require consular assistance while living or travelling in Australia.
Consular assistance
Consular services
The New Zealand Consulate-General can provide advice and consular assistance to New Zealand citizens in appropriate circumstances.
Help for New Zealanders
Consular staff can provide New Zealand citizens with advice on local procedures and organisations when difficulties arise while living or travelling in Australia.
Emergency assistance
Consular assistance is available to New Zealand citizens in serious situations. New Zealand’s consular network can provide guidance and help people understand the options available to them locally.
Documents and official matters
Requirements for New Zealand passports, citizenship, official documents and other government services vary. Check the relevant New Zealand government procedure before visiting the Consulate-General.
Limits to consular assistance: New Zealand consular staff cannot provide legal advice, arrange release from prison or immigration detention, or provide financial assistance. Their role is to provide appropriate consular support and guidance.
Visitor arrangements
Appointments at the New Zealand Consulate General
The New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade states that visits to the Sydney Consulate-General are by appointment only.
Contact the office by phone on +61 2 9270 5900 or email sydney.reception@mfat.govt.nz before attending.
This allows consular staff to confirm that the appropriate person is available and that the Consulate-General is the correct office for your particular enquiry.
Do not rely on general office hours as walk-in hours: MFAT’s current visitor instruction is to arrange an appointment before visiting the Sydney office.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the New Zealand Consulate General in Sydney
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade lists the Sydney Consulate-General’s jurisdiction as New South Wales and Queensland.
New Zealand citizens in these areas can contact the Sydney Consulate-General for appropriate consular guidance and assistance.
New Zealand also maintains its High Commission in Canberra and a second Consulate-General in Melbourne.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the New Zealand Consulate General
Contact the Sydney office before travelling and confirm that the Consulate-General is the correct point of contact for your particular matter.
Make an appointment
Visits are by appointment only. Phone or email the Consulate-General before travelling to the Bond Street office.
Check the service
Confirm whether your enquiry can be handled by the Consulate-General or whether another New Zealand government agency or service is responsible.
Prepare your information
Bring appropriate identification and any documents relevant to your enquiry, and follow any instructions provided when arranging your appointment.
Frequently asked questions
New Zealand Consulate General in Sydney
Does New Zealand have a Consulate General in Sydney?
Yes. New Zealand maintains a professional Consulate-General at 20 Bond Street in central Sydney.
Where is the New Zealand Consulate General in Sydney?
The Consulate-General is located at Level 22, 20 Bond Street, Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia.
How can I contact the New Zealand Consulate General?
Call +61 2 9270 5900 or email sydney.reception@mfat.govt.nz.
Do I need an appointment to visit?
Yes. The New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade states that visits are by appointment only. Phone or email the Consulate-General before attending.
Who is the New Zealand Consul-General in Sydney?
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade currently lists Mr James Edward Hector Munro as Consul-General of New Zealand.
Which areas does the Sydney Consulate-General cover?
DFAT lists the Consulate-General’s jurisdiction as New South Wales and Queensland.
Can the Consulate-General help New Zealand citizens in an emergency?
Yes. New Zealand consular staff can provide appropriate advice and assistance to New Zealand citizens in serious situations. There are limits to the assistance they can provide.
Can the Consulate-General provide legal advice or money?
No. New Zealand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade states that consular staff cannot provide legal advice, arrange release from prison or immigration detention, or provide financial assistance.
Is there also a New Zealand Consulate General in Melbourne?
Yes. New Zealand maintains another professional Consulate-General in Melbourne in addition to the Sydney mission and the New Zealand High Commission in Canberra.
Does the Sydney Consulate-General cover Queensland?
Yes. DFAT currently lists both New South Wales and Queensland within the Sydney Consulate-General’s jurisdiction.
Official information
Sources
- New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade – New Zealand High Commission and Consulates in Australia
- Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade – Consulate-General of New Zealand in New South Wales
- New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade – Overview of Consular Help in Australia