Slovenian consular representation in New South Wales
Slovenian Consulate in Sydney
Find current contact details, opening hours, location, jurisdiction and consular guidance for the Consulate of the Republic of Slovenia in Sydney.
Contact information
Contact the Slovenian Consulate in Sydney
Use the current official details below to contact the Consulate of the Republic of Slovenia in New South Wales.
Before visiting: contact the Consulate before travelling to confirm current visitor arrangements and whether your particular enquiry can be handled by the honorary consular post.
Location
Where is the Slovenian Consulate in Sydney?
The Consulate is located at 78 Victoria Street in Smithfield, in western Sydney.
Plan your visit: confirm the current visitor arrangements before making a special trip to the Smithfield office.
About the mission
About the Slovenian Consulate in Sydney
The Consulate of the Republic of Slovenia in Sydney provides local Slovenian honorary consular representation in New South Wales.
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade officially designates the post as the Consulate of the Republic of Slovenia.
The mission is headed by Mr Aleks Lajovic, Honorary Consul of Slovenia. DFAT records his appointment from 23 March 2026.
The Sydney post also includes Mr Mark John Stariha as Honorary Vice-Consul.
Slovenia’s Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs explains that honorary consular officers complement the country’s diplomatic network but do not have the same direct consular competences as a professional diplomatic mission.
Consular assistance
Consular services
The Sydney Consulate provides a local point of contact for Slovenian citizens and other people seeking Slovenian consular guidance in New South Wales.
Slovenian citizens
Slovenian citizens in New South Wales can contact the honorary consular post for appropriate local information, guidance and assistance.
Consular guidance
The Consulate can provide advice and useful information and direct enquiries to the Embassy of Slovenia in Canberra when professional consular action is required.
Local assistance
The Honorary Consul can provide an accessible local point of contact for appropriate Slovenian community, consular and official enquiries.
Limited honorary-consular functions: Slovenia states that its honorary consular officers do not have direct professional consular competences. Passport, citizenship, visa and other formal procedures may therefore need to be handled by the Embassy in Canberra.
Visitor arrangements
Appointments at the Slovenian Consulate in Sydney
DFAT currently lists the Consulate’s business hours as Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.
These published business hours should not be interpreted as confirmation that every consular matter is available on a walk-in basis.
Contact the Consulate before travelling to confirm current visitor arrangements and whether your particular enquiry can be handled locally.
Contact before visiting: explain the assistance you require so the honorary consular post can confirm whether it can help or whether you should contact the Embassy in Canberra.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Slovenian Consulate in Sydney
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade lists the Sydney Consulate’s jurisdiction as New South Wales.
The honorary consular post therefore provides local Slovenian representation for people in New South Wales.
Professional consular services remain under the Slovenian diplomatic network, principally through the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in Canberra.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Slovenian Consulate
Confirm the current arrangements and make sure your particular matter can be handled locally before travelling to Smithfield.
Confirm the service
Explain what assistance you require and check whether the Honorary Consul or Honorary Vice-Consul can assist with the matter locally.
Prepare your information
Ask which identification, documents or other information you should have available for your particular enquiry.
Check before travelling
Confirm the current visitor arrangements before making a special trip to the Smithfield address.
Frequently asked questions
Slovenian Consulate in Sydney
Does Slovenia have a Consulate in Sydney?
Yes. Slovenia maintains a Consulate in Smithfield in western Sydney.
Where is the Slovenian Consulate in Sydney?
The Consulate is located at 78 Victoria Street, Smithfield, NSW 2164, Australia.
How can I contact the Slovenian Consulate?
The current official mobile numbers are +61 407 678 578 and +61 404 464 727. Email enquiries can be sent to slovenia.sydney.consulate@gmail.com.
Who is the Honorary Consul of Slovenia in Sydney?
Mr Aleks Lajovic is the Honorary Consul of Slovenia. DFAT records his appointment from 23 March 2026.
Does the Sydney Consulate also have an Honorary Vice-Consul?
Yes. Mr Mark John Stariha is listed as Honorary Vice-Consul at the Slovenian Consulate in Sydney.
What are the business hours?
DFAT currently lists business hours as Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Which area does the Sydney Consulate cover?
Its official jurisdiction is New South Wales.
Can the Sydney Consulate issue Slovenian passports?
Slovenia states that its honorary consular officers do not have direct professional consular competences. Contact the Consulate or the Embassy in Canberra to confirm the correct procedure for passport services.
Does Slovenia have an Embassy in Australia?
Yes. The Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia is located in Canberra.
Does Slovenia have other consulates in Australia?
Yes. Slovenia also maintains honorary consular posts in Brisbane, Adelaide, Geelong and Perth.