Run by a volunteer honorary consul, the Honorary Consulate of Estonia in Cheltenham helps Estonian nationals with information and selected formalities.
Contact Details
| Address | St. James House, St. James Square, Cheltenham GL50 3PR, United Kingdom |
| john.workman@bpe.co.uk | |
| Head of Mission | John Workman, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | The West of England |
Opening Hours
Visits only by prior arrangement – honorary consulates rarely have regular hours.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: St. James House, St. James Square, Cheltenham GL50 3PR.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Cheltenham do?
The honorary consulate represents Estonia in Cheltenham and the surrounding area. John Workman holds the post, according to the FCDO list. Visits are by arrangement only. The quickest way to reach the office: e-mail john.workman@bpe.co.uk.
According to the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) list, the honorary consulate is responsible for the West of England. Cheltenham lies in England (postcode area GL50).
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Estonia (up to 90 days); a valid passport is required. Details: UK government travel advice – entry requirements.
Which Estonian office issues passports and visas?
the Estonian Embassy in London is the place for passports and most consular matters; the honorary consul can advise but does not replace it.
Closing days
Like most offices in the UK, the honorary consulate closes on UK bank holidays as well as on the Estonian national day: 24 February. Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Estonia’s offices in the UK
- London – Embassy of Estonia
- Aberdeen – Honorary Consulate
- Belfast – Honorary Consulate
- Cardross – Honorary Consulate
- Cheltenham – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Edinburgh – Honorary Consulate
- Leeds – Honorary Consulate
- Liverpool – Honorary Consulate
Common questions about the Cheltenham office
Where do I renew my Estonian passport if I live near Cheltenham?
For a new Estonian passport, contact the Estonian Embassy in London.
What are the contact details of the Estonian honorary consul in Cheltenham?
By e-mail to john.workman@bpe.co.uk.
Who is the Estonian honorary consul in Cheltenham?
John Workman, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Which area does the Estonian honorary consul in Cheltenham cover?
Its consular district is the West of England.
Do Britons need a visa to visit Estonia?
No, not for short tourist stays (up to 90 days) – a valid passport is required.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office – honorary consulates in the UK (October 2026), UK government foreign travel advice – entry requirements for Estonia. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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