German nationals in and around Newcastle can turn to the Honorary Consulate of Germany in Newcastle for information and practical help.
Contact Details
| Address | C/O Newcastle Civic Centre, Registrar’s Entrance, Newcastle NE1 8PS, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 7954 034744 |
| Head of Mission | Manuela Wendler, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Cumbria, Durham, Northumberland, North Yorkshire (except Selby), and Tyne and Wear |
Opening Hours
There are no fixed opening hours; agree on a time with the honorary consul before going.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: C/O Newcastle Civic Centre, Registrar’s Entrance, Newcastle NE1 8PS.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Newcastle do?
The honorary consul in Newcastle is a volunteer representative of Germany, usually a local business or civic figure. Manuela Wendler holds the post, according to the FCDO list. Honorary consuls usually work part-time, so a visit needs to be arranged. The quickest way to reach the office: call +44 7954 034744.
The FCDO lists its area of responsibility as Cumbria, Durham, Northumberland, North Yorkshire (except Selby), and Tyne and Wear. Newcastle lies in England (postcode area NE1). Distance to the German Embassy in London: about 400 km.
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Germany (up to 90 days); a valid passport is required. Details: UK government travel advice – entry requirements.
Which German office issues passports and visas?
Binding consular acts – passports, visas, certificates – are the responsibility of the German Embassy in London.
Closing days
Like most offices in the UK, the honorary consulate closes on UK bank holidays; the German national day (3 October) often means a closure too. Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Embassy and consulates of Germany in the UK
- London – Embassy of Germany
- Aberdeen – Honorary Consulate
- Ballynagard – Honorary Consulate
- Barrow on Humber – Honorary Consulate
- Birmingham – Honorary Consulate
- Bristol – Honorary Consulate
- Canterbury – Honorary Consulate
- Coventry – Honorary Consulate
- Glasgow – Honorary Consulate
- Leeds – Honorary Consulate
- Lerwick – Honorary Consulate
- Liverpool – Honorary Consulate
- Manchester – Honorary Consulate
- Newcastle – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Plymouth – Honorary Consulate
- Southampton – Honorary Consulate
Questions and answers – Germany in Newcastle
Where do I renew my German passport if I live near Newcastle?
Passport applications go to the German Embassy in London; the honorary office can only advise.
How can I reach the Newcastle honorary office of Germany?
By phone on +44 7954 034744.
Who is the German honorary consul in Newcastle?
Manuela Wendler, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Which area does the German honorary consul in Newcastle cover?
Its consular district is Cumbria, Durham, Northumberland, North Yorkshire (except Selby), and Tyne and Wear.
Do British citizens need a visa for Germany?
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 Germany. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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