The Honorary Consulate of Mexico in Belfast represents Mexican interests on an honorary basis; formal consular services are provided by the Mexican Embassy in London.
Contact Details
| Address | 757 Antrim Road, Co Antrim, Belfast BT15 4EN, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 7760 438944 |
| honbefast@sre.gob.mx brendan@bjmglobal.com |
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| Head of Mission | Brendan James McGinn, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Northern Ireland |
Opening Hours
Visits only by prior arrangement – honorary consulates rarely have regular hours.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: 757 Antrim Road, Co Antrim, Belfast BT15 4EN.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Belfast do?
Mexico is represented in Belfast by an honorary consul. According to the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) list of honorary consulates, the post is held by Brendan James McGinn (since 11 September 2015). Opening times are not published; agree on a time by phone or e-mail before you go. The quickest way to reach the office: call +44 7760 438944 and e-mail honbefast@sre.gob.mx.
The FCDO lists its area of responsibility as Northern Ireland. Belfast lies in Northern Ireland (postcode area BT15). The embassy in London is roughly 520 km away.
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Mexico; a valid passport is required. The FCDO publishes the current entry rules in its foreign travel advice; check it before booking.
Which Mexican office issues passports and visas?
Official documents for Mexican citizens are issued by the Mexican Embassy in London; the honorary consulate can explain the procedure.
When is the office closed?
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on Northern Ireland bank holidays (including St Patrick’s Day, 17 March, and 12 July) as well as on the Mexican national day: 16 August. Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Mexico’s offices in the UK
- London – Embassy of Mexico
- Belfast – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Glasgow – Honorary Consulate
- Manchester – Honorary Consulate
Common questions about the Belfast office
Where do I renew my Mexican passport if I live near Belfast?
Mexican passports are issued through the Mexican Embassy in London, not by the honorary office.
How do I contact the Mexican honorary consul in Belfast?
By phone on +44 7760 438944 or by e-mail to honbefast@sre.gob.mx.
Who runs the Mexican honorary office in Belfast?
Brendan James McGinn, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Which area does the Mexican honorary consul in Belfast cover?
Its consular district is Northern Ireland.
Do British citizens need a visa for Mexico?
No, not for short tourist stays – 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 Mexico. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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