The Honorary Consulate of the Bahamas in Florence represents Bahamian interests on an honorary basis; formal consular services are provided by the Bahamian embassy responsible for Italy.
Contact Details
| Address | Viale Mazzini, 63, 50132 Firenze, Italy |
| Telephone | +39 335 570 7880 |
| fondazioneitaliabahamas@gmail.com | |
| Head of Mission | Andrea Cecchi, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | The province of Florence |
Opening Hours
The Italian consular list gives no opening hours for this office. Make an appointment before visiting.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Viale Mazzini, 63, 50132 Firenze.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Florence do?
The honorary consulate represents the Bahamas in Florence and the surrounding area. According to the Italian Foreign Ministry’s consular list, the post is held by Andrea Cecchi, who received the Italian exequatur in July 2023. Do not turn up unannounced – there are no regular office hours. The quickest way to reach the office: call +39 335 570 7880 and e-mail fondazioneitaliabahamas@gmail.com.
Its district: the province of Florence. Florence lies in the region of Tuscany. The street address is in Firenze.
Which Bahamian office issues passports and visas?
An honorary consul cannot issue passports or visas; these are handled by the Bahamian embassy responsible for Italy.
When is the office closed?
The honorary consulate is closed on Italian public holidays as well as on the Bahamian national day, 10 July. The city’s patron saint’s day (Saint John the Baptist, 24 June) is a local holiday. Check before visiting around Christmas, Easter and the August holidays (Ferragosto).
Where else is the Bahamas represented in Italy?
- Florence – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Milan – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Honorary Consulate of the Bahamas in Florence
Where do I renew my Bahamian passport if I live near Florence?
Bahamian passports are issued through the Bahamian embassy responsible for Italy, not by the honorary office.
What are the contact details of the Bahamian honorary consul in Florence?
By phone on +39 335 570 7880 or by e-mail to fondazioneitaliabahamas@gmail.com.
Who runs the Bahamian honorary office in Florence?
Andrea Cecchi, according to the Italian Foreign Ministry’s consular list (exequatur July 2023).
Is the Florence honorary office responsible for my region?
Its consular district is the province of Florence.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of foreign consulates in Italy (as of 20 July 2026), Viaggiare Sicuri – Italian travel advice for the Bahamas. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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