Belgian nationals in and around Dover can turn to the Honorary Consulate of Belgium in Dover for information and practical help.
Contact Details
| Address | c/o George Hammond PLC, Hammond House, Limekiln Street, Dover CT17 9EL, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 1304 248322 +44 7767 347810 |
| jgr@georgehammond.com | |
| Head of Mission | James Ryeland, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Kent |
Opening Hours
No regular opening hours are published. Contact the consulate by phone or e-mail to arrange a visit.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: c/o George Hammond PLC, Hammond House, Limekiln Street, Dover CT17 9EL.
- No public opening hours: call or e-mail before you go.
About the honorary consulate in Dover
This honorary office looks after Belgian interests in Dover. James Ryeland holds the post, according to the FCDO list. Do not turn up unannounced – there are no regular office hours. To arrange a visit, call +44 1304 248322 and e-mail jgr@georgehammond.com.
Its consular district covers Kent. Dover lies in England (postcode area CT17). The embassy in London is roughly 110 km away.
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Belgium (up to 90 days); a valid passport is required. Details: UK government travel advice – entry requirements.
Where do I apply for a passport or visa?
the Belgian Embassy in London is the place for passports and most consular matters; the honorary consul can advise but does not replace it.
Closing days
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on UK bank holidays such as Easter Monday and the late summer bank holiday; the Belgian national day (21 July) often means a closure too. If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Embassy and consulates of Belgium in the UK
- London – Embassy of Belgium
- Belfast – Honorary Consulate
- Bristol – Honorary Consulate
- Dover – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Edinburgh – Honorary Consulate
- Kingston-upon-Hull – Honorary Consulate
- Manchester – Honorary Consulate
- Newcastle – Honorary Consulate
- Southampton – Honorary Consulate
FAQ: the Belgian honorary consul in Dover
Does the Dover honorary consulate issue passports or visas?
For a new Belgian passport, contact the Belgian Embassy in London.
How do I contact the Belgian honorary consul in Dover?
By phone on +44 1304 248322 or by e-mail to jgr@georgehammond.com.
Who is the Belgian honorary consul in Dover?
James Ryeland, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Which area does the Belgian honorary consul in Dover cover?
Its consular district is Kent.
Do Britons need a visa to visit Belgium?
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 Belgium. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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