The Honorary Consulate of Chile in Katowice represents Chilean interests on an honorary basis; formal consular services are provided by the Chilean Embassy in Warsaw.
Contact Details
| Address | ul. Wincentego Pola 32a, 40-596 Katowice, Poland |
| Telephone | +48 32 785 65 65 |
| jacek.bieczek@gmail.com | |
| Head of Mission | Jacek Bieczek, Honorary Consul |
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: ul. Wincentego Pola 32a, 40-596 Katowice.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Katowice do?
Chile is represented in Katowice by an honorary consul. According to the Polish Foreign Ministry’s list of foreign missions (September 2026), the post is held by Jacek Bieczek. Opening times are not published; agree on a time by phone or e-mail before you go. To arrange a visit, call +48 32 785 65 65 and e-mail jacek.bieczek@gmail.com.
Katowice is in the Silesian Voivodeship. Distance to the Chilean Embassy in Warsaw: about 260 km.
Polish citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Chile (up to 90 days), according to the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs; a valid passport is required. The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs publishes the current entry rules in its travel advice (in Polish); check it before booking.
Which Chilean office issues passports and visas?
An honorary consul cannot issue passports or visas; these are handled by the Chilean Embassy in Warsaw.
When is the office closed?
Like most offices in Poland, the honorary consulate closes on public holidays – including Easter Monday, Corpus Christi and All Saints’ Day (1 November) as well as on the Chilean national day, 18 September. If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Where else is Chile represented in Poland?
- Warsaw – Embassy of Chile
- Gdynia – Honorary Consulate
- Katowice – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Krakow – Honorary Consulate
- Wroclaw – Honorary Consulate
Common questions about the Katowice office
Where do I renew my Chilean passport if I live near Katowice?
Chilean passports are issued through the Chilean Embassy in Warsaw, not by the honorary office.
How can I reach the Katowice honorary office of Chile?
By phone on +48 32 785 65 65 or by e-mail to jacek.bieczek@gmail.com.
Who is the Chilean honorary consul in Katowice?
Jacek Bieczek, according to the Polish Foreign Ministry’s list of foreign missions (September 2026).
Do I need a visa for Chile with a Polish passport?
No, not for short tourist stays (up to 90 days) – a valid passport is required.
Details checked on 12 October 2026. Sources: Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of consular posts in Poland (15 September 2026), Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice for Chile (Odyseusz). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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