The Honorary Consulate of the Republic of the Congo in Genoa is a local point of contact for Congolese citizens and for business and cultural links with the Republic of the Congo.
Contact Details
| Address | Piazza Borgo Pila, 39, 16129 Genova GE, Italy |
| Head of Mission | Francesca Ottonello, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | The city of Genoa |
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: Piazza Borgo Pila, 39, 16129 Genova GE.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Genoa do?
In Genoa, Congolese citizens can turn to the honorary consul for practical help and information. The honorary consul listed by the Italian authorities is Francesca Ottonello (exequatur granted June 2024). There are no published opening hours, so arrange a meeting first.
Its district: the city of Genoa. Genoa lies in the region of Liguria. The street address is in Genova GE. The embassy in Rome is roughly 400 km away.
Italian citizens need a visa for the Republic of the Congo, to be obtained before travelling. Details: Italian travel advice (Viaggiare Sicuri).
Which Congolese office issues passports and visas?
Official documents for Congolese citizens are issued by the Congolese Embassy in Rome; the honorary consulate can explain the procedure.
Closing days
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on Italian national holidays such as 25 April, 2 June and 15 August; Congolese celebrations on 15 August (national day) usually mean a closure too. Offices in the city also close on 24 June for the feast of Saint John the Baptist. If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Congolese missions in Italy
- Rome – Embassy of the Republic of the Congo
- Genoa – Honorary Consulate (this page)
FAQ: the Congolese honorary consul in Genoa
Where do I renew my Congolese passport if I live near Genoa?
The honorary consulate cannot issue passports – contact the Congolese Embassy in Rome.
Who runs the Congolese honorary office in Genoa?
Francesca Ottonello, according to the Italian Foreign Ministry’s consular list (exequatur June 2024).
Which area does the Congolese honorary consul in Genoa cover?
Its consular district is the city of Genoa.
Do Italian citizens need a visa for the Republic of the Congo?
Yes, a visa is required before travelling.
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 Republic of the Congo. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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