The Honorary Consulate of the Czech Republic in Edinburgh is a local point of contact for Czech citizens and for business and cultural links with the Czech Republic.
Contact Details
| Address | 14 Eskside West, Edinburgh EH21 6PL, United Kingdom |
| Head of Mission | Veronika Macleod, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Scotland |
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: 14 Eskside West, Edinburgh EH21 6PL.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Edinburgh do?
This honorary office looks after Czech interests in Edinburgh. According to the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) list of honorary consulates, the post is held by Veronika Macleod (since 21 July 2004). Meetings take place by appointment.
Its consular district covers Scotland. The office is located in Scotland. The embassy in London is roughly 535 km away.
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in the Czech Republic (up to 90 days); a valid passport is required. Details: UK government travel advice – entry requirements.
Which Czech office issues passports and visas?
Applications for Czech passports, visas and official certificates are not processed here but by the Czech Embassy in London.
When is the office closed?
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on Scottish bank holidays (including 2 January and St Andrew’s Day, 30 November) and on the Czech Republic’s national day (28 October). Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
The Czech Republic’s offices in the UK
- London – Embassy of the Czech Republic
- Manchester – Consulate General
- Edinburgh – Honorary Consulate (this page)
Common questions about the Edinburgh office
Where do I renew my Czech passport if I live near Edinburgh?
Passport applications go to the Czech Embassy in London; the honorary office can only advise.
Who is the Czech honorary consul in Edinburgh?
Veronika Macleod, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Is the Edinburgh honorary office responsible for my area?
Its consular district is Scotland.
Do Britons need a visa to visit the Czech Republic?
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 the Czech Republic. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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