The Honorary Consulate of Finland in Cobh is a volunteer-run office that assists Finnish citizens in the area; passport and visa applications go to the Finnish Embassy in Dublin.
Contact Details
| Address | Westland House, Rushbrooke, Cobh, Co. Cork, P24 H940, Ireland |
| Telephone | +353 21 420 2950 +353 86 8314721 |
| rhill@dsg.ie | |
| Head of Mission | Roger Hill, Honorary Consul |
| Consular district | Cork |
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: Westland House, Rushbrooke, Cobh, Co. Cork, P24 H940.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Cobh do?
The honorary consulate represents Finland in Cobh and the surrounding area. Roger Hill holds the post, according to the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs. The office is responsible for Cork, according to the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs. Do not turn up unannounced – there are no regular office hours. Questions can be sent in advance: call +353 21 420 2950 and e-mail rhill@dsg.ie.
Cobh lies in County Cork. Distance to the Finnish Embassy in Dublin: about 215 km.
Which Finnish office issues passports and visas?
Binding consular acts – passports, visas, certificates – are the responsibility of the Finnish Embassy in Dublin.
When is the office closed?
Like most offices in Ireland, the honorary consulate closes on public holidays – including St Brigid’s Day in early February, Easter Monday and the October bank holiday. On the Finnish national day (6 December) the office is usually closed or holds a reception. Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Finnish missions in Ireland
- Dublin – Embassy of Finland
- Kiltale – Honorary Consulate General
- Cobh – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Limerick – Honorary Consulate
- Spiddal – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Honorary Consulate of Finland in Cobh
Where do I renew my Finnish passport if I live near Cobh?
Passport applications go to the Finnish Embassy in Dublin; the honorary office can only advise.
How do I contact the Finnish honorary consul in Cobh?
By phone on +353 21 420 2950 or by e-mail to rhill@dsg.ie.
Who is the Finnish honorary consul in Cobh?
Roger Hill, according to the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs’ diplomatic list (September 2026).
Do I need a visa for Finland with a Irish passport?
No. A valid Irish passport or passport card is enough.
Details checked on 12 October 2026. Sources: Department of Foreign Affairs of Ireland – Diplomatic List, Honorary Consular Representatives (7 September 2026), Department of Foreign Affairs of Ireland – travel advice for Finland. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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