The Honorary Consulate of Finland in Manchester is a volunteer-run office that assists Finnish citizens in the area; passport and visa applications go to the Finnish Embassy in London.
Contact Details
| Address | 5 Bramway High Lane, Stockport, Cheshire, Manchester SK6 8EN, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 1663 764799 +44 7929 516649 |
| chris.rostron@ntlworld.com | |
| Head of Mission | Chris Rostron, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Manchester |
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: 5 Bramway High Lane, Stockport, Cheshire, Manchester SK6 8EN.
- No public opening hours: call or e-mail before you go.
About the honorary consulate in Manchester
The honorary consul in Manchester is a volunteer representative of Finland, usually a local business or civic figure. Chris Rostron holds the post, according to the FCDO list. Do not turn up unannounced – there are no regular office hours. Before travelling there, call +44 1663 764799 and e-mail chris.rostron@ntlworld.com to check that someone is available.
The FCDO lists its area of responsibility as Manchester. Manchester lies in England (postcode area SK6). Distance to the Finnish Embassy in London: about 260 km.
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Finland (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?
Passports and other formal consular services for Finnish citizens are handled by the Finnish Embassy in London.
Holidays and closures
Like most offices in the UK, the honorary consulate closes on UK bank holidays as well as on the Finnish national day: 6 October. Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Where else is Finland represented in the United Kingdom?
- London – Embassy of Finland
- Belfast – Honorary Consulate
- Birmingham – Honorary Consulate
- Bristol – Honorary Consulate
- Cardiff – Honorary Consulate
- Dover – Honorary Consulate
- Edinburgh – Honorary Consulate
- Leeds – Honorary Consulate
- Liverpool – Honorary Consulate
- Manchester – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Plymouth – Honorary Consulate
- Rochester – Honorary Consulate
- Sheffield – Honorary Consulate
- Southampton – Honorary Consulate
FAQ: the Finnish honorary consul in Manchester
Does the Manchester honorary consulate issue passports or visas?
The honorary consulate cannot issue passports – contact the Finnish Embassy in London.
How can I reach the Manchester honorary office of Finland?
By phone on +44 1663 764799 or by e-mail to chris.rostron@ntlworld.com.
Who runs the Finnish honorary office in Manchester?
Chris Rostron, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Is the Manchester honorary office responsible for my area?
Its consular district is Manchester.
Do British citizens need a visa for Finland?
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 Finland. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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