For Finnish residents and travellers in the Rochester area, the Honorary Consulate of Finland in Rochester is the nearest official contact.
Contact Details
| Address | 4 Old House Lane, Hartlip, Sittingbourne, Kent, Rochester ME9 7HU, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 1795 843778 |
| markbradley2310@yahoo.co.uk | |
| Head of Mission | Mark Bradley, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Rochester |
Opening Hours
Visits only by prior arrangement – honorary consulates rarely have regular hours.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: 4 Old House Lane, Hartlip, Sittingbourne, Kent, Rochester ME9 7HU.
- Appointment only: contact the honorary consul to agree on a time.
The Finnish honorary consul in Rochester
This honorary office looks after Finnish interests in Rochester. According to the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) list of honorary consulates, the post is held by Mark Bradley (since 7 April 1994). Honorary consuls usually work part-time, so a visit needs to be arranged. The quickest way to reach the office: call +44 1795 843778 and e-mail markbradley2310@yahoo.co.uk.
According to the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) list, the honorary consulate is responsible for Rochester. Rochester lies in England (postcode area ME9).
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Finland (up to 90 days); a valid passport is required. The FCDO publishes the current entry rules in its foreign travel advice; check it before booking.
Passports and visas: who is responsible?
Binding consular acts – passports, visas, certificates – are the responsibility of the Finnish Embassy in London.
Closing days
The honorary consulate is normally closed on UK bank holidays and on Finland’s national day (6 October). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
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
- Plymouth – Honorary Consulate
- Rochester – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Sheffield – Honorary Consulate
- Southampton – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Honorary Consulate of Finland in Rochester
Can I get a Finnish passport at the honorary consulate in Rochester?
Finnish passports are issued through the Finnish Embassy in London, not by the honorary office.
How do I contact the Finnish honorary consul in Rochester?
By phone on +44 1795 843778 or by e-mail to markbradley2310@yahoo.co.uk.
Who runs the Finnish honorary office in Rochester?
Mark Bradley, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Which area does the Finnish honorary consul in Rochester cover?
Its consular district is Rochester.
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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