The Honorary Consulate of France in Dover is a volunteer-run office that assists French citizens in the area; passport and visa applications go to the French Embassy in London.
Contact Details
| Address | c/o George Hammond PLC, Dover South Services, Limekiln Street, Dover CT17 9EF, United Kingdom |
| Fax | +44 1304 240374 |
| jgr@georgehammond.com | |
| Head of Mission | James Ryeland, Honorary consul |
Opening Hours
The honorary consul does not keep public office hours – visits are by appointment only.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: c/o George Hammond PLC, Dover South Services, Limekiln Street, Dover CT17 9EF.
- No public opening hours: call or e-mail before you go.
About the honorary consulate in Dover
The honorary consulate represents France in Dover and the surrounding area. The honorary consul listed by the FCDO is James Ryeland. Meetings take place by appointment. The quickest way to reach the office: e-mail jgr@georgehammond.com.
Dover is in England. The embassy in London is roughly 110 km away.
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in France (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?
Official documents for French citizens are issued by the French Embassy in London; the honorary consulate can explain the procedure.
Closing days
The honorary consulate is normally closed on UK bank holidays as well as on the French national day: 14 July. Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Embassy and consulates of France in the UK
- London – Embassy of France
- Edinburgh – Consulate General
- Aberdeen – Honorary Consulate
- Bath – Honorary Consulate
- Belfast – Honorary Consulate
- Birmingham – Honorary Consulate
- Cardiff – Honorary Consulate
- Chester – Honorary Consulate
- Dover – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Glasgow – Honorary Consulate
- Leeds – Honorary Consulate
FAQ: the French honorary consul in Dover
Does the Dover honorary consulate issue passports or visas?
For a new French passport, contact the French Embassy in London.
What are the contact details of the French honorary consul in Dover?
By e-mail to jgr@georgehammond.com.
Who is the French honorary consul in Dover?
James Ryeland, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Do Britons need a visa to visit France?
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 France. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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