Run by a volunteer honorary consul, the Honorary Consulate of France in Rotterdam helps French nationals with information and selected formalities.
Contact Details
| Address | Boompjes 258, 3011 XZ Rotterdam, Netherlands |
| Telephone | +31 88 407 9212 |
| rotterdam@agenceconsulaire.fr |
Opening Hours
Visits only by prior arrangement – honorary consulates rarely have regular hours.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Boompjes 258, 3011 XZ Rotterdam.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Rotterdam do?
The honorary consulate represents France in Rotterdam and the surrounding area. Visits are by arrangement only. For an appointment, call +31 88 407 9212 and e-mail rotterdam@agenceconsulaire.fr.
Rotterdam lies in the province of South Holland. Distance to the French Embassy in The Hague: about 20 km.
Which French office issues passports and visas?
Official documents for French citizens are issued by the French Embassy in The Hague or the consulate general in Amsterdam; the honorary consulate can explain the procedure.
When is the office closed?
Like most offices in the Netherlands, the honorary consulate closes on public holidays – including Easter Monday, King’s Day and Christmas and on France’s national day (14 July). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
France’s offices in the Netherlands
- The Hague – Embassy of France
- Amsterdam – Consulate General
- Eindhoven – Honorary Consulate
- Groningen – Honorary Consulate
- Meerssen – Honorary Consulate
- Middelburg – Honorary Consulate
- Rotterdam – Honorary Consulate (this page)
Questions and answers – France in Rotterdam
Where do I renew my French passport if I live near Rotterdam?
For a new French passport, contact the French Embassy in The Hague or the consulate general in Amsterdam.
How do I contact the French honorary consul in Rotterdam?
By phone on +31 88 407 9212 or by e-mail to rotterdam@agenceconsulaire.fr.
Do Dutch citizens need a visa for France?
No. A valid Dutch passport or identity card is enough.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: Government of the Netherlands – foreign representations in the Netherlands (government.nl, October 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice for France (Nederland Wereldwijd). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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