The Honorary Consulate of France in Sanremo is a local point of contact for French citizens and for business and cultural links with France.
Contact Details
| Address | Corso Augusto Mombello, 50, 18038 Sanremo, Italy |
| Head of Mission | Luca Fucini, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | The province of Imperia |
Opening Hours
The honorary consul does not keep public office hours – visits are by appointment only.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Corso Augusto Mombello, 50, 18038 Sanremo.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Sanremo do?
The honorary consulate represents France in Sanremo and the surrounding area. According to the Italian Foreign Ministry’s consular list, the post is held by Luca Fucini, who received the Italian exequatur in March 2026. Honorary consuls usually work part-time, so a visit needs to be arranged.
Its district: the province of Imperia. Sanremo is in Liguria. For services the honorary consul cannot provide, the closest French career post is in Milan (around 215 km). Distance to the French Embassy in Rome: about 440 km.
Which French office issues passports and visas?
Passports and other formal consular services for French citizens are handled by the French consulate general in Milan or the embassy in Rome.
When is the office closed?
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on Italian national holidays such as 25 April, 2 June and 15 August and on France’s national day (14 July). Check before visiting around Christmas, Easter and the August holidays (Ferragosto).
Where else is France represented in Italy?
- Rome – Embassy of France
- Florence – Consulate General
- Milan – Consulate General
- Naples – Consulate General
- Rome – Consulate General
- Aosta – Honorary Consulate
- Bologna – Honorary Consulate
- Catania – Honorary Consulate
- Catanzaro – Honorary Consulate
- Genoa – Honorary Consulate
- Livorno – Honorary Consulate
- Olbia – Honorary Consulate
- Palermo – Honorary Consulate
- Perugia – Honorary Consulate
- Pescara – Honorary Consulate
- Sanremo – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Trento – Honorary Consulate
- Trieste – Honorary Consulate
- Venice – Honorary Consulate
FAQ: the French honorary consul in Sanremo
Where do I renew my French passport if I live near Sanremo?
French passports are issued through the French consulate general in Milan or the embassy in Rome, not by the honorary office.
Who is the French honorary consul in Sanremo?
Luca Fucini, according to the Italian Foreign Ministry’s consular list (exequatur March 2026).
Which area does the French honorary consul in Sanremo cover?
Its consular district is the province of Imperia.
Do Italian citizens need a visa for France?
No. A valid Italian passport or identity card is enough.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of foreign consulates in Italy (as of 20 July 2026), Viaggiare Sicuri – Italian travel advice for France. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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