For German residents and travellers in the Antwerp area, the Honorary Consulate of Germany in Antwerp is the nearest official contact.
Contact Details
| Address | c/o Evonik Antwerpen NV, Tijsmanstunnel West, 2040 Antwerp, Belgium |
| Telephone | +32 3 560 32 12 |
| antwerpen@hk-diplo.de | |
| Head of Mission | Ivan Pelgrims, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | The province of Antwerp |
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 Evonik Antwerpen NV, Tijsmanstunnel West, 2040 Antwerp.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Antwerp do?
Germany is represented in Antwerp by an honorary consul. Ivan Pelgrims holds the post, according to the Belgian protocol list. Meetings take place by appointment. Questions can be sent in advance: call +32 3 560 32 12 and e-mail antwerpen@hk-diplo.de.
According to the Belgian Foreign Ministry, its consular district covers the province of Antwerp. The office is located in the province of Antwerp, in Flanders. The embassy in Brussels is roughly 40 km away.
Which German office issues passports and visas?
the German Embassy in Brussels is the place for passports and most consular matters; the honorary consul can advise but does not replace it.
When is the office closed?
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on Belgian holidays such as 21 July (National Day), 15 August and 11 November and on Germany’s national day (3 October). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Where else is Germany represented in Belgium?
- Brussels – Embassy of Germany
- Antwerp – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Eupen – Honorary Consulate
- Liège – Honorary Consulate
FAQ: the German honorary consul in Antwerp
Where do I renew my German passport if I live near Antwerp?
The honorary consulate cannot issue passports – contact the German Embassy in Brussels.
What are the contact details of the German honorary consul in Antwerp?
By phone on +32 3 560 32 12 or by e-mail to antwerpen@hk-diplo.de.
Who is the German honorary consul in Antwerp?
Ivan Pelgrims, according to the Belgian Foreign Ministry’s list of honorary consulates.
Is the Antwerp honorary office responsible for my province?
Its consular district is the province of Antwerp.
Do Belgian citizens need a visa for Germany?
No. A valid Belgian passport or eID card is enough.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: Belgian Federal Public Service Foreign Affairs, Protocol – honorary consulates in Belgium (as of 7 September 2026), Belgian Foreign Ministry – travel documents for Belgians. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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