The Honorary Consulate of Germany in Birmingham represents German interests on an honorary basis; formal consular services are provided by the German Embassy in London.
Contact Details
| Address | 3 Brindley Place, Birmingham B1 2JB, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 7554 730576 |
| Birmingham@hk-diplo.de | |
| Head of Mission | Baerba Herrmannspahn L, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | West Midlands |
Opening Hours
No regular opening hours are published. Contact the consulate by phone or e-mail to arrange a visit.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: 3 Brindley Place, Birmingham B1 2JB.
- No public opening hours: call or e-mail before you go.
About the honorary consulate in Birmingham
This honorary office looks after German interests in Birmingham. The honorary consul listed by the FCDO is Baerba Herrmannspahn L. There are no published opening hours, so arrange a meeting first. The quickest way to reach the office: call +44 7554 730576 and e-mail Birmingham@hk-diplo.de.
According to the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) list, the honorary consulate is responsible for West Midlands. Birmingham is in England. The embassy in London is roughly 160 km away.
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Germany (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?
Binding consular acts – passports, visas, certificates – are the responsibility of the German Embassy in London.
Closing days
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on UK bank holidays such as Easter Monday and the late summer bank holiday as well as on the German national day: 3 October. Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Embassy and consulates of Germany in the UK
- London – Embassy of Germany
- Aberdeen – Honorary Consulate
- Ballynagard – Honorary Consulate
- Barrow on Humber – Honorary Consulate
- Birmingham – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Bristol – Honorary Consulate
- Canterbury – Honorary Consulate
- Coventry – Honorary Consulate
- Glasgow – Honorary Consulate
- Leeds – Honorary Consulate
- Lerwick – Honorary Consulate
- Liverpool – Honorary Consulate
- Manchester – Honorary Consulate
- Newcastle – Honorary Consulate
- Plymouth – Honorary Consulate
- Southampton – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Honorary Consulate of Germany in Birmingham
Does the Birmingham honorary consulate issue passports or visas?
German passports are issued through the German Embassy in London, not by the honorary office.
How can I reach the Birmingham honorary office of Germany?
By phone on +44 7554 730576 or by e-mail to birmingham@hk-diplo.de.
Who runs the German honorary office in Birmingham?
Baerba Herrmannspahn L, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Which area does the German honorary consul in Birmingham cover?
Its consular district is West Midlands.
Do British citizens need a visa for Germany?
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 Germany. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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