The Honorary Consulate of Germany in Galway represents German interests on an honorary basis; formal consular services are provided by the German Embassy in Dublin.
Contact Details
| Address | University of Galway School of Languages, Literatures and Cultures (German), Arts Millennium Building, Room 2051 University Road, Galway, Co. Galway, H91 EV56, Ireland |
| galway@hk-diplo.de | |
| Head of Mission | Tina-Karen Pusse, Honorary Consul |
| Consular district | Limerick, Clare, Galway, Mayo, Roscommon, Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal |
Opening Hours
Visits only by prior arrangement – honorary consulates rarely have regular hours.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: University of Galway School of Languages, Literatures and Cultures (German), Arts Millennium Building, Room 2051 University Road, Galway, Co. Galway, H91 EV56.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Galway do?
This honorary office looks after German interests in Galway. The honorary consul listed by the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs is Tina-Karen Pusse. The office is responsible for Limerick, Clare, Galway, Mayo, Roscommon, Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal, according to the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs. Opening times are not published; agree on a time by phone or e-mail before you go. Questions can be sent in advance: e-mail galway@hk-diplo.de.
The office is located in County Galway. The embassy in Dublin is roughly 185 km away.
Which German office issues passports and visas?
the German Embassy in Dublin is the place for passports and most consular matters; the honorary consul can advise but does not replace it.
Closing days
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on Irish public holidays such as St Patrick’s Day (17 March), the bank holiday Mondays and St Stephen’s Day (26 December). It is usually also closed on Germany’s national day (3 October). Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
German missions in Ireland
- Dublin – Embassy of Germany
- Galway – Honorary Consulate (this page)
Questions and answers – Germany in Galway
Where do I renew my German passport if I live near Galway?
For a new German passport, contact the German Embassy in Dublin.
What are the contact details of the German honorary consul in Galway?
By e-mail to galway@hk-diplo.de.
Who runs the German honorary office in Galway?
Tina-Karen Pusse, according to the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs’ diplomatic list (September 2026).
Do Irish citizens need a visa for Germany?
No. A valid Irish passport or passport card is enough.
Details checked on 12 October 2026. Sources: Department of Foreign Affairs of Ireland – Diplomatic List, Honorary Consular Representatives (7 September 2026), Department of Foreign Affairs of Ireland – travel advice for Germany. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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