The Honorary Consulate of Ghana in L’Aquila represents Ghanaian interests on an honorary basis; formal consular services are provided by the Ghanaian Embassy in Rome.
Contact Details
| Address | Via della Croce Rossa, 181, 67100 L’Aquila, Italy |
| Telephone | +39 340 853 1844 |
| Fax | +39 0862 1951191 |
| info@consolatodelghana.it | |
| Head of Mission | Massimiliano Colasuonno, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Abruzzo, Umbria, Tuscany, Liguria |
Opening Hours
The honorary consul does not keep public office hours – visits are by appointment only.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Via della Croce Rossa, 181, 67100 L’Aquila.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in L'Aquila do?
The honorary consulate represents Ghana in L'Aquila and the surrounding area. Massimiliano Colasuonno holds the post – authorised by Italy since January 2022. There are no published opening hours, so arrange a meeting first. The quickest way to reach the office: call +39 340 853 1844 and e-mail info@consolatodelghana.it.
According to the Italian Foreign Ministry, its consular district covers Abruzzo, Umbria, Tuscany, Liguria. The office is located in the Abruzzo region. The street address is in L’Aquila. The embassy in Rome is roughly 90 km away.
Italian citizens need a visa for Ghana; it can be applied for online. Details: Italian travel advice (Viaggiare Sicuri).
Which Ghanaian office issues passports and visas?
Applications for Ghanaian passports, visas and official certificates are not processed here but by the Ghanaian 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; Ghanaian celebrations on 6 March (national day) usually mean a closure too. Check before visiting around Christmas, Easter and the August holidays (Ferragosto).
Where else is Ghana represented in Italy?
- Rome – Embassy of Ghana
- L'Aquila – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Turin – Honorary Consulate
Common questions about the L'Aquila office
Where do I renew my Ghanaian passport if I live near L'Aquila?
For a new Ghanaian passport, contact the Ghanaian Embassy in Rome.
What are the contact details of the Ghanaian honorary consul in L'Aquila?
By phone on +39 340 853 1844 or by e-mail to info@consolatodelghana.it.
Who runs the Ghanaian honorary office in L'Aquila?
Massimiliano Colasuonno, according to the Italian Foreign Ministry’s consular list (exequatur January 2022).
Which area does the Ghanaian honorary consul in L'Aquila cover?
Its consular district is Abruzzo, Umbria, Tuscany, Liguria.
Can Italians visit Ghana without a visa?
Yes, but it can be applied for online.
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 Ghana. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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