The Honorary Consulate of Hungary in Berchem represents Hungarian interests on an honorary basis; formal consular services are provided by the Hungarian Embassy in Brussels.
Contact Details
| Address | Le Grellelei 3, 2600 Berchem, Belgium |
| Telephone | +32 3 288 01 99 |
| honoraryconsulhungaryflanders@telenet.be | |
| Head of Mission | Ari Epstein, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | The Flemish Region |
Opening Hours
There are no fixed opening hours; agree on a time with the honorary consul before going.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Le Grellelei 3, 2600 Berchem.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Berchem do?
Hungary is represented in Berchem by an honorary consul. Ari Epstein holds the post, according to the Belgian protocol list. Visits are by arrangement only. For an appointment, call +32 3 288 01 99 and e-mail honoraryconsulhungaryflanders@telenet.be.
Its district: the Flemish Region. The office is in Berchem, part of Antwerp, in the province of Antwerp. The embassy in Brussels is roughly 40 km away.
Which Hungarian office issues passports and visas?
For passports, visas and civil status documents, Hungarian citizens contact the Hungarian Embassy in Brussels.
Holidays and closures
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on Belgian holidays such as 21 July (National Day), 15 August and 11 November; Hungarian celebrations on 15 March (national day) usually mean a closure too. Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas, Easter and in July/August.
Where else is Hungary represented in Belgium?
- Brussels – Embassy of Hungary
- Antwerp (Berchem) – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Saintes – Honorary Consulate
FAQ: the Hungarian honorary consul in Berchem
Where do I renew my Hungarian passport if I live near Berchem?
The honorary consulate cannot issue passports – contact the Hungarian Embassy in Brussels.
What are the contact details of the Hungarian honorary consul in Berchem?
By phone on +32 3 288 01 99 or by e-mail to honoraryconsulhungaryflanders@telenet.be.
Who is the Hungarian honorary consul in Berchem?
Ari Epstein, according to the Belgian Foreign Ministry’s list of honorary consulates.
Is the Berchem honorary office responsible for my province?
Its consular district is the Flemish Region.
Do Belgians need a visa to visit Hungary?
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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