Run by a volunteer honorary consul, the Honorary Consulate of Hungary in Heraklion helps Hungarian nationals with information and selected formalities.
Contact Details
| Address | Apostefaniton 11, 712 02 Heraklion, Greece |
| Telephone | +30 2810 289 171 |
| Fax | +30 2810 289 171 |
| periandros50@gmail.com | |
| Head of Mission | Periandros Epitropakis, Honorary Consul |
Opening Hours
Opening hours are not published. Please get in touch first to arrange a meeting.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Apostefaniton 11, 712 02 Heraklion.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Heraklion do?
The honorary consulate represents Hungary in Heraklion and the surrounding area. According to the Greek Foreign Ministry’s list of consular posts (September 2026), the post is held by Periandros Epitropakis. Honorary consuls usually work part-time, so a visit needs to be arranged. Before travelling there, call +30 2810 289 171 and e-mail periandros50@gmail.com to check that someone is available.
Heraklion is in Crete. Distance to the Hungarian Embassy in Athens: about 320 km.
Which Hungarian office issues passports and visas?
An honorary consul cannot issue passports or visas; these are handled by the Hungarian Embassy in Athens.
When is the office closed?
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on Greek public holidays such as Epiphany (6 January), Independence Day (25 March) and Ochi Day (28 October). It is usually also closed on Hungary’s national day (15 March, 20 August, 23 October). Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Hungarian missions in Greece
- Athens – Embassy of Hungary
- Thessaloniki – Honorary Consulate General
- Corfu – Honorary Consulate
- Heraklion – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Patras – Honorary Consulate
- Piraeus – Honorary Consulate
- Rhodes – Honorary Consulate
FAQ: the Hungarian honorary consul in Heraklion
Where do I renew my Hungarian passport if I live near Heraklion?
The honorary consulate cannot issue passports – contact the Hungarian Embassy in Athens.
How can I reach the Heraklion honorary office of Hungary?
By phone on +30 2810 289 171 or by e-mail to periandros50@gmail.com.
Who is the Hungarian honorary consul in Heraklion?
Periandros Epitropakis, according to the Greek Foreign Ministry’s list of consular posts (September 2026).
Do Greek citizens need a visa for Hungary?
No. A valid Greek passport or identity card is enough.
Details checked on 12 October 2026. Sources: Hellenic Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Corps Consulaire (20 September 2026). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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