Icelandic nationals in and around Glasgow can turn to the Honorary Consulate of Iceland in Glasgow for information and practical help.
Contact Details
| Address | Green Gables, Moor Road, Strathblane, Glasgow G63 9EX, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 1360 771741 |
| iceland.glasgow@btinternet.com | |
| Head of Mission | Norman Hamilton, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Glasgow |
Opening Hours
Opening hours are not published. Please get in touch first to arrange a meeting.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Green Gables, Moor Road, Strathblane, Glasgow G63 9EX.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Glasgow do?
Iceland is represented in Glasgow by an honorary consul. According to the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) list of honorary consulates, the post is held by Norman Hamilton (since 14 June 1985). Visits are by arrangement only. Questions can be sent in advance: call +44 1360 771741 and e-mail iceland.glasgow@btinternet.com.
According to the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) list, the honorary consulate is responsible for Glasgow. Glasgow is in Scotland. The embassy in London is roughly 555 km away.
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Iceland (up to 90 days); a valid passport is required. The FCDO publishes the current entry rules in its foreign travel advice; check it before booking.
Which Icelandic office issues passports and visas?
An honorary consul cannot issue passports or visas; these are handled by the Icelandic Embassy in London.
Closing days
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on Scottish bank holidays (including 2 January and St Andrew’s Day, 30 November); the Icelandic national day (17 June) often means a closure too. Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Embassy and consulates of Iceland in the UK
- London – Embassy of Iceland
- Aberdeen – Honorary Consulate
- Belfast – Honorary Consulate
- Birmingham – Honorary Consulate
- Cardiff – Honorary Consulate
- Dover – Honorary Consulate
- Edinburgh – Honorary Consulate
- Glasgow – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Grimsby – Honorary Consulate
- Hull – Honorary Consulate
- Liverpool – Honorary Consulate
- Manchester – Honorary Consulate
- Newcastle – Honorary Consulate
Common questions about the Glasgow office
Where do I renew my Icelandic passport if I live near Glasgow?
Icelandic passports are issued through the Icelandic Embassy in London, not by the honorary office.
What are the contact details of the Icelandic honorary consul in Glasgow?
By phone on +44 1360 771741 or by e-mail to iceland.glasgow@btinternet.com.
Who is the Icelandic honorary consul in Glasgow?
Norman Hamilton, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Which area does the Icelandic honorary consul in Glasgow cover?
Its consular district is Glasgow.
Do Britons need a visa to visit Iceland?
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 Iceland. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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