The Honorary Consulate of Israel in Antwerp represents Israeli interests on an honorary basis; formal consular services are provided by the Israeli Embassy in Brussels.
Contact Details
| Address | Rubenslei 20, 2018 Antwerp, Belgium |
| Head of Mission | Laurent Trau, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | The Flemish Region |
Opening Hours
No regular opening hours are published. Contact the consulate by phone or e-mail to arrange a visit.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Rubenslei 20, 2018 Antwerp.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Antwerp do?
Israel is represented in Antwerp by an honorary consul. According to the Belgian Foreign Ministry’s list of honorary consulates, the post is held by Laurent Trau. Honorary consuls usually work part-time, so a visit needs to be arranged.
The honorary consulate is responsible for the Flemish Region. Antwerp is in the province of Antwerp (Flanders). The embassy in Brussels is roughly 40 km away.
Belgian citizens do not need a visa for short stays in Israel, but must obtain an electronic travel authorisation before departure. The Belgian Foreign Ministry keeps the entry rules for Belgians in its travel documents database; check it before booking.
Which Israeli office issues passports and visas?
Passports and other formal consular services for Israeli citizens are handled by the Israeli Embassy in Brussels.
Closing days
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on Belgian holidays such as 21 July (National Day), 15 August and 11 November as well as on the Israeli national day, 29 April. Many offices work reduced hours in summer – call ahead in July and August.
Where else is Israel represented in Belgium?
- Brussels – Embassy of Israel
- Antwerp – Honorary Consulate (this page)
FAQ: the Israeli honorary consul in Antwerp
Where do I renew my Israeli passport if I live near Antwerp?
Israeli passports are issued through the Israeli Embassy in Brussels, not by the honorary office.
Who runs the Israeli honorary office in Antwerp?
Laurent Trau, according to the Belgian Foreign Ministry’s list of honorary consulates.
Which area does the Israeli honorary consul in Antwerp cover?
Its consular district is the Flemish Region.
Do Belgians need a visa to visit Israel?
No visa, but an electronic travel authorisation is required before departure.
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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