Italian nationals in and around Bedford can turn to the Honorary Consulate of Italy in Bedford for information and practical help.
Contact Details
| Address | 69 Union Street, Bedford MK40 2SE, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 1234 356647 |
| bedford.onorario@esteri.it | |
| Head of Mission | Giuseppe di Stefano, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 13:00 |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 09:30 - 13:00 |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 13:00 |
Opening hours as published in the FCDO list of consular offices (October 2026). Closed on public holidays.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Opening hours: Monday and Wednesday 09:30–13:00; Saturday 10:00–13:00, according to the FCDO list.
- Location: 69 Union Street, Bedford MK40 2SE.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Bedford do?
This honorary office looks after Italian interests in Bedford. Giuseppe di Stefano holds the post, according to the FCDO list. Do not turn up unannounced – there are no regular office hours. The quickest way to reach the office: call +44 1234 356647 and e-mail bedford.onorario@esteri.it.
Its consular district covers Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire. Bedford lies in England (postcode area MK40). The Italian career post in England is the consulate in Manchester.
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Italy (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 Italian office issues passports and visas?
Official documents for Italian citizens are issued by the Italian Consulate General in Manchester or the embassy in London; the honorary consulate can explain the procedure.
When is the office closed?
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on UK bank holidays such as Easter Monday and the late summer bank holiday and on Italy’s national day (2 June). Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Italy’s offices in the UK
- London – Embassy of Italy
- Edinburgh – Consulate General
- Manchester – Consulate
- Aberdeen – Honorary Consulate
- Ashford – Honorary Consulate
- Bedford – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Belfast – Honorary Consulate
- Birmingham – Honorary Consulate
- Bristol – Honorary Consulate
- Cardiff – Honorary Consulate
- Glasgow – Honorary Consulate
- Liverpool – Honorary Consulate
- Newcastle – Honorary Consulate
- Nottingham – Honorary Consulate
- Peterborough – Honorary Consulate
- Watford – Honorary Consulate
- Woking – Honorary Consulate
Questions and answers – Italy in Bedford
Where do I renew my Italian passport if I live near Bedford?
Italian passports are issued through the Italian Consulate General in Manchester or the embassy in London, not by the honorary office.
What are the contact details of the Italian honorary consul in Bedford?
By phone on +44 1234 356647 or by e-mail to bedford.onorario@esteri.it.
When is the Italian honorary consulate in Bedford open?
Monday and Wednesday 09:30–13:00; Saturday 10:00–13:00, according to the FCDO list.
Who is the Italian honorary consul in Bedford?
Giuseppe di Stefano, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Which area does the Italian honorary consul in Bedford cover?
Its consular district is Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire.
Do Britons need a visa to visit Italy?
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 Italy. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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