The Honorary Consulate of Italy in Bristol is a volunteer-run office that assists Italian citizens in the area; passport and visa applications go to the Italian Consulate General in Manchester or the embassy in London.
Contact Details
| Address | Avondale Business Centre, Woodland Way, Kingswood, Bristol BS15 1AW, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 7817 721965 |
| bristol.onorario@esteri.it | |
| Website | www.consolatoitalianobristol.it |
| Head of Mission | Luigi Lino, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Avon, Cornwall, Devon, Gloucestershire and |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 14:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 14:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 14:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 14:00 |
| Friday | Closed |
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 to Thursday 10:00–14:00, according to the FCDO list.
- Location: Avondale Business Centre, Woodland Way, Kingswood, Bristol BS15 1AW.
- Appointment only: contact the honorary consul to agree on a time.
The Italian honorary consul in Bristol
The honorary consul in Bristol is a volunteer representative of Italy, usually a local business or civic figure. The honorary consul listed by the FCDO is Luigi Lino. Visits are by arrangement only. To arrange a visit, call +44 7817 721965 and e-mail bristol.onorario@esteri.it.
The FCDO lists its area of responsibility as Avon, Cornwall, Devon, Gloucestershire and. Bristol is in England. The Italian career post in England is the consulate in Manchester. The embassy in London is roughly 170 km away.
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.
Passports and visas: who is responsible?
Passports and other formal consular services for Italian citizens are handled by the Italian Consulate General in Manchester or the embassy in London.
Holidays and closures
Like most offices in the UK, the honorary consulate closes on UK bank holidays; the Italian national day (2 June) often means a closure too. Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Embassy and consulates of Italy in the UK
- London – Embassy of Italy
- Edinburgh – Consulate General
- Manchester – Consulate
- Aberdeen – Honorary Consulate
- Ashford – Honorary Consulate
- Bedford – Honorary Consulate
- Belfast – Honorary Consulate
- Birmingham – Honorary Consulate
- Bristol – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- 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 Bristol
Can I get an Italian passport at the honorary consulate in Bristol?
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 Bristol?
By phone on +44 7817 721965 or by e-mail to bristol.onorario@esteri.it.
When is the Italian honorary consulate in Bristol open?
Monday to Thursday 10:00–14:00, according to the FCDO list.
Who runs the Italian honorary office in Bristol?
Luigi Lino, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Is the Bristol honorary office responsible for my area?
Its consular district is Avon, Cornwall, Devon, Gloucestershire and.
Do British citizens need a visa for 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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