The Honorary Consulate of Italy in Cardiff is a volunteer-run office that assists Italian citizens in the area; passport and visa applications go to the Italian Embassy in London.
Contact Details
| Address | 8 St Andrew’s Crescent, Cardiff CF10 3DD, United Kingdom |
| cardiff.onorario@esteri.it | |
| Head of Mission | Bruna Chezzi, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Hereford (Hereford and Worcester), Brecknock (Powys), Glamorgan and Dyfed-Gwent |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 11:00 / 09:00 - 13:30 |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 11:00 / 09:00 - 13:30 |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 09:00 - 11:00 / 09:00 - 13:30 |
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, Wednesday and Friday 09:00–11:00 and 09:00–13:30, according to the FCDO list.
- Location: 8 St Andrew’s Crescent, Cardiff CF10 3DD.
- Appointment only: contact the honorary consul to agree on a time.
The Italian honorary consul in Cardiff
Italy is represented in Cardiff by an honorary consul. The honorary consul listed by the FCDO is Bruna Chezzi. Meetings take place by appointment. For an appointment, e-mail cardiff.onorario@esteri.it.
Its consular district covers Hereford (Hereford and Worcester), Brecknock (Powys), Glamorgan and Dyfed-Gwent. Cardiff is in Wales. Distance to the Italian Embassy in London: about 210 km.
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Italy (up to 90 days); a valid passport is required. Details: UK government travel advice – entry requirements.
Passports and visas: who is responsible?
Passports and other formal consular services for Italian citizens are handled by the Italian Embassy in London.
When is the office closed?
Like most offices in the UK, the honorary consulate closes on UK bank holidays and on Italy’s national day (2 June). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Where else is Italy represented in the United Kingdom?
- 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
- Cardiff – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Glasgow – Honorary Consulate
- Liverpool – Honorary Consulate
- Newcastle – Honorary Consulate
- Nottingham – Honorary Consulate
- Peterborough – Honorary Consulate
- Watford – Honorary Consulate
- Woking – Honorary Consulate
FAQ: the Italian honorary consul in Cardiff
Can I get an Italian passport at the honorary consulate in Cardiff?
The honorary consulate cannot issue passports – contact the Italian Embassy in London.
How can I reach the Cardiff honorary office of Italy?
By e-mail to cardiff.onorario@esteri.it.
When is the Italian honorary consulate in Cardiff open?
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 09:00–11:00 and 09:00–13:30, according to the FCDO list.
Who runs the Italian honorary office in Cardiff?
Bruna Chezzi, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Which area does the Italian honorary consul in Cardiff cover?
Its consular district is Hereford (Hereford and Worcester), Brecknock (Powys), Glamorgan and Dyfed-Gwent.
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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