Italian nationals in and around Liverpool can turn to the Honorary Consulate of Italy in Liverpool for information and practical help.
Contact Details
| Address | Oriel Chambers, 14 Water Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, Liverpool L2 8TD, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 151 305 1060 |
| info@consolatoliverpool.com | |
| Website | www.consolatoliverpool.com |
| Head of Mission | Rocco Cristiano Mente, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Liverpool |
Opening Hours
Visits only by prior arrangement – honorary consulates rarely have regular hours.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Oriel Chambers, 14 Water Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, Liverpool L2 8TD.
- No public opening hours: call or e-mail before you go.
About the honorary consulate in Liverpool
In Liverpool, Italian citizens can turn to the honorary consul for practical help and information. The honorary consul listed by the FCDO is Rocco Cristiano Mente. Honorary consuls usually work part-time, so a visit needs to be arranged. For an appointment, call +44 151 305 1060 and e-mail info@consolatoliverpool.com.
According to the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) list, the honorary consulate is responsible for Liverpool. The office is located in England. For formal consular services in England, Italian citizens can also turn to the consulate in Manchester. Distance to the Italian Embassy in London: about 285 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.
Where do I apply for a passport or visa?
An honorary consul cannot issue passports or visas; these are handled by the Italian Consulate General in Manchester or the embassy in London.
Closing days
The honorary consulate is normally closed 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
- Cardiff – Honorary Consulate
- Glasgow – Honorary Consulate
- Liverpool – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Newcastle – Honorary Consulate
- Nottingham – Honorary Consulate
- Peterborough – Honorary Consulate
- Watford – Honorary Consulate
- Woking – Honorary Consulate
Common questions about the Liverpool office
Does the Liverpool honorary consulate issue passports or visas?
Italian passports are issued through the Italian Consulate General in Manchester or the embassy in London, not by the honorary office.
How do I contact the Italian honorary consul in Liverpool?
By phone on +44 151 305 1060 or by e-mail to info@consolatoliverpool.com.
Who is the Italian honorary consul in Liverpool?
Rocco Cristiano Mente, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Is the Liverpool honorary office responsible for my area?
Its consular district is Liverpool.
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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