The Honorary Consulate of South Korea in Edinburgh is a volunteer-run office that assists Korean citizens in the area; passport and visa applications go to the Korean Embassy in London.
Contact Details
| Address | 5 Atholl Crescent, Edinburgh EH3 8EJ, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 131 260 7532 |
| derek.mcculloch@gillespiemacandrew.co.uk | |
| Head of Mission | Derek A J McCulloch, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Scotland |
Opening Hours
Visits only by prior arrangement – honorary consulates rarely have regular hours.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: 5 Atholl Crescent, Edinburgh EH3 8EJ.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Edinburgh do?
The honorary consul in Edinburgh is a volunteer representative of South Korea, usually a local business or civic figure. According to the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) list of honorary consulates, the post is held by Derek A J McCulloch (since 4 March 2015). Honorary consuls usually work part-time, so a visit needs to be arranged. Before travelling there, call +44 131 260 7532 and e-mail derek.mcculloch@gillespiemacandrew.co.uk to check that someone is available.
The FCDO lists its area of responsibility as Scotland. Edinburgh lies in Scotland (postcode area EH3). The embassy in London is roughly 535 km away.
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in South Korea (up to 90 days); a valid passport is required. Details: UK government travel advice – entry requirements.
Which Korean office issues passports and visas?
Binding consular acts – passports, visas, certificates – are the responsibility of the Korean Embassy in London.
Holidays and closures
Like most offices in the UK, the honorary consulate closes on Scottish bank holidays (including 2 January and St Andrew’s Day, 30 November). Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
South Korea’s offices in the UK
- London – Embassy of South Korea
- Edinburgh – Honorary Consulate (this page)
Questions and answers – South Korea in Edinburgh
Where do I renew my Korean passport if I live near Edinburgh?
Korean passports are issued through the Korean Embassy in London, not by the honorary office.
How do I contact the Korean honorary consul in Edinburgh?
By phone on +44 131 260 7532 or by e-mail to derek.mcculloch@gillespiemacandrew.co.uk.
Who is the Korean honorary consul in Edinburgh?
Derek A J McCulloch, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Which area does the Korean honorary consul in Edinburgh cover?
Its consular district is Scotland.
Do British citizens need a visa for South Korea?
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 South Korea. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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