For Korean residents and travellers in the Ranst area, the Honorary Consulate of South Korea in Ranst is the nearest official contact.
Contact Details
| Address | Doggenhoutstraat 31, 2520 Ranst, Belgium |
| Telephone | +32 475 23 83 08 +32 3 450 03 11 |
| dominique.moorkens@alcopa.be | |
| Head of Mission | Dominique Baron , Moorkens, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | The provinces of Antwerp and Limburg |
Opening Hours
The Belgian list of honorary consulates gives no opening hours for this office. Make an appointment before visiting.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Doggenhoutstraat 31, 2520 Ranst.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Ranst do?
The honorary consul in Ranst is a volunteer representative of South Korea, usually a local business or civic figure. Dominique Baron , Moorkens holds the post, according to the Belgian protocol list. Do not turn up unannounced – there are no regular office hours. The quickest way to reach the office: call +32 475 23 83 08 and e-mail dominique.moorkens@alcopa.be.
According to the Belgian Foreign Ministry, its consular district covers the provinces of Antwerp and Limburg. Ranst is in the province of Antwerp (Flanders).
Belgian citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in South Korea (up to 90 days); a valid passport is required. Details: Belgian Foreign Ministry – travel documents by country.
Which Korean office issues passports and visas?
Passports and other formal consular services for Korean citizens are handled by the Korean Embassy in Brussels.
When is the office closed?
The honorary consulate is closed on Belgian public holidays and on South Korea’s national day (3 October). Many offices work reduced hours in summer – call ahead in July and August.
Embassy and consulates of South Korea in Belgium
- Brussels – Embassy of South Korea
- Ghent (Sint-Denijs-Westrem) – Honorary Consulate
- Ranst – Honorary Consulate (this page)
Common questions about the Ranst office
Where do I renew my Korean passport if I live near Ranst?
The honorary consulate cannot issue passports – contact the Korean Embassy in Brussels.
What are the contact details of the Korean honorary consul in Ranst?
By phone on +32 475 23 83 08 or by e-mail to dominique.moorkens@alcopa.be.
Who is the Korean honorary consul in Ranst?
Dominique Baron , Moorkens, according to the Belgian Foreign Ministry’s list of honorary consulates.
Is the Ranst honorary office responsible for my province?
Its consular district is the provinces of Antwerp and Limburg.
Do Belgian 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: Belgian Federal Public Service Foreign Affairs, Protocol – honorary consulates in Belgium (as of 7 September 2026), Belgian Foreign Ministry – travel documents for Belgians. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
Visitor experiences
No experiences have been shared yet. Have you visited the South Korea Consulate Ranst? Your tips help other visitors.