The Honorary Consulate of the Philippines in Edinburgh represents Philippine interests on an honorary basis; formal consular services are provided by the Philippine Embassy in London.
Contact Details
| Address | 494 Lanark Road, Wes, Balerno, Edinburgh HE14 7AN, United Kingdom |
| Head of Mission | Gladys Corbett, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Edinburgh |
Opening Hours
No regular opening hours are published. Contact the consulate by phone or e-mail to arrange a visit.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: 494 Lanark Road, Wes, Balerno, Edinburgh HE14 7AN.
- Appointment only: contact the honorary consul to agree on a time.
The Philippine honorary consul in Edinburgh
The honorary consulate represents the Philippines in Edinburgh and the surrounding area. According to the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) list of honorary consulates, the post is held by Gladys Corbett (since 9 May 2008). There are no published opening hours, so arrange a meeting first.
Its consular district covers Edinburgh. The office is located in England. Distance to the Philippine Embassy in London: about 535 km.
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in the Philippines (up to 30 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?
Official documents for Philippine citizens are issued by the Philippine Embassy in London; the honorary consulate can explain the procedure.
When is the office closed?
The honorary consulate is normally closed on UK bank holidays and on the Philippines’ national day (12 June). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
The Philippines’ offices in the UK
- London – Embassy of the Philippines
- Cardiff – Honorary Consulate
- Edinburgh – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Glasgow – Honorary Consulate
- Liverpool – Honorary Consulate
Common questions about the Edinburgh office
Can I get a Philippine passport at the honorary consulate in Edinburgh?
The honorary consulate cannot issue passports – contact the Philippine Embassy in London.
Who runs the Philippine honorary office in Edinburgh?
Gladys Corbett, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Is the Edinburgh honorary office responsible for my area?
Its consular district is Edinburgh.
Do Britons need a visa to visit the Philippines?
No, not for short tourist stays (up to 30 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 the Philippines. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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