For Slovak residents and travellers in the Chania area, the Honorary Consulate of Slovakia in Chania is the nearest official contact.
Contact Details
| Address | Renieri 9, 731 00 Chania, Greece |
| Telephone | +30 2821 028 275 |
| Fax | +30 2821 027 288 |
| Head of Mission | Stavros Paterakis, Honorary Consul |
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: Renieri 9, 731 00 Chania.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Chania do?
This honorary office looks after Slovak interests in Chania. The honorary consul listed by the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs is Stavros Paterakis. Do not turn up unannounced – there are no regular office hours. For an appointment, call +30 2821 028 275.
Chania is in Crete. Distance to the Slovak Embassy in Athens: about 275 km.
Which Slovak office issues passports and visas?
the Slovak Embassy in Athens is the place for passports and most consular matters; the honorary consul can advise but does not replace it.
Holidays and closures
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on Greek public holidays such as Epiphany (6 January), Independence Day (25 March) and Ochi Day (28 October). It is usually also closed on Slovakia’s national day (1 January). Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Slovakia’s offices in Greece
- Athens – Embassy of Slovakia
- Chania – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Patras – Honorary Consulate
- Piraeus – Honorary Consulate
- Thessaloniki – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Honorary Consulate of Slovakia in Chania
Where do I renew my Slovak passport if I live near Chania?
Slovak passports are issued through the Slovak Embassy in Athens, not by the honorary office.
How do I contact the Slovak honorary consul in Chania?
By phone on +30 2821 028 275.
Who is the Slovak honorary consul in Chania?
Stavros Paterakis, according to the Greek Foreign Ministry’s list of consular posts (September 2026).
Do I need a visa for Slovakia with a Greek passport?
No. A valid Greek passport or identity card is enough.
Details checked on 12 October 2026. Sources: Hellenic Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Corps Consulaire (20 September 2026). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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