The Honorary Consulate of Thailand in Cardiff is a local point of contact for Thai citizens and for business and cultural links with Thailand.
Contact Details
| Address | 9 Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff CF10 5EE, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 29 2046 5777 |
| theo@celticlogistic.co.uk | |
| Head of Mission | Theodorus Coliandris, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Wales |
Opening Hours
Visits only by prior arrangement – honorary consulates rarely have regular hours.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: 9 Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff CF10 5EE.
- Appointment only: contact the honorary consul to agree on a time.
The Thai honorary consul in Cardiff
In Cardiff, Thai citizens can turn to the honorary consul for practical help and information. According to the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) list of honorary consulates, the post is held by Theodorus Coliandris (since 30 September 2013). There are no published opening hours, so arrange a meeting first. The quickest way to reach the office: call +44 29 2046 5777 and e-mail theo@celticlogistic.co.uk.
According to the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) list, the honorary consulate is responsible for Wales. Cardiff is in Wales. The embassy in London is roughly 210 km away.
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Thailand (up to 30 days); a valid passport is required. Details: UK government travel advice – entry requirements.
Passports and visas: who is responsible?
An honorary consul cannot issue passports or visas; these are handled by the Thai Embassy in London.
Holidays and closures
The honorary consulate is normally closed on UK bank holidays and on Thailand’s national day (5 October). Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Embassy and consulates of Thailand in the UK
- London – Embassy of Thailand
- Birmingham – Honorary Consulate
- Cardiff – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Edinburgh – Honorary Consulate
Questions and answers – Thailand in Cardiff
Can I get a Thai passport at the honorary consulate in Cardiff?
The honorary consulate cannot issue passports – contact the Thai Embassy in London.
How can I reach the Cardiff honorary office of Thailand?
By phone on +44 29 2046 5777 or by e-mail to theo@celticlogistic.co.uk.
Who runs the Thai honorary office in Cardiff?
Theodorus Coliandris, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Which area does the Thai honorary consul in Cardiff cover?
Its consular district is Wales.
Do Britons need a visa to visit Thailand?
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 Thailand. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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