Turkish nationals in and around Genoa can turn to the Honorary Consulate General of Türkiye in Genoa for information and practical help.
Contact Details
| Address | Piazza de Ferrari, 4, 16122 Genova, Italy |
| Telephone | +39 0102 4743130102474354 |
| Fax | +39 010 2474599 |
| Head of Mission | Giovanni Guicciardi, Honorary consul general |
| Consular district | The city of Genoa |
Opening Hours
The honorary consul does not keep public office hours – visits are by appointment only.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Piazza de Ferrari, 4, 16122 Genova.
- No public opening hours: call or e-mail before you go.
About the honorary consulate in Genoa
The honorary consulate general represents Türkiye in Genoa and the surrounding area. Giovanni Guicciardi holds the post – authorised by Italy since May 2024. There are no published opening hours, so arrange a meeting first. To arrange a visit, call +39 0102 4743130102474354.
The honorary consulate general is responsible for the city of Genoa. The office is located in the Liguria region. The street address is in Genova. For services the honorary consul cannot provide, the closest Turkish career post is in Milan (around 120 km). Distance to the Turkish Embassy in Rome: about 400 km.
Italian citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Türkiye (up to 90 days). Details: Italian travel advice (Viaggiare Sicuri).
Where do I apply for a passport or visa?
Passports and other formal consular services for Turkish citizens are handled by the Turkish consulate general in Milan or the embassy in Rome.
When is the office closed?
Like most offices in Italy, the honorary consulate closes on public holidays; Turkish celebrations on 29 October (national day) usually mean a closure too. Offices in the city also close on 24 June for the feast of Saint John the Baptist. Check before visiting around Christmas, Easter and the August holidays (Ferragosto).
Embassy and consulates of Türkiye in Italy
- Rome – Embassy of Türkiye
- Milan – Consulate General
- Ancona – Honorary Consulate General
- Bari – Honorary Consulate General
- Genoa – Honorary Consulate General (this page)
- Ravenna – Honorary Consulate General
- Syracuse – Honorary Consulate General
- Trieste – Honorary Consulate General
- Venice – Honorary Consulate General
Frequently asked questions about the Honorary Consulate General of Türkiye in Genoa
Does the Genoa honorary consulate issue passports or visas?
Passport applications go to the Turkish consulate general in Milan or the embassy in Rome; the honorary office can only advise.
How do I contact the Turkish honorary consul general in Genoa?
By phone on +39 0102 4743130102474354.
Who runs the Turkish honorary office in Genoa?
Giovanni Guicciardi, according to the Italian Foreign Ministry’s consular list (exequatur May 2024).
Is the Genoa honorary office responsible for my region?
Its consular district is the city of Genoa.
Can Italians visit Türkiye without a visa?
No, not for short tourist stays (up to 90 days) – check Viaggiare Sicuri before booking.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of foreign consulates in Italy (as of 20 July 2026), Viaggiare Sicuri – Italian travel advice for Türkiye. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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