Dutch Consulate General in Japan
Dutch Consulate General in Osaka
Find the address, telephone number, office hours and location of the Consulate General of the Netherlands in Osaka, Japan. Learn about its role in Dutch-Japanese economic relations and where to obtain Dutch passport, visa and consular services in Japan.
Contact
Contact Details for the Dutch Consulate General in Osaka
1-1-14 Kitahama, Chuo-ku
Osaka 541-0041
Japan
and 1:30 PM–5:30 PM
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
For consular matters, contact the Netherlands Embassy in Tokyo.
Dutch consular information and assistance
Location
Where Is the Dutch Consulate General in Osaka?
The Dutch Consulate General is located in the Kitahama 1-Chome Heiwa Building at 1-1-14 Kitahama, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0041, Japan. The office occupies Room B on the eighth floor.
Kitahama is a commercial area in central Osaka, known for office buildings, financial institutions and businesses. The area is served by public transport, including Kitahama Station.
The consulate general is located inside an office building. Visitors attending a business meeting or other arranged engagement should confirm their contact person and any building access instructions before travelling.
Planning a consular visit? The Osaka office does not have a consular section. Do not travel to this address to submit a Dutch passport, identity card or visa application. Check the official application arrangements for the embassy in Tokyo instead.
About the Mission
About the Dutch Consulate General in Osaka
The Consulate-General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Osaka is an official Dutch diplomatic representation in Japan. It operates alongside the Embassy of the Netherlands in Tokyo.
The consulate general’s activities focus on strengthening Dutch-Japanese relations, particularly economic and business cooperation in western Japan.
Osaka is one of Japan’s major economic centres and forms part of the wider Kansai region. The region has significant business activity in manufacturing, technology, healthcare, logistics and other sectors.
The Dutch mission helps connect companies, research institutions and organisations from the Netherlands with Japanese partners. It supports international business contacts, investment opportunities and knowledge exchange.
According to the official Netherlands and You website, companies seeking assistance with business matters in western Japan can contact the economic department of the consulate general in Osaka. Matters concerning Tokyo and eastern Japan are handled through the embassy in Tokyo.
The Netherlands and Japan have maintained commercial ties for centuries. Today, their cooperation extends to areas including innovation, sustainability, science, agriculture, healthcare and the energy transition.
The Osaka consulate general is headed by Consul General Sandra Pellegrom.
Consular Services
Where Can You Obtain Dutch Consular Services in Japan?
The Dutch Consulate General in Osaka does not operate a consular section. NetherlandsWorldwide directs people who need Dutch government services to the Embassy of the Netherlands in Tokyo or to an authorised external application provider, depending on the procedure.
This distinction is particularly important for Dutch citizens living in Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe and other parts of western Japan. The presence of a Dutch consulate general in Osaka does not mean that passport, visa or nationality applications can be submitted there.
Dutch Passports and ID Cards
Dutch passport and identity card applications in Japan are handled at the Netherlands Embassy in Tokyo. Eligible applicants must make an online appointment and follow the official document checklist.
Visas and Residence Matters
Regular short-stay Schengen visa applications are submitted through VFS Global. Eligible MVV visa sticker and certain residence-related appointments are arranged at the Dutch embassy in Tokyo.
Emergency Documents and Certificates
Emergency Dutch travel documents, nationality procedures and selected certificates and legalisation services are handled through the embassy in Tokyo under their respective appointment requirements.
Important: the Dutch Consulate General in Osaka cannot accept regular Dutch passport applications, identity card applications or Schengen visa applications. Follow the Japan-specific instructions published by NetherlandsWorldwide.
For passport applications, NetherlandsWorldwide requires applicants living in Japan to demonstrate legal residence and provide any necessary legalised or translated documents.
Applicants seeking an emergency Dutch travel document should contact the embassy in Tokyo. Depending on the circumstances, the embassy will determine the appropriate emergency document and explain the appointment requirements.
For certificates of residence and marital status, eligible applicants can contact the embassy in Tokyo by email without making a personal appointment.
Appointments
Appointments for Dutch Government Services in Japan
If you need a Dutch passport, identity card, visa sticker, emergency travel document or another official government service, use the appointment instructions for Japan rather than the general office hours of the consulate general in Osaka.
Passport and ID Card Appointments
Make an online appointment at the Netherlands Embassy in Tokyo. Prepare a personalised checklist for each application, including separate applications for children.
MVV and Visa Appointments
Eligible MVV visa sticker applicants can book an online appointment with the embassy in Tokyo if their positive IND decision permits an application in Japan. Regular short-stay visas are handled through VFS Global.
Emergency and Nationality Procedures
For an emergency travel document, naturalisation or the Dutch nationality option procedure, contact the embassy in Tokyo at tok-ca@minbuza.nl.
The embassy in Tokyo also handles legalisation of signatures and identification document copies and appointments for certificates of life.
Certificates of residence and marital status can be requested by emailing tok-ca@minbuza.nl, subject to the relevant documentary requirements.
Document collection: completed documents at the embassy in Tokyo can generally be collected on weekdays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Follow the embassy’s collection instructions and confirm the arrangements when required. These are Tokyo collection arrangements, not Osaka office hours.
Regional Responsibilities
The Dutch Consulate General’s Role in Western Japan
The Consulate General in Osaka provides an important point of contact for Dutch economic interests in western Japan.
The official Dutch economic department distinguishes between business-related matters in eastern and western Japan. Companies seeking support for business activities in western Japan are directed to the consulate general in Osaka, while the embassy in Tokyo is the point of contact for business in Tokyo and eastern Japan.
The Osaka mission supports contacts involving Dutch and Japanese companies, trade organisations, regional authorities and knowledge institutions.
Areas of cooperation include sustainable technology, health and life sciences, renewable energy, research and innovation. These activities reflect the broader bilateral relationship between the Netherlands and Japan.
The consulate general also participated in Dutch activities connected with Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, which took place from April to October 2025.
Its regional economic role must be distinguished from consular service responsibilities. Dutch citizens throughout Japan should use the official NetherlandsWorldwide instructions to determine the correct application location for government services.
Plan Your Visit
Before Visiting the Dutch Consulate General in Osaka
The Dutch Consulate General is located in Kitahama, central Osaka. The office is primarily relevant to diplomatic, economic and business-related contacts rather than routine public consular applications.
Confirm the Purpose of Your Visit
Check that the Osaka consulate general is the correct office for your enquiry. For passports, visas, nationality matters and other government services, consult the embassy in Tokyo.
Arrange Your Meeting
For business or institutional matters, use the official Dutch mission contact channels and confirm your meeting before travelling to the Kitahama office.
Check Closing Days
The consulate general observes selected Japanese and Dutch public holidays. Consult the official closing-day schedule before arranging an office visit.
Normal office hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM and from 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM. These are general office hours and do not constitute a public consular appointment schedule.
For visitors travelling from outside Osaka, confirm the address as Kitahama 1-Chome Heiwa Building 8B, 1-1-14 Kitahama, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0041.
Need assistance with a Dutch travel document? Contact NetherlandsWorldwide or follow the embassy’s official procedure before travelling. The Osaka office has no consular section.
For urgent Dutch consular assistance, contact NetherlandsWorldwide at +31 247 247 247.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dutch Consulate General in Osaka – FAQ
Where is the Dutch Consulate General in Osaka located?
The consulate general is located at Kitahama 1-Chome Heiwa Building 8B, 1-1-14 Kitahama, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0041, Japan.
What is the telephone number of the Dutch Consulate General in Osaka?
The official telephone number is +81 6 6484 6000. For Dutch consular assistance, you can also contact NetherlandsWorldwide at +31 247 247 247.
Who is the Dutch Consul General in Osaka?
Sandra Pellegrom is listed as the Dutch Consul General in Osaka by the official Netherlands and You website and Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
What are the office hours of the Dutch Consulate General in Osaka?
The published office hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM and from 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM. The office is closed on weekends and designated public holidays.
Does the Dutch Consulate General in Osaka provide consular services?
No. NetherlandsWorldwide confirms that the consulate general in Osaka does not have a consular section. Dutch government services are handled through the embassy in Tokyo or designated application providers.
Can I renew my Dutch passport in Osaka?
No. Regular Dutch passport applications in Japan are handled by the Netherlands Embassy in Tokyo. Eligible applicants must make an online appointment.
Can I apply for a Dutch identity card at the Osaka consulate?
No. Dutch identity card applications are not processed at the consulate general in Osaka. Follow the official NetherlandsWorldwide instructions for an appointment at the embassy in Tokyo.
Where can I apply for a Dutch passport if I live in western Japan?
Eligible applicants living in western Japan can make an appointment at the Netherlands Embassy in Tokyo. NetherlandsWorldwide also explains the possibility of applying at an authorised location in another country or in the Netherlands.
Can I submit a Schengen visa application in Osaka?
The Dutch Consulate General in Osaka does not accept Schengen visa applications. Regular short-stay Schengen visa applications in Japan follow the official VFS Global procedure.
Where can I apply for an MVV visa sticker in Japan?
Eligible applicants whose positive IND decision permits an application in Japan can arrange an MVV visa sticker appointment at the Netherlands Embassy in Tokyo.
Where can I request an emergency Dutch travel document?
Emergency travel document applications in Japan are handled through the Netherlands Embassy in Tokyo. Follow the official instructions and contact tok-ca@minbuza.nl.
Can I request a certificate of residence or marital status through Osaka?
The consulate general in Osaka does not provide these consular services. Eligible applicants can request certificates of residence and marital status from the embassy in Tokyo by email.
What is the main role of the Dutch Consulate General in Osaka?
The mission primarily supports diplomatic and economic relations between the Netherlands and western Japan. It helps Dutch companies and institutions develop business and cooperation opportunities.
Which Dutch diplomatic missions operate in Japan?
The Netherlands maintains an embassy in Tokyo and a consulate general in Osaka. The wider Dutch network also includes honorary consular representatives in Japan.
Can I collect a new Dutch passport in Osaka?
No. Passports issued through the embassy in Tokyo can normally be collected there during the designated collection hours or, where permitted, delivered under the official postal arrangements.