Dutch Honorary Consulate in Australia
Dutch Honorary Consulate in Perth
Find official contact information for the Dutch Honorary Consulate in Perth, Western Australia, including Honorary Consul Anthony Willinge, passport and identity card applications, appointments and emergency assistance.
Contact Information
Dutch Honorary Consulate in Perth – Contact Details
Also the official telephone number of the Dutch Consulate-General in Sydney
Contact form for non-consular enquiries
Westfield Tower 2, Level 23
101 Grafton Street
Bondi Junction NSW 2022
Australia
Official Australia Application Guide
NetherlandsWorldwide
Important: the Dutch honorary consulate and VFS Global Perth are separate services. Passport and identity card applications are handled by VFS Global, not by Honorary Consul Anthony Willinge. Contact the honorary consul before arranging any in-person meeting.
Location
Dutch Honorary Consular Representation in Perth
The Netherlands maintains honorary consular representation in Perth, the capital of Western Australia.
The official Dutch government website identifies Anthony Willinge as the honorary consul. For an in-person meeting, confirm the appropriate address through the official contact form.
Perth is an important Australian centre for government, business, mining, engineering, education and international trade.
The city’s economic links with overseas markets provide opportunities for professional and institutional relationships with the Netherlands.
Visiting: the honorary consul’s official page does not specify a public street address or regular visiting hours. Do not use an unverified address from another directory.
About
About the Dutch Honorary Consulate in Perth
Anthony Willinge is the Honorary Consul of the Netherlands in Perth, according to the official Netherlands and You website.
Honorary consuls help maintain local relationships between the Netherlands and businesses, public authorities, institutions and communities abroad.
Their broader role may involve economic contacts, trade promotion and appropriate assistance to Dutch nationals.
Dutch-Australian Relations in Western Australia
The Netherlands and Australia have longstanding diplomatic and economic relations. Western Australia has internationally connected industries involving resources, energy, maritime services, agriculture and technology.
Dutch companies and research institutions may share interests with Australian partners in engineering, renewable energy, maritime logistics and sustainable development.
The honorary consul can provide an official local representative contact for suitable enquiries. Specific assistance and meetings should be agreed in advance.
Support for Dutch Nationals
Dutch citizens living in Western Australia may need to renew passports, apply for identity cards or obtain assistance after losing a travel document.
Formal applications are handled through authorised providers and the Consulate-General in Sydney.
The honorary consul does not independently issue passports, identity cards or emergency travel documents.
Consular Services
Dutch Passport and Identity Card Services in Perth
Eligible Dutch citizens can submit passport and identity card applications at VFS Global Perth. This authorised application service is separate from the honorary consulate.
Passport Applications
Apply at VFS Global Perth, the Consulate-General in Sydney or another authorised application centre.
Passport Delivery
Eligible completed Dutch passports can be sent by approved registered post or Express Post.
Identity Card Collection
New Dutch identity cards cannot be posted. They must be collected at the Consulate-General in Sydney.
Applying at VFS Global Perth
Start with the official passport and identity card guide for Australia.
Create a personal document checklist and complete the official online application form. Print and sign the form before attending your appointment.
VFS Global is an external service provider. Its additional service fee is currently AU$ 43 per application, on top of the Dutch government consular fee. Check current charges before booking.
Family Appointments
To arrange simultaneous applications for several family members at VFS Global Perth, email pernlpp@vfsglobal.com.
Each applicant needs a separate checklist and supporting documents. Everyone must attend in person, including children.
Documents to Bring
Your personal checklist determines the exact requirements. Depending on your circumstances, bring:
- The completed, printed and signed application form.
- Your printed personal document checklist.
- Current and expired Dutch and foreign passports or identity cards.
- Relevant civil-status documents, translations or legalised records.
- Parental consent documents for children where applicable.
- A passport photograph meeting Dutch requirements.
Applications with missing mandatory documents may not be accepted.
Lost or Stolen Passport Without a Copy
If your Dutch passport or identity card has been lost or stolen and you do not have a photocopy, VFS Global cannot accept a regular replacement application.
Instead, arrange an appointment at the Dutch Consulate-General in Sydney. If urgent travel is necessary, follow the emergency travel document procedure.
Collecting Your New Document
When your new passport or identity card is ready, you will receive an email.
Collection at the Consulate-General in Sydney is available:
- Monday: 09:00–13:00.
- Tuesday to Thursday: 08:00–13:00.
- Friday: 09:00–12:00.
A separate collection appointment is not required. Check consular closure dates before travelling.
Your new document must be collected or arranged for delivery within three months of notification.
Passport Delivery to Perth
Under the published Australian procedure, eligible new Dutch passports can be delivered using registered post or Express Post.
For registered post, bring a self-addressed A4 registered-post envelope to the application appointment. Up to four passports may be sent in one envelope.
For Express Post, the required Australia Post envelope must include a signature-on-delivery sticker.
Applicants pay postage costs, accept the delivery risks and must sign for delivery. If retaining an old passport temporarily, follow the instructions for surrendering it before the new passport is dispatched.
Identity cards: NetherlandsWorldwide states that new Dutch identity cards cannot be posted in Australia. They must be collected from the Consulate-General in Sydney, even when the application was submitted at VFS Global Perth.
Checking Your New Document
Check your name, date of birth and other personal details when your new document arrives.
If you applied through VFS Global Perth and discover an error, email pernlpp@vfsglobal.com with the correct information and evidence of the error.
Appointments
Appointments and Emergency Assistance in Perth
For honorary consul enquiries, use the official government contact form. For passport applications, book directly through the VFS Global procedure linked by NetherlandsWorldwide.
Emergency Travel Documents
If your Dutch passport or identity card is lost or stolen and urgent travel is necessary, follow the official emergency travel document procedure for Australia.
Prepare the required application form, missing-document declaration, evidence of urgent travel, available identity records and compliant passport photographs.
Email your application documents to syd-ca@minbuza.nl. Include your current location, contact telephone number and exact itinerary.
The Dutch authorities will review your documents and explain when and where you must attend in person. The honorary consul and VFS Global Perth do not independently issue emergency Dutch travel documents.
Urgent assistance: call +61 2 8305 6800 or NetherlandsWorldwide at +31 247 247 247. For immediate police, fire or ambulance emergencies in Australia, call 000.
Representation
Dutch Representation in Perth and Western Australia
The honorary consul provides a local point of contact for appropriate Dutch representative and institutional matters.
VFS Global Perth is a separate external application centre for eligible passport and identity card applications.
The Consulate-General in Sydney remains responsible for formal consular procedures and emergency travel document arrangements.
The government’s individual honorary consul page identifies Perth as the location but does not define a detailed formal consular district.
Before You Visit
Before Contacting the Dutch Honorary Consulate in Perth
- For honorary consul meetings, confirm the location and arrangements through the official government contact form.
- For Dutch passport or identity card applications, use VFS Global Perth and book an appointment in advance.
- Bring the completed application form, personal checklist and all required original documents.
- If several family members are applying together, contact VFS Global Perth at pernlpp@vfsglobal.com.
- Check passport delivery arrangements before your application appointment. New identity cards must be collected in Sydney.
For urgent consular problems, contact the Dutch authorities directly rather than relying on an unscheduled honorary consul visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dutch Honorary Consulate in Perth – FAQ
Is there a Dutch Honorary Consulate in Perth?
Yes. The Dutch government officially lists an honorary consul in Perth, Western Australia.
Who is the Dutch Honorary Consul in Perth?
Anthony Willinge is the honorary consul named on the official Dutch government website.
How can I contact the Dutch Honorary Consulate in Perth?
Use the official government contact page for non-consular enquiries. The listed telephone number is +61 2 8305 6800, which is also used by the Consulate-General in Sydney.
Where is the Dutch Honorary Consulate in Perth located?
The government confirms Perth as the location. Contact the honorary consul through the official channel to arrange a meeting and confirm the address.
What are the opening hours of the honorary consulate?
Regular public opening hours are not published on the official individual mission page.
Can I apply for a Dutch passport in Perth?
Yes, through VFS Global Perth, an authorised application provider operating separately from the honorary consulate.
How can I book a family passport appointment in Perth?
Email pernlpp@vfsglobal.com to arrange simultaneous family applications at VFS Global Perth.
Can my new Dutch passport be sent to Perth?
Yes, eligible passports can be sent using approved registered-post or Express Post arrangements, subject to the official conditions and postage fees.
Can a Dutch identity card be delivered by post?
No. New Dutch identity cards must be collected at the Dutch Consulate-General in Sydney.
What should I do if my Dutch passport is lost or stolen in Perth?
Follow the official emergency document procedure and contact syd-ca@minbuza.nl. If you have no copy of the missing document, VFS Global cannot accept a regular replacement application.