Christmas 2023 Arrangements
Announcement
20 December 2023Below are the opening hours (by appointment only) for the Embassy of Ireland in Brussels during the Christmas and New Year period.
Thursday 21 December: 10:00-12:00 & 14:00-16:00
Friday 22 December: 10:00-12:30
Monday 25 December: Closed
Tuesday 26 December: Closed
Wednesday 27 December: Closed
Thursday 28 December: 10:00-12:30
Friday 29 December: 10:00-12:30
Monday 1 January 2024: Closed
In the event of a genuine emergency (e.g. death, arrest, serious illness) while the Embassy is closed, Irish citizens can contact the Embassy Duty Officer on +32 499 585 328. You will be asked to leave a voicemail message and the Duty Officer will respond as soon as possible.
If your passport is lost/stolen in Belgium, guidance is available on this page.
Visa Services
The Embassy Visa Office will be closed from Wednesday 20 December to Monday 8 January 2024. Applications can continue to be sent to us by registered post but will not be processed during this time.