Honorary representation of Finland in Canada
Finnish Honorary Consulate in Saint John
The Honorary Consulate of Finland in Saint John provides local consular guidance, selected notarial services and assistance for Finnish citizens and other eligible persons in Canada.
Contact details
Contact the Finnish Honorary Consulate in Saint John
The Honorary Consulate is headed by Honorary Consul Beth McGloan Asimakos and is located at Trinity Galleries in Saint John, New Brunswick.
128 Germain Street
Saint John, NB E2L 2E7
Canada
Before visiting: Contact the Honorary Consulate in advance to confirm current visiting arrangements and whether your procedure can be handled locally.
Consulate location
Where is the Finnish Honorary Consulate in Saint John?
The Honorary Consulate is located at Trinity Galleries on Germain Street in central Saint John.
The current official address is Trinity Galleries, 128 Germain Street, Saint John, NB E2L 2E7, Canada.
About the consulate
About the Finnish Honorary Consulate in Saint John
The Honorary Consulate of Finland in Saint John forms part of Finland’s network of honorary consular representation across Canada.
The post is headed by Honorary Consul Beth McGloan Asimakos. Finland’s honorary consuls are private individuals who carry out consular duties on a part-time basis and complement Finland’s diplomatic mission network.
The Saint John office provides local guidance and assistance to Finnish citizens and permanent residents of Finland and can help them identify the appropriate Finnish authority when a matter falls outside the Honorary Consul’s powers.
Honorary consuls also support Finland’s economic, commercial and cultural relations and may assist Finnish businesses with local contacts and information.
Available assistance
Consular Services
Finland defines a limited range of consular functions for its honorary consular network.
Consular guidance
Finnish citizens can contact the Honorary Consulate for advice on consular matters and assistance in identifying the competent Finnish authority.
Assistance in difficult situations
The Honorary Consul can advise Finnish citizens and permanent residents of Finland who encounter difficulties while temporarily abroad and assist them in contacting local authorities or the nearest Finnish diplomatic mission.
Selected notarial certificates
Finland states that certain types of notarized certificates can be obtained through an honorary consul, depending on the document and procedure.
Business and cultural contacts
Honorary consuls support Finland’s commercial and cultural relations and may provide Finnish companies with information about local business conditions and potential cooperation partners.
Passport applications: Finnish honorary consuls do not accept passport applications. Passport procedures must be handled through a Finnish mission authorized to provide passport services.
Visas and residence permits: Honorary consuls do not process Finnish visa or residence-permit applications.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Contact the Honorary Consulate before travelling and confirm whether your procedure falls within the honorary post’s authority.
Arrange your visit
Current regular public opening hours are not published on Finland’s official Saint John listing. Contact the Honorary Consulate in advance.
Check the correct service
Passport applications, visa matters and residence permits cannot be handled through the Saint John Honorary Consulate.
Prepare your documents
For an eligible notarial or other consular service, ask the Honorary Consulate which original documents and identification are required before visiting.
Frequently asked questions
Finnish Honorary Consulate Saint John FAQ
Is there a Finnish Honorary Consulate in Saint John?
Yes. Finland maintains an active Honorary Consulate at Trinity Galleries on Germain Street in Saint John, New Brunswick.
Who is the Finnish Honorary Consul in Saint John?
Beth McGloan Asimakos is currently listed by Finland’s Ministry for Foreign Affairs as Honorary Consul.
What is the address of the Finnish Honorary Consulate?
The current official address is Trinity Galleries, 128 Germain Street, Saint John, NB E2L 2E7, Canada.
What is the telephone number?
The current official telephone number is +1 506 634 1611.
What is the email address?
Finland’s Ministry for Foreign Affairs currently lists bethmcgloan@gmail.com.
Can I apply for a Finnish passport in Saint John?
No. Finland expressly states that honorary consuls do not accept passport applications.
Can I apply for a Finnish visa at the Honorary Consulate?
No. Finnish honorary consuls do not process visa applications.
Can I apply for a Finnish residence permit there?
No. Residence-permit matters are not handled by Finnish honorary consuls.
Can the Honorary Consul provide notarial services?
Finland states that certain types of notarized certificates may be available through an honorary consul. Contact the Saint John office to confirm whether your specific document can be handled locally.
What are the opening hours?
Current regular public opening hours are not published on Finland’s official Saint John listing. Contact the Honorary Consulate before visiting.
Official information
Sources
Official Finnish government sources used to verify the honorary post, Honorary Consul, address, contact information and scope of services.