Category Archives: Useful Consular Info

New Interns at the Consulate!

It’s time to say a massive thank you to our previous interns, and welcome to the two new ones! Jerry and Cairo were unlucky as their internsiihp fell throughthe lockdowns…

French Presidential Election 2022

In 2022, the first tour of the French Presidential elections will take place on April 10 and the second tour on April 24. The vote to elect the Members of…

Guide for Travellers: COVID-19 Proof of Vaccination

Finally, the time to travel has come! As the borders progressively reopen from 1 November 2021, there are several things to note before travelling to and from Australia.  TRAVELLERS VACCINATED…

Passport Blitz in Melbourne

We are happy to announce that we shall organise a special session to catch up with backlog passport renewals/applications on 16 and 17 November 2021. Thank you to register your…

Slow Reopening of Australia’s International Borders

Following Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s recent announcement regarding the imminent international reopening of Australian borders, here provided is a summary of the most important details pertaining to Victoria: The…

Obtaining your COVID Health Certificate in Australia

As Victoria plans on transitioning out of lockdown with increasing vaccination rates, you might wonder how to obtain your COVID health certificate to prove your vaccination status. A/ If you…

Traveling to France: Updated Procedures

The Honorary Consulate General of France does not have any jurisdiciton on these matters. The information provided below is subject to change by the relevant authorities. Leaving Australia All Australian…

Referendum In New Caledonia

In accordance with the Nouméa Accord of 1998, New Caledonians have been allowed to vote by referendum on whether to stay French or become independant. The first referendum was held…

“Passe Sanitaire” Applications: Procedure for French Nationals and Beneficiaries

The French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs has implemented specific measures allowing French nationals residing overseas (who are vaccinated with a vaccine recognised by the European Medical Agency (EMA),…

FAQ: What is the NUMIC?

The consular identification number (NUMIC) is a unique, 8-digit serial number that is issued to every French expatriate enrolled on the Registry of French Nationals Living Abroad (“le registre des…