Nigeria - Consulate of France in Kano

You are a Nigerian citizen or you are from France and are looking for information on the consulate of France in Kano situated in Nigeria. A consulate in Kano could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of France. It all depends on the importance of Kano and Nigeria in the relationships with the government of France.

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French Consulate in Kano, Nigeria Kano Nigeria

Tel: (+234) (64) 63 44 95

Fax:

Email: gongoni@inmarsat.francetelecom.fr

Website:

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The difference between consulates found in Kano are the level of powers and size of these consulates. Some consulates are the bigger consulate-general and usually can assist in a wide scope of consular matters. Other smaller consulates are often manned by private citizens and are called honorary consulates. These honorary consulates often have limited powers and do not issue visas or passports.

All consulates of France in Nigeria besides Kano

French Consulate in Kano, Nigeria Kano Nigeria
Email: gongoni@inmarsat.francetelecom.fr - Tel: (+234) (64) 63 44 95 - Website:

French Consulate General in Lagos, Nigeria 1 Oyinkan Abayomi Drive Ikoyi Lagos Nigeria
Email: - Tel: (+234) (9) 460 23 00 - Website:

Or the embassy of France in Nigeria

French Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria 37 Udi Hills Street, Off Aso Drive Quartier Maitama Abuja Nigeria
Email: cad.abuja-amba@diplomatie.gouv.fr - Tel: (+234) (9) 460 23 00 - Website: www.ambafrance-ng.org

Consulate Appointment in Kano

Most consulates in Kano need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of France in Kano first for information on opening hours and appointments. Please be aware that most smaller consulates and honorary consulates often do not issue visas or passports or offer any consular assistance at all.

Travel Insurance

When you travel to Kano do not forget to buy a comprehensive travel insurance. You can get sick, miss your flight, personal belongings can be stolen or you can have an accident and need a doctor or hospital in Nigeria or France.

Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate in Kano please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.