Honorary Consul of Ukraine in Sydney
Fostering relations between New South Wales and Ukraine
About the Honorary Consul
Kateryna Argyrou
Professional Background
Kateryna Argyrou works as a Portfolio Manager for a leading Australian funds management company and is responsible for the firm's Real Estate portfolio. Prior to her current role, Kateryna was the Head of Australian Real Estate equities research at a global investment bank.
Education and Early Life
Kateryna was born in Ukraine, spent her childhood in Canada, and moved to Australia in 2012. She graduated with honours from the George Washington University and the London School of Economics.
Community Leadership
Alongside her corporate career in funds management, Kateryna is actively involved in the Ukrainian community in Australia. In her volunteering capacity, Kateryna is Chair of the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO), the peak body representing the Ukrainian diaspora in Australia. Kateryna is also Co-Founder & Director of the Australia-Ukraine Chamber of Commerce (AUCC) and humanitarian aid charities Future Ukraine and Ukraine Crisis Appeal (UCA).
.Advocacy and Media
Kateryna played a key role in advocating for visas for Ukrainians displaced by russia's war, ultimately culminating in a pathway to permanent residency in Australia. Kateryna regularly appears in Australian, Ukrainian and international media, raising awareness about local community initiatives and advocating for support for Ukraine.
Recognition and Recent Appointments
In October 2024, the Foreign Ministry of the russian federation imposed personal sanctions against Kateryna for "holding anti-russia views" and "unleashing campaigns against russia". In April 2025, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Andrij Sybiha, appointed Kateryna as the Honorary Consul of Ukraine in Sydney, NSW.
Role and Mission
Trade & Investment
Tourism & Culture
Protecting Ukrainian nationals
Services provided by the Honorary Consul
Understanding the scope of our services.
Services Provided
- Promotion of trade & investment between Australia and Ukraine
- Promotion of Ukrainian culture and tourism
- Emergency assistance to Ukrainian nationals
Services NOT Provided
This office does not handle the following. Please contact the Embassy of Ukraine in Canberra.
- Visa applications and inquiries.
- Passport issuance, renewal, or replacement.
- Notarization and Authentication of documents
Get In Touch
Address
3 John St, Lidcombe NSW 2141
Phone
+61 4 3467 7395
Operating Hours
Monday, Thursday, Saturday
By Appointment