Canadian representation in Tunisia
Canadian Embassy in Tunis
Contact details, passport and consular services, appointments and practical information for the Embassy of Canada to Tunisia in Tunis.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Embassy in Tunis
The Embassy of Canada to Tunisia is located in Cité des Pins in Tunis.
Cité des Pins
Tunis
Tunisia
1053 Les Berges du Lac II
Tunis
Tunisia
Before visiting: General and consular services operate by appointment. Passport and notarial services also require an appointment for in-person service.
Location
Where is the Canadian Embassy in Tunis?
The embassy is located at Lot 24, rue de la Feuille d’Érable in Cité des Pins, Tunis.
About the embassy
About the Embassy of Canada to Tunisia
The Canadian Embassy in Tunis is Canada’s resident diplomatic mission in Tunisia.
The embassy supports Canada’s political, economic, development and people-to-people relationship with Tunisia and provides Government of Canada services to Canadians visiting or living in the country.
A separate Canadian diplomatic mission for Libya also operates remotely from the same Canadian embassy premises in Tunis while Canada’s embassy in Tripoli remains closed.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Embassy in Tunis
The embassy provides passport, citizenship, notarial and other consular services for Canadian citizens.
Passport services
Canadian passport services are provided in person by appointment. Passport applications are not accepted by mail, email or fax.
Citizenship services
Eligible paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship can be mailed to the embassy or placed in the Consular Services drop box.
Notarial services
The embassy provides selected notarial services by appointment, including certified copies and certain authentication-related services.
Marriage abroad
The embassy can issue a declaration in lieu of a certificate of non-impediment to marriage when required by Tunisian authorities.
Emergency assistance
Canadian citizens requiring urgent assistance can contact the embassy during business hours. Emergency consular assistance is available 24 hours a day through Canada’s Emergency Watch and Response Centre.
Visa and immigration
Visa and immigration enquiries are handled through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and the embassy’s immigration contact channels.
Appointments
Appointments at the Canadian Embassy in Tunis
The embassy publishes separate appointment hours for general office business and consular services.
General embassy appointments
General appointments are currently available Monday to Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. On Friday, appointments are available from 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Consular appointments
Consular services are currently available by appointment Monday to Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The consular section is closed on Friday.
Check before travelling: Embassy hours may change during a large-scale emergency or official closure. Confirm your appointment before visiting.
Passport services
Canadian passport services in Tunis
The Embassy of Canada in Tunis provides Canadian passport services on an appointment-only basis.
Apply in person
Book an appointment before presenting your passport application documents in person at the embassy.
Pay online
Passport fees must be paid online before completing your application. Bring the required application documents and proof of payment to your appointment.
No postal applications: Passport services are not offered by mail, email or fax.
Processing time: The embassy currently states that passport applications are processed within 20 working days, with approximately 10 additional working days for delivery.
Before you visit
What to check before visiting the embassy
Book an appointment
Passport, marriage and notarial services are provided in person by appointment. Add your current email address and telephone number when booking.
Use the citizenship drop box
Eligible paper citizenship applications can be left in the Consular Services drop box Monday to Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Allow enough passport time
Passport processing and delivery can take several weeks, so submit a complete application well before planned travel.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Embassy in Tunis FAQ
Is there a Canadian Embassy in Tunisia?
Yes. Canada maintains an embassy in Tunis, officially designated the Embassy of Canada to Tunisia, in Tunis.
Where is the Canadian Embassy in Tunis?
The embassy is located at Lot 24, rue de la Feuille d’Érable, Cité des Pins, Tunis, Tunisia.
What is the telephone number for the Canadian Embassy in Tunis?
The embassy’s published telephone number is +216 70 010 200.
What is the consular email address?
Consular enquiries can be sent to tunis.consular@international.gc.ca.
When are consular appointments available?
Consular services are currently available by appointment Monday to Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The consular section is closed on Friday.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Tunis?
Yes. Passport applications are submitted in person by appointment. The embassy does not accept passport applications by mail, email or fax.
How long does passport processing take?
The embassy currently states that passport applications are processed within 20 working days, with approximately 10 additional working days for delivery.
Can I drop off a Canadian citizenship application?
Yes. Eligible paper citizenship applications can be placed in the Consular Services drop box during the embassy’s published weekday drop-off hours.
Does the embassy provide documents for marriage in Tunisia?
Yes. Where required by Tunisian authorities, the embassy can issue a declaration in lieu of a certificate of non-impediment to marriage.
Does the Canadian Embassy in Tunis also serve as the Embassy to Libya?
A separate Embassy of Canada to Libya currently operates remotely from the Canadian embassy premises in Tunis while the Canadian Embassy in Tripoli remains closed. It is a separate diplomatic mission from the Embassy of Canada to Tunisia.