Canadian representation in Zimbabwe
Canadian Embassy in Harare
Contact details, passport and consular services, opening hours and regional responsibilities for the Embassy of Canada to Zimbabwe in Harare.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Embassy in Harare
The Embassy of Canada to Zimbabwe is located on Baines Avenue in Harare.
Harare
Zimbabwe
Harare
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Before visiting: General embassy and regular consular services currently operate on a walk-in basis during the published hours. Passport and notarial services have separate procedures.
Location
Where is the Canadian Embassy in Harare?
The embassy is located at 45 Baines Avenue in Harare.
About the embassy
About the Embassy of Canada to Zimbabwe
The Canadian Embassy in Harare is Canada’s resident diplomatic mission in Zimbabwe.
Canada established diplomatic relations with Zimbabwe in 1980 following Zimbabwe’s independence. The embassy supports Canada’s political, development, commercial and people-to-people relations with the country.
The Harare mission is also concurrently accredited to Botswana and Malawi and provides Canadian consular services for both countries.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Embassy in Harare
The embassy provides passport, citizenship, notarial and other consular services for Canadian citizens.
Passport services
Canadian passport applicants can arrange an appointment by email to present their application documents in person at the embassy.
Citizenship services
Eligible paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship can be mailed to the embassy or deposited in the Consular Services drop box.
Notarial services
The embassy provides selected notarial services by appointment, including certified copies, witnessing signatures and certain authentication services.
Marriage abroad
The embassy can issue a statement in lieu of a certificate of non-impediment to marriage abroad where required.
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, study, work and immigration applications are handled through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and the official visa application process.
Opening hours
Opening hours at the Canadian Embassy in Harare
The embassy currently publishes walk-in hours for both general enquiries and consular services.
General embassy hours
General walk-in access is currently available Monday to Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Consular walk-in hours
Consular services are currently available on a walk-in basis Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Passport and notarial services: These services have their own procedures. Passport applicants should arrange an appointment by email, and notarial services are provided by appointment.
Passport services
Canadian passport services in Harare
The Embassy of Canada in Harare provides Canadian passport services by appointment.
Book an appointment
Email hrare-cs@international.gc.ca to arrange an appointment to present your passport application documents in person.
Pay online
Passport fees must be paid online before completing the application. Bring your online payment receipt to the appointment.
Lost or stolen passports: Report the loss or theft promptly and contact the consular section for the appropriate replacement passport procedure.
Consular district
Countries served by the Canadian Embassy in Harare
Zimbabwe
Harare is Canada’s resident diplomatic and principal consular mission in Zimbabwe.
Botswana
The Embassy of Canada in Harare is concurrently accredited to Botswana and provides Canadian consular coverage for the country.
Malawi
The Harare embassy is also concurrently accredited to Malawi and provides Canadian consular coverage for Canadians in Malawi.
Local consular offices: Canada also maintains honorary consular representation in Gaborone, Botswana, and Lilongwe, Malawi. These offices provide selected local services while the Embassy in Harare retains regional responsibility.
Before you visit
What to check before visiting the embassy
Walk in for regular consular assistance
Regular consular services are currently available without an appointment Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Book passport and notarial services
Passport applications and notarial services require an appointment. Contact the Consular Section before travelling for these services.
Use the citizenship drop box
Eligible paper citizenship applications can be left in the Consular Services drop box inside the Guard Room entrance Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., except on public holidays.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Embassy in Harare FAQ
Is there a Canadian Embassy in Zimbabwe?
Yes. Canada maintains an embassy in Harare, officially designated the Embassy of Canada to Zimbabwe, in Harare.
Where is the Canadian Embassy in Harare?
The embassy is located at 45 Baines Avenue, Harare, Zimbabwe.
What is the telephone number for the Canadian Embassy in Harare?
The embassy’s published telephone number is +263 86 7700 8600.
What is the consular email address?
Consular enquiries can be sent to hrare-cs@international.gc.ca.
What are the current consular opening hours?
Consular services are currently available on a walk-in basis Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Harare?
Yes. Email the Consular Section to book an appointment and present your passport application documents in person.
Can I drop off a citizenship application?
Yes. Eligible paper citizenship applications can be left in the Consular Services drop box inside the Guard Room entrance Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., except on public holidays.
Does the embassy provide notarial services?
Yes. Selected notarial services are available by appointment, including certified copies and witnessing eligible signatures.
Does the Canadian Embassy in Harare also serve Botswana?
Yes. The embassy is concurrently accredited to Botswana and provides Canadian consular services for the country.
Does the Canadian Embassy in Harare also serve Malawi?
Yes. The embassy is concurrently accredited to Malawi and provides Canadian consular services for the country.
Are there Canadian consular offices in Botswana and Malawi?
Yes. Canada maintains honorary consular representation in Gaborone, Botswana, and Lilongwe, Malawi.