Canadian representation in Guyana
Canadian High Commission in Georgetown
Contact details, opening hours, passport and consular services, appointments and regional coverage for the High Commission of Canada in Guyana.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian High Commission in Georgetown
The High Commission of Canada is located at High and Young Streets in Georgetown.
Georgetown
Guyana
Georgetown
Guyana
Appointments: General enquiries and consular services are currently appointment-based. Confirm your appointment before travelling to the High Commission.
Location
Where is the Canadian High Commission in Georgetown?
The High Commission is located at High and Young Streets in Georgetown, Guyana.
About the High Commission
About the High Commission of Canada in Guyana
The Canadian High Commission in Georgetown is Canada’s resident diplomatic and consular mission in Guyana.
Canada opened its High Commission in Georgetown in 1964 and established full diplomatic relations with Guyana following the country’s independence in 1966.
The High Commission also provides Canadian consular services for Suriname.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian High Commission in Georgetown
The High Commission provides passport, citizenship, notarial and other consular services for Canadian citizens in Guyana and Suriname.
Passport services
Canadian passport applications can be submitted in person by appointment or mailed to the High Commission.
Citizenship services
Eligible paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship can be mailed to the High Commission or dropped off in person.
Notarial services
Selected notarial services are available by appointment, including witnessing signatures, administering declarations and certifying true copies.
Emergency assistance
Canadians requiring urgent assistance can contact the High Commission during business hours. Emergency consular assistance is available 24 hours a day through the Government of Canada.
Marriage and civil documents
The mission provides official guidance for Canadians dealing with marriage, death and other civil-document matters abroad.
Visa and immigration
Applications to visit, study, work or immigrate to Canada are handled through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
Opening hours
Opening hours at the Canadian High Commission in Georgetown
General enquiries
Monday to Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., by appointment.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., by appointment.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
Consular services
Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., by appointment.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
Office closures: The High Commission observes designated Canadian and Guyanese holidays. Hours may also change during a large-scale emergency.
Passport services
Canadian passport services in Georgetown
The High Commission accepts Canadian passport applications both in person and by mail.
Apply in person
Book an appointment by email at ccs.scc@international.gc.ca to present your passport documents in person. Bring your online payment receipt to the appointment.
Apply by mail
Passport applications can also be mailed to the High Commission of Canada, P.O. Box 10880, Georgetown, Guyana.
Payment: Passport fees can be paid online. In-person payments at the High Commission are accepted only with an eligible credit card or international debit card in the applicant’s name.
Consular district
Areas served by the Canadian High Commission in Georgetown
The Georgetown mission provides Canadian consular services beyond Guyana.
Guyana
The High Commission is Canada’s resident diplomatic and consular mission in Guyana.
Suriname
The High Commission in Georgetown also provides Canadian consular services for Suriname.
Before you visit
Preparing for your visit to the High Commission
Book an appointment
General enquiries and consular services are currently appointment-based. Arrange your visit before travelling to the mission.
Prepare your documents
Review the official requirements for your service and bring all required forms, supporting documents and proof of payment.
Check office closures
Confirm current opening hours and holiday closures before visiting the High Commission.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian High Commission in Georgetown FAQ
Is there a Canadian High Commission in Guyana?
Yes. Canada maintains a High Commission at High and Young Streets in Georgetown.
What is the telephone number for the Canadian High Commission in Georgetown?
The published telephone numbers are +1 592 227 2081 and +1 844 880 6519.
What is the consular email address?
Consular enquiries and appointment requests can be sent to ccs.scc@international.gc.ca.
When are consular services available?
Consular appointments are currently available Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Georgetown?
Yes. Passport applications can be submitted in person by appointment or mailed to the High Commission.
Can I submit a Canadian citizenship application in Guyana?
Yes. Eligible paper applications can be mailed to the High Commission or dropped off in person.
Does the High Commission provide notarial services?
Yes. Selected notarial services are available by appointment, including witnessing signatures and certifying copies.
Does the High Commission in Georgetown also serve Suriname?
Yes. The Georgetown mission provides Canadian consular services for Suriname.
Is there a Canadian consular office in Suriname?
Yes. Canada also maintains an Honorary Consul in Paramaribo, while the High Commission in Georgetown remains the responsible regional mission.