Canadian representation in Brazil
Canadian Consulate General in São Paulo
Contact details, opening hours, passport, citizenship and consular services for the Consulate General of Canada in São Paulo, Brazil.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Consulate General in São Paulo
The Consulate General of Canada is located in the Centro Empresarial Nações Unidas complex in São Paulo.
Av. das Nações Unidas, 12901, 16º andar
04578-000 São Paulo – SP
Brazil
Appointments: General enquiries, passport, consular and notarial services are provided by appointment during the published service hours.
Location
Where is the Canadian Consulate General in São Paulo?
The Consulate General is located on the 16th floor of the North Tower at Centro Empresarial Nações Unidas.
About the consulate general
About the Consulate General of Canada in São Paulo
The Canadian Consulate General in São Paulo is one of Canada’s principal diplomatic and consular offices in Brazil.
The office provides passport, citizenship, notarial and other consular services to Canadians across most of Brazil. Canada also maintains an Embassy in Brasília and a Consulate General in Rio de Janeiro.
The São Paulo office is headed by Consul General Joanne Lemay.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Consulate General in São Paulo
The Consulate General provides a broad range of services for Canadian citizens in its consular district.
Passport services
The São Paulo office processes regular Canadian passport applications for residents of most Brazilian states.
Citizenship services
Eligible paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship can be mailed to the Consulate General. Citizenship applications cannot currently be submitted in person.
Notarial services
The Consulate General provides limited notarial and authentication services where a Canadian consular function is specifically required.
Apostille services
The office can issue apostilles for certain eligible Canadian public documents. Contact the Consulate before submitting documents to confirm eligibility.
Emergency assistance
Emergency consular assistance for Canadians is available 24 hours a day through the Government of Canada.
Visa and immigration
Visa and immigration enquiries are handled through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and the official IRCC web form.
Opening hours
Opening hours at the Canadian Consulate General in São Paulo
General enquiries
Monday to Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., by appointment.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., by appointment.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
Consular, passport and notarial services
Monday to Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., by appointment.
Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., by appointment.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
Office closures: The Consulate General observes designated Canadian and Brazilian holidays. Hours may change during a large-scale emergency.
Passport and citizenship services
Canadian passport services in São Paulo
The Consulate General is the main passport processing centre for Canadians living in most Brazilian states.
Regular passport applications
Regular passport applications should normally be sent by Sedex to the Consular Section of the Consulate General in São Paulo.
Urgent travel
Canadians travelling within 20 business days, or those with accessibility needs requiring an in-person appointment, should contact the Consulate for guidance before attending.
Lost or stolen passports
If a Canadian passport is lost, stolen, damaged or inaccessible, contact the Consulate immediately for instructions on replacement and emergency travel options.
Citizenship: Paper citizenship certificate applications must be mailed to the São Paulo Consulate General. They cannot currently be submitted in person.
Consular district
Areas served by the Canadian Consulate General in São Paulo
For passport services, the São Paulo office serves Canadian citizens throughout Brazil except in three states.
São Paulo service area
The Consulate General provides passport services to Canadians residing in every Brazilian state except Rio de Janeiro, Espírito Santo and Minas Gerais.
Rio de Janeiro service area
Residents of Rio de Janeiro, Espírito Santo and Minas Gerais are served by the Consulate General of Canada in Rio de Janeiro.
Before you visit
Preparing to contact or visit the Consulate General
Book an appointment
In-person passport, consular and notarial services are appointment-based. Confirm your eligibility and book before visiting.
Use mail for regular passports
Regular passport applications are normally submitted by Sedex rather than in person.
Check your service area
Residents of Rio de Janeiro, Espírito Santo and Minas Gerais should use the Consulate General in Rio de Janeiro for passport services.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Consulate General in São Paulo FAQ
Is there a Canadian Consulate General in São Paulo?
Yes. Canada maintains a Consulate General at Centro Empresarial Nações Unidas, Torre Norte, Av. das Nações Unidas 12901, 16th floor.
What is the telephone number?
The published telephone number is +55 11 5509 4321.
What is the consular email address?
Consular enquiries can be sent to spaloconsular-consulaire@international.gc.ca.
Who is the Consul General of Canada in São Paulo?
Joanne Lemay is the Consul General of Canada in São Paulo.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in São Paulo?
Yes. The Consulate General processes regular passport applications for residents of most Brazilian states. Regular applications should normally be sent by Sedex.
Which Brazilian states are not served by São Paulo for passport services?
Rio de Janeiro, Espírito Santo and Minas Gerais are served by the Consulate General of Canada in Rio de Janeiro.
Can I submit a citizenship application in person?
No. Eligible paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship must currently be sent by mail to the Consulate General in São Paulo.
Does the Consulate General provide notarial services?
Yes. Limited notarial and authentication services are available where a Canadian consular function is specifically required.
Does the office provide apostille services?
Yes, for certain eligible Canadian public documents. Applicants should contact the Consulate first to confirm whether their document qualifies.