Canadian representation in Türkiye
Canadian Consulate General in Istanbul
Contact details, opening hours, passport, citizenship, notarial and consular services at the Consulate General of Canada in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Consulate General in Istanbul
The Consulate General of Canada is located in Tekfen Tower on Buyukdere Caddesi in Istanbul.
Tekfen Tower, 4.Levent
Istanbul 34394
Türkiye
Consular appointments: Consular services are available Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. by appointment.
Location
Where is the Canadian Consulate General in Istanbul?
The Consulate General is located in Tekfen Tower at Buyukdere Caddesi No: 209 in the 4.Levent area of Istanbul.
About the consulate general
About the Consulate General of Canada in Istanbul
The Consulate General of Canada in Istanbul is a full Canadian government mission providing consular and document services to Canadians visiting or living in Türkiye.
Canada’s principal diplomatic mission in Türkiye is the Embassy of Canada in Ankara. The Istanbul Consulate General provides a broad range of services locally, including passport, citizenship and notarial services.
The official consular district published for the Istanbul office is Istanbul.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Consulate General in Istanbul
The Consulate General provides a broad range of Government of Canada services.
Consular assistance
Canadians in Istanbul can contact the Consulate General for consular assistance, including support during emergencies and other difficult situations abroad.
Passport services
Canadian passport applications can be submitted in person by appointment or sent by mail or courier.
Citizenship services
Paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship can be mailed to the Consulate General or dropped off at Tekfen Tower.
Notarial services
Selected notarial services are available, including statutory declarations, certain certified copies and documents relating to marriage abroad.
Visa and immigration
Visa and immigration information is available through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. Applicants should use the appropriate IRCC procedures and web form for case-specific enquiries.
Emergency assistance
Emergency Canadian consular assistance is available 24 hours a day through the Government of Canada.
Opening hours
Opening hours at the Canadian Consulate General in Istanbul
General office hours
Monday to Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m., by appointment.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., by appointment.
Consular services
Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., by appointment.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
Passport and notarial services
Passport appointments: Monday and Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Notarial appointments: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Emergency assistance: Office hours may change during a large-scale emergency. Emergency Canadian consular assistance remains available 24 hours a day.
Passport services
Canadian passport services in Istanbul
The Consulate General provides regular Canadian passport services.
Apply in person
Complete your passport application, pay the applicable fee online and book an appointment to submit your application in person.
Mail or courier
Completed passport applications can also be mailed or sent by courier to the Consular Section of the Consulate General.
Document drop-off
Completed applications may also be dropped off at the entrance during working hours without booking an appointment.
Processing: Processing times begin once a correctly completed application, all required supporting documents, photographs and proof of online payment have been received.
Citizenship services
Canadian citizenship services in Istanbul
The Consulate General accepts paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship when an applicant is required to use the paper process.
Send by mail
Paper applications can be mailed to the Consular Section of the Consulate General of Canada at Tekfen Tower.
Drop off in person
Applications can also be left with security at Tekfen Tower during the published drop-off hours.
Drop-off hours: Monday to Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., except public holidays.
Notarial services
Notarial services in Istanbul
The Consulate General provides selected notarial services and information on Canadian documents intended for use in Türkiye.
Statutory declarations
Consular officers can administer eligible oaths and receive statutory declarations or affirmations.
Certified copies
The office can provide eligible certified true copies for Passport Canada purposes.
Marriage documents
The Consulate General can provide information about the single-status declaration and other Canadian documentation that may be requested by Turkish authorities for marriage.
Apostilles: Canada joined the Apostille Convention on January 11, 2024. Canadian documents that require authentication for use in Türkiye may need an apostille from the competent Canadian authority rather than consular authentication.
Before you visit
Preparing to visit the Canadian Consulate General in Istanbul
Book the correct appointment
Passport, consular and notarial services use different appointment schedules. Check the service you require before visiting.
Prepare passport documents
Complete the correct passport form, gather all required supporting documents and photographs and pay the applicable fees online.
Check authentication requirements
If your Canadian document is intended for use in Türkiye, verify whether it requires an apostille under the Apostille Convention rather than a traditional consular authentication.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Consulate General in Istanbul FAQ
Is there a Canadian consulate in Istanbul?
Yes. Canada maintains a Consulate General at Tekfen Tower on Buyukdere Caddesi in Istanbul.
Is the Canadian office in Istanbul a Consulate General?
Yes. Its official designation is the Consulate General of Canada in Istanbul, Türkiye.
What is the address?
The published address is Buyukdere Caddesi No: 209, Tekfen Tower, 4.Levent, Istanbul 34394, Türkiye.
What is the telephone number?
The published telephone number is +90 (212) 385-9700.
What is the consular email address?
The published consular email address is istbl-consular@international.gc.ca.
When are consular services available?
Consular services are available by appointment Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Istanbul?
Yes. Passport applications can be submitted in person by appointment or sent by mail or courier. Completed applications can also be dropped off at the entrance during working hours.
Can I submit a Canadian citizenship application in Istanbul?
Yes. Applicants who are required to use a paper application for proof of citizenship can mail it to the Consulate General or use the published drop-off procedure.
Does the Istanbul Consulate General provide notarial services?
Yes. Selected notarial services are available, including statutory declarations, certain certified copies and assistance with eligible documents related to marriage abroad.
Which Canadian embassy is responsible for Türkiye?
The Embassy of Canada in Ankara is Canada’s principal diplomatic mission in Türkiye, while the Consulate General in Istanbul provides a broad range of services locally.