Canadian representation in the United States
Canadian Consulate General in Los Angeles
Contact details, appointment hours, consular assistance and visa and immigration services at the Consulate General of Canada in Los Angeles, United States.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Consulate General in Los Angeles
The Consulate General of Canada is located on South Hope Street in downtown Los Angeles.
Los Angeles, California 90071-2327
United States
Appointments: General office services and consular services are appointment-based. Confirm the correct service and appointment time before visiting.
Location
Where is the Canadian Consulate General in Los Angeles?
The Consulate General is located at 550 South Hope Street, 9th Floor, in downtown Los Angeles.
About the consulate general
About the Consulate General of Canada in Los Angeles
The Consulate General of Canada in Los Angeles is an official Government of Canada mission serving Canadians in Southern California, Arizona and Nevada.
The office provides consular assistance and also supports Canada–United States economic, political, cultural and commercial relations across the region.
Los Angeles is also one of the Canadian offices in the United States that provides visa and immigration services.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Consulate General in Los Angeles
The Los Angeles office provides consular assistance and selected services to Canadians in its regional consular district.
Consular assistance
Canadians can contact the Consulate General for assistance during emergencies and other consular situations in Southern California, Arizona and Nevada.
General enquiries
The office provides general information and guidance relating to Canadian consular matters.
Notarial services
Notarial requests are assessed on a case-by-case basis when suitable local alternatives are not available and resources permit.
Urgent passport assistance
The office does not provide regular passport services. Canadians requiring urgent passport assistance should contact Canadian Citizen Services for instructions.
Citizenship information
Government of Canada offices in the United States do not provide citizenship application services.
Visa and immigration
The Los Angeles office provides Canadian visa and immigration services and handles related enquiries through its designated immigration contact channel.
Opening hours
Opening hours at the Canadian Consulate General in Los Angeles
General office hours
Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., by appointment.
Monday to Friday: 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., by appointment.
Consular services
Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., by appointment.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
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 the United States
Government of Canada offices in the United States, including the Consulate General in Los Angeles, do not provide regular passport services.
Regular passport applications
Canadian passport applications from the United States must normally be sent to Canada by mail according to the current Government of Canada passport procedures.
Urgent passport assistance
If you need a Canadian passport urgently, contact Canadian Citizen Services at 1-844-880-6519 for instructions.
Citizenship services
Canadian citizenship services in the United States
Government of Canada offices in the United States do not provide citizenship application services.
Apply online or by mail
Use the current Government of Canada citizenship procedures to apply online where eligible or send the required application directly to Canada by mail.
Notarial services
Notarial services in Los Angeles
Notarial service requests are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Limited consular notarial services
The Consulate General may provide eligible notarial services when no suitable local option is available and the office has sufficient resources to assist.
Certified Canadian documents
Certified copies are limited to eligible Canadian documents under the current Government of Canada procedures.
Before requesting service: Local U.S. notarial services should normally be used when available. Contact the Consulate General first if you believe Canadian consular notarization is required.
Visa and immigration
Canadian visa and immigration services in Los Angeles
The Los Angeles Consulate General is one of the designated Canadian offices in the United States providing visa and immigration services.
Immigration enquiries
Visa and immigration enquiries for the Los Angeles office can be directed to lnglsquestions@international.gc.ca.
Applications
Use the current Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada procedures to apply to visit, study, work or immigrate to Canada.
Before visiting: Immigration procedures depend on the type and status of your application. Check current IRCC instructions and book an appointment when the office requires one.
Consular district
Areas served by the Canadian Consulate General in Los Angeles
Southern California
The Los Angeles Consulate General provides Canadian consular coverage for Southern California.
Arizona
Arizona is included in the Los Angeles consular district.
Nevada
The office also provides Canadian consular coverage for Nevada.
Before you visit
Preparing to visit the Canadian Consulate General in Los Angeles
Book an appointment
General office and consular services are appointment-based. Confirm the correct appointment type before travelling to the office.
Do not bring routine passport applications
Regular Canadian passport applications are not accepted locally and must normally be sent to Canada using the current mail-in procedure.
Check immigration procedures
Visa and immigration cases follow separate IRCC procedures. Review the current requirements before contacting or visiting the office.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Consulate General in Los Angeles FAQ
Is there a Canadian consulate in Los Angeles?
Yes. Canada maintains a Consulate General at 550 South Hope Street, 9th Floor, in Los Angeles.
Is the Canadian office in Los Angeles a Consulate General?
Yes. Its official designation is the Consulate General of Canada in Los Angeles, United States.
What is the telephone number?
The published Canadian Citizen Services telephone number is 1-844-880-6519.
What is the consular email address?
The published consular email address is ccs.scc@international.gc.ca.
When are consular services available?
Consular services are available by appointment Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Los Angeles?
No. Government of Canada offices in the United States do not provide regular passport services. Applications must normally be sent to Canada by mail.
Can I submit a Canadian citizenship application in Los Angeles?
No. Government of Canada offices in the United States do not provide citizenship application services. Apply online where eligible or send the application directly to Canada by mail.
Does the Los Angeles Consulate General provide notarial services?
Selected notarial requests may be accepted on a case-by-case basis when there is no suitable local alternative and sufficient resources are available.
Does the Los Angeles office provide Canadian visa services?
Yes. The Consulate General provides visa and immigration services. Applicants should follow current Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada procedures.
Which areas are covered by the Los Angeles Consulate General?
The consular district includes Arizona, Nevada and Southern California.