Canadian representation in the United States
Canadian Consulate General in San Francisco
Contact details, appointment hours, consular assistance and notarial services at the Consulate General of Canada in San Francisco, United States.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Consulate General in San Francisco
The Consulate General of Canada is located on California Street in San Francisco.
San Francisco, California 94104
United States
Appointments: General enquiries and consular services are available Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. by appointment.
Location
Where is the Canadian Consulate General in San Francisco?
The Consulate General is located at 580 California Street, 14th Floor, in downtown San Francisco.
About the consulate general
About the Consulate General of Canada in San Francisco
The Consulate General of Canada in San Francisco is an official Government of Canada mission serving Canadians in Northern California, Hawaii, Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands.
The office provides consular assistance to Canadians visiting or living in its regional district and supports Canada–United States economic, commercial and regional relations.
Canada’s principal diplomatic mission in the United States is the Embassy of Canada in Washington, D.C.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Consulate General in San Francisco
The San Francisco office provides consular assistance and selected document services to Canadians in its regional consular district.
Consular assistance
Canadians can contact the Consulate General for assistance during emergencies and other consular situations.
General enquiries
The office provides general information and guidance relating to Canadian consular matters.
Notarial services
Selected notarial services are available by appointment when suitable local alternatives are unavailable.
Urgent passport assistance
The office does not provide regular passport services. Canadians requiring urgent passport assistance should contact Canadian Citizen Services.
Citizenship information
Government of Canada offices in the United States do not provide citizenship application services.
Visa and immigration
Visa and immigration services in the United States are provided through the designated Canadian offices in Los Angeles and New York.
Opening hours
Opening hours at the Canadian Consulate General in San Francisco
Monday to Friday
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., by appointment.
Weekend
Saturday: Closed.
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 San Francisco, 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 passport urgently, contact Canadian Citizen Services at 1-844-880-6519 for instructions. Additional fees apply for urgent services.
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 San Francisco
Notarial services are provided only when suitable local alternatives are unavailable and are available by appointment.
Certified true copies
The office can certify eligible Canadian documents as true copies of the originals.
Passport Canada copies
The Consulate General can provide eligible certified true copies for Passport Canada purposes.
Marriage documents
The office can issue an eligible Statement in lieu of a Certificate of Non-impediment to Marriage Abroad.
Before booking: Documents must be in English or French or accompanied by an official translation. Contact the Consulate General before arranging a notarial appointment and use a suitable local notary when available.
Consular district
Areas served by the Canadian Consulate General in San Francisco
Northern California and Hawaii
The San Francisco Consulate General provides Canadian consular coverage for Northern California and Hawaii.
Guam and Northern Mariana Islands
The office also provides Canadian consular coverage for Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands.
Before you visit
Preparing to visit the Canadian Consulate General in San Francisco
Book an appointment
General enquiries, consular and notarial services are appointment-based. Arrange your visit before travelling to the office.
Do not bring routine passport applications
Regular passport applications are not accepted at Canadian government offices in the United States and must normally be sent to Canada by mail.
Use local notarial services when possible
The Consulate General provides notarial assistance only when appropriate local alternatives are unavailable.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Consulate General in San Francisco FAQ
Is there a Canadian consulate in San Francisco?
Yes. Canada maintains a Consulate General at 580 California Street, 14th Floor, in San Francisco.
Is the Canadian office in San Francisco a Consulate General?
Yes. Its official designation is the Consulate General of Canada in San Francisco, United States.
What is the telephone number?
The published telephone number is 1-844-880-6519.
What is the email address?
The published Canadian Citizen Services email address is ccs.scc@international.gc.ca.
When is the Canadian Consulate General in San Francisco open?
General enquiries and 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 San Francisco?
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 San Francisco?
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 San Francisco Consulate General provide notarial services?
Yes, but only when suitable local alternatives are unavailable. Selected services include certified true copies, Passport Canada certified copies and eligible marriage-related documents.
Does the San Francisco office provide Canadian visa services?
No. Visa and immigration services in the United States are provided through the Canadian offices in Los Angeles and New York.
Which areas are covered by the San Francisco Consulate General?
The consular district includes Northern California, Hawaii, Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands.