Consular representation of Colombia in Canada
Colombian Consulate General in Vancouver
The Consulate General of Colombia in Vancouver provides passport, identity document, civil registration, notarial and other consular services for residents of British Columbia, Yukon and the Northwest Territories.
Contact details
Contact the Colombian Consulate General in Vancouver
The Consulate General is located on West Georgia Street in downtown Vancouver and is headed by Consul General Jorge Humberto Ojeda Bueno.
Before visiting: Several consular procedures require an appointment. Check the current instructions for your specific service before travelling to the Consulate.
Consulate location
Where is the Colombian Consulate General in Vancouver?
The Consulate General is located on West Georgia Street in downtown Vancouver, close to Burrard Station.
The current official address is 1090 West Georgia Street, Suite 1340, Vancouver, BC V6E 3V7, Canada.
About the mission
About the Colombian Consulate General in Vancouver
The Consulate General of Colombia in Vancouver is one of Colombia’s career consular missions in Canada.
The mission is headed by Consul General Jorge Humberto Ojeda Bueno and provides consular services to Colombian citizens and eligible foreign applicants within its western Canadian district.
Colombia also maintains its Embassy in Ottawa and other Consulates General in Canada.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Vancouver Consulate General provides a broad range of official Colombian consular procedures.
Colombian passports
Eligible Colombian citizens can apply in person for Colombian passports. The Consulate takes the applicant’s photograph during the procedure.
Identity documents
The mission processes eligible procedures involving Colombian cédulas de ciudadanía and identity cards.
Civil registration
Eligible births, marriages and deaths can be registered through the Consulate according to Colombian civil-registration requirements.
Notarial procedures
The Consulate performs eligible notarial acts, including signature authentication, powers of attorney and other procedures permitted under Colombian law.
Public deeds
Certain public deeds can be executed at the Consulate, subject to the applicable legal requirements and restrictions.
Travel authorization for minors
Eligible parents or guardians can complete authorization procedures for minors travelling from Colombia.
Certificates
The Consulate provides eligible certificates, including life certificates and certain residence or corporate-existence certifications.
Visas and nationality
The mission provides information and assistance relating to Colombian visa and nationality procedures.
Consular assistance
Colombian citizens within the consular district can contact the mission for guidance and assistance, including in urgent situations.
Visiting arrangements
Appointments
The Consulate General uses an appointment system for several in-person consular procedures.
Appointments are currently required for passports, Colombian identity-document procedures, civil registrations, notarial procedures and nationality matters.
The Consulate currently states that in-person minor travel authorizations and life certificates may be handled without a prior appointment.
Appointments should be booked through the official online booking system linked from the Consulate website.
Appointments are free: Use only the official appointment system published by the Consulate. No intermediary is required to obtain a consular appointment.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Colombian Consulate General in Vancouver
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Colombia assigns the Vancouver Consulate General responsibility for western and northern parts of Canada.
- British Columbia
- Yukon
- Northwest Territories
Residents outside this district should use the Colombian diplomatic or consular mission responsible for their place of residence.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Review the current requirements for your procedure and confirm whether an appointment is required before travelling to the Consulate.
Check appointment requirements
Passports, identity documents, civil registrations, notarial services and nationality procedures currently require appointments.
Prepare your documents
Each procedure has different documentary requirements. Review the official instructions before attending your appointment.
Check your jurisdiction
The Vancouver Consulate serves British Columbia, Yukon and the Northwest Territories.
Canadian documents: Canadian certificates that are to be used in Colombian procedures may need to be apostilled and translated into Spanish. Check the requirements for your specific procedure before submitting documents.
Frequently asked questions
Colombian Consulate General Vancouver FAQ
Is there a Colombian Consulate General in Vancouver?
Yes. Colombia operates a Consulate General at 1090 West Georgia Street in downtown Vancouver.
Who is the Colombian Consul General in Vancouver?
Jorge Humberto Ojeda Bueno is currently serving as Consul General of Colombia in Vancouver.
What is the address of the Colombian Consulate General?
The current official address is 1090 West Georgia Street, Suite 1340, Vancouver, BC V6E 3V7, Canada.
What are the current public service hours?
The Consulate’s current service information lists in-person public service from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Which areas does the Vancouver Consulate General serve?
Its consular district covers British Columbia, Yukon and the Northwest Territories.
Do I need an appointment?
Appointments are currently required for passports, Colombian identity documents, civil registrations, notarial procedures and nationality matters. Some other services may be available without an appointment.
Does the Consulate provide Colombian passport services?
Yes. Eligible Colombian citizens can apply for passports through the Vancouver Consulate General.
Can births and marriages be registered at the Consulate?
Yes. The Consulate provides eligible civil-registration procedures for births, marriages and deaths.
Does the Consulate provide notarial services?
Yes. The mission handles eligible notarial procedures, including certain powers of attorney, signature authentications and public deeds.
What is the emergency consular assistance number?
The Consulate currently publishes +1 778 239 1674 for consular assistance and emergencies.
Official information
Sources
Official Colombian government sources used to verify the mission, current contact information, services, appointments and consular district.