Consular representation of Denmark in Canada
Royal Danish Consulate General in Toronto
The Royal Danish Consulate General in Toronto provides passport, travel-document and other consular services for Danish citizens and supports Denmark’s official presence in Canada.
Contact details
Contact the Royal Danish Consulate General in Toronto
The Consulate General is located on Bloor Street West in downtown Toronto. Nikolaj Fredsted is currently serving as Interim Consul General and Trade Commissioner while Consul General Karina Bech is on maternity leave.
By appointment only
Appointment required: The Consulate General receives visitors by prior appointment only. Contact the office before travelling.
Consulate location
Where is the Danish Consulate General in Toronto?
The Royal Danish Consulate General is located at 2 Bloor Street West in downtown Toronto.
The current official address is 2 Bloor Street West, Suite 2109, Toronto, ON M4W 3E2, Canada.
About the mission
About the Royal Danish Consulate General in Toronto
The Royal Danish Consulate General in Toronto is Denmark’s career consular mission in Toronto and forms part of Denmark’s official diplomatic and consular network in Canada.
The Consulate General works alongside the Embassy of Denmark in Ottawa and Denmark’s network of honorary consulates across Canada.
In addition to consular work, the Toronto office is closely connected with the Trade Council of Denmark and supports Danish commercial interests in Canada.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs publishes a specific list of services available through the Royal Danish Consulate General in Toronto.
Biometric passports
Eligible Danish citizens can submit applications for biometric Danish passports in person at the Consulate General.
Passport extensions
The Consulate General can handle eligible extensions of existing Danish passports under the current rules.
Passports for children
Passport applications for eligible children under the age of 12 can be submitted through the Consulate General.
Provisional passports
The Consulate General can issue eligible provisional Danish passports in circumstances covered by Danish passport rules.
Translations
The Toronto office lists translation services among the consular services it provides.
Emergency assistance
Danish citizens can seek consular assistance in emergencies, with urgent out-of-hours cases supported through the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs 24/7 Emergency Centre.
Visiting arrangements
Appointments
The Royal Danish Consulate General in Toronto receives visitors by prior appointment only.
The current published opening hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m..
Telephone enquiries are handled on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m..
Contact the Consulate General at yyzgkl@um.dk before attending in person.
Do not rely on opening hours alone: The office states that in-person visits are available by appointment only.
Travel and residence
Visas and Residence Permits
The Royal Danish Consulate General in Toronto does not process ordinary visa or residence-permit applications.
Applicants in Canada submit Danish visa and residence-permit applications through VFS Global.
Visa applications submitted in Canada are processed by the Danish Consulate General in New York.
Use VFS Global for visa and permit applications: Do not send ordinary visa or residence-permit applications directly to the Toronto Consulate General.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check the procedure for your service and obtain a confirmed appointment before travelling to the Consulate General.
Book in advance
In-person consular service is available by appointment only. Contact the office before visiting.
Prepare passport documents
Biometric passport applications require personal attendance so that identity and biometric information can be verified and recorded.
Use the correct visa channel
Visa and residence-permit applicants should use VFS Global rather than submitting their applications to the Consulate General.
Consular fees: The Toronto Consulate General accepts several payment methods for applicable consular fees, including eTransfer, bank draft or money order, personal cheque and direct deposit. Check the current fee and payment instructions before your appointment.
Frequently asked questions
Royal Danish Consulate General Toronto FAQ
Is there a Danish Consulate General in Toronto?
Yes. Denmark operates the Royal Danish Consulate General at 2 Bloor Street West in Toronto.
Who is currently heading the Danish Consulate General in Toronto?
Nikolaj Fredsted is currently serving as Interim Consul General and Trade Commissioner while Consul General Karina Bech is on maternity leave.
What is the address of the Danish Consulate General?
The current official address is 2 Bloor Street West, Suite 2109, Toronto, ON M4W 3E2, Canada.
What is the telephone number?
The current official telephone number is +1 416 962 5669.
What are the opening hours?
The Consulate General currently lists opening hours from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on weekdays, by appointment only.
When can I call the Consulate General?
Telephone hours are currently Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Can I apply for a Danish biometric passport in Toronto?
Yes. Toronto is one of the Danish missions in Canada where eligible applicants can submit biometric passport applications in person.
Can the Consulate General issue a provisional passport?
Yes. Provisional passports are included in the current official list of services provided by the Toronto Consulate General.
Can I apply for a Danish visa at the Consulate General?
No. Ordinary visa applications in Canada are submitted through VFS Global and are processed by the Danish Consulate General in New York.
What number should Danish citizens use in an emergency?
For urgent assistance outside normal office hours, Danish citizens can contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs 24/7 Emergency Centre at +45 33 92 11 12.
Official information
Sources
Official Danish and Ontario government sources used to verify the mission, current management, address, contact details, opening hours and consular services.