Australian consular representation in Canada
Australian Consulate in Vancouver
The Australian Consulate in Vancouver provides passport, notarial and consular assistance for Australians in British Columbia and several western and northern Canadian provinces and territories.
Contact details
Contact the Australian Consulate in Vancouver
The Australian Consulate and Trade Commission is located on West Georgia Street in downtown Vancouver.
Appointments: Passport and notarial services are available by appointment only. Book an appointment before travelling to the Consulate.
Consulate location
Where is the Australian Consulate in Vancouver?
The Australian Consulate is located on West Georgia Street in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia.
The official address is Suite 2050, 1075 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 3C9, Canada.
About the mission
About the Australian Consulate in Vancouver
The Australian Consulate in Vancouver forms part of Australia’s diplomatic and consular network in Canada together with the Australian High Commission in Ottawa and the Australian Consulate-General in Toronto.
The Vancouver office provides consular assistance to Australians, processes eligible Australian passport applications and offers a limited range of notarial services.
The office also houses Austrade, the Australian Government’s trade and investment agency, which supports Australian businesses and promotes trade and investment between Australia and Canada.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Australian Consulate provides services for Australian citizens within its consular district.
Passport services
Australian citizens can lodge eligible passport applications at the Vancouver Consulate by appointment. Some applicants may also qualify to submit a passport application by mail.
Consular assistance
The Consulate provides assistance to Australians facing serious difficulties such as emergencies, accidents, hospitalization, arrest or other significant problems while in Canada.
Notarial services
The Vancouver office performs a limited range of Australian notarial services, including witnessing certain Commonwealth forms and certifying supporting documents for Commonwealth purposes.
Emergency passports
Eligible Australian citizens who need urgent travel documents can contact the Consulate for guidance about emergency passport procedures.
Travel assistance
Consular staff can provide information and assistance to Australian citizens in accordance with the Australian Consular Services Charter.
Trade and investment
Austrade operates from the Vancouver office and assists Australian exporters and Canadian businesses interested in investing in Australia.
Visas and immigration: The Australian Consulate in Vancouver does not handle Australian visa, immigration or citizenship enquiries. These matters are handled by the Australian Department of Home Affairs.
Visiting the consulate
Appointments
Passport and notarial services at the Australian Consulate in Vancouver are provided by appointment only.
Appointments can be booked through the Australian Government’s online booking system. The mission states that appointments cannot normally be made more than two months in advance.
Applicants seeking notarial services are encouraged to speak with a consular officer before arranging travel because some notarial acts cannot be completed at the Vancouver office and may instead require assistance from the Australian High Commission in Ottawa.
Urgent passport travel: Earlier appointments are generally considered only where an applicant can demonstrate a genuine need for an emergency passport. Pre-booked holiday travel is not considered an emergency.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Australian Consulate in Vancouver
The Vancouver Consulate provides consular assistance across a large part of western and northern Canada.
The official Australian Government jurisdiction currently includes:
- Alberta
- British Columbia
- Manitoba
- Northwest Territories
- Nunavut
- Saskatchewan
- Yukon
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Review the official instructions for your passport, notarial or consular request before travelling to the Vancouver office.
Book an appointment
Passport and notarial services are by appointment only. Make sure you have a confirmed booking before visiting.
Bring the required documents
Passport applications can require original identity documents, photographs and supporting records. Check the relevant checklist before attending.
Check whether Vancouver can provide the service
Some notarial services are not available at the Vancouver Consulate. Contact the office in advance if you are unsure where your document must be processed.
Frequently asked questions
Australian Consulate Vancouver FAQ
Is there an Australian Consulate in Vancouver?
Yes. Australia operates a Consulate and Trade Commission at 1075 West Georgia Street in Vancouver, British Columbia.
What is the address of the Australian Consulate in Vancouver?
The Consulate is located at Suite 2050, 1075 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 3C9, Canada.
What is the telephone number?
The current Australian Government contact number is +1 604 694 6160.
What are the office hours?
The Consulate currently publishes office hours from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
Do I need an appointment for an Australian passport?
Yes. Passport services at the Vancouver Consulate are provided by appointment unless an applicant qualifies for an approved mail-in procedure.
Does the Vancouver Consulate provide notarial services?
Yes, but only a limited range of notarial services is available. Some matters may need to be handled by the Australian High Commission in Ottawa.
Which areas are covered by the Vancouver Consulate?
The consular district covers Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Saskatchewan and Yukon.
Can the Consulate help with an Australian visa?
No. Australian visa, immigration and citizenship matters are handled by the Department of Home Affairs, not by the Consulate in Vancouver.
Official information
Sources
Official Australian Government sources used to verify the Vancouver office, its jurisdiction and current consular procedures.