Consular representation of Belgium in Canada
Belgian Consulate General in Montreal
The Consulate General of Belgium in Montreal is Belgium’s principal consular office in Canada and provides passport, identity card, visa, nationality and other consular services.
Contact details
Contact the Belgian Consulate General in Montreal
The Consulate General is located on Sherbrooke Street West in central Montreal and is headed by Consul General Wilfried Pfeffer.
Before visiting: Many consular procedures require an appointment or a specific application process. Check the instructions for your service before travelling to the Consulate General.
Consulate location
Where is the Belgian Consulate General in Montreal?
The Consulate General is located at 1000 Sherbrooke Street West in downtown Montreal, close to Peel and McGill metro stations.
The current official address is 1000 Sherbrooke Street West, Suite 1400, Montreal, QC H3A 3G4, Canada.
About the mission
About the Belgian Consulate General in Montreal
The Consulate General of Belgium in Montreal is Belgium’s central consular authority for residents of Canada. It represents, protects and administers the Belgian community within its consular jurisdiction.
The Consulate General also represents Belgium in its relations with authorities in Quebec and the Atlantic provinces and maintains contacts with economic, academic and civil-society organisations.
Unlike the Belgian Embassy in Ottawa, the Montreal Consulate General handles Belgium’s regular consular services in Canada.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Montreal Consulate General provides a broad range of services to Belgian citizens and eligible visa applicants.
Belgian passports
Registered Belgian citizens can apply for new biometric passports and passport renewals through the Consulate General.
Belgian identity cards
Eligible Belgians living abroad can apply for or renew Belgian electronic identity cards, known as eIDs.
Visas for Belgium
The Consulate General handles eligible short-stay Schengen and long-stay visa applications for Belgium from residents of Canada.
Nationality and civil status
The mission handles eligible matters concerning Belgian nationality and civil-status procedures for Belgian citizens within its jurisdiction.
Consular registration
Belgian citizens residing within the jurisdiction can register in the Consulate General’s consular population register when eligible.
Assistance to Belgian citizens
The Consulate General provides assistance to Belgian nationals abroad, including support in certain emergency situations.
Belgian pensions
The Consulate General publishes guidance for eligible Belgian pension matters and related procedures for residents abroad.
Electoral matters
Belgian citizens registered abroad can obtain information concerning applicable Belgian electoral procedures through the Consulate General.
Biometric services
The mission collects biometric data for passports and eIDs and periodically organises Flying Consul biometric missions in other Canadian cities.
Visiting the consulate
Appointments
Appointment requirements depend on the consular service you need. Applicants should follow the instructions published for their particular procedure.
Passport applications and renewals generally require the applicant to appear in person at the Consulate General by appointment so that biometric data can be collected.
Applications for Belgian eIDs also require an in-person appointment. Appointments for these procedures are made through the official online booking system rather than by telephone or email.
Visa procedures differ according to the visa category. Short-stay applicants generally require an appointment unless an official exemption applies, while certain long-stay applications are submitted by post.
Check your procedure first: Do not book an appointment until you have reviewed the official requirements for the passport, eID, visa or other service you need.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Belgian Consulate General in Montreal
The Consulate General has a broad official jurisdiction extending beyond Canada.
- Canada
- Bermuda
- Territorial Collectivity of Saint-Pierre and Miquelon
For residents of these territories who require Belgian consular services, the Montreal Consulate General is the principal Belgian consular point of contact.
The Consulate General is also Belgium’s only representation in Canada authorised to issue visas for stays in Belgium or the Schengen area. It additionally represents Luxembourg in Canada for short-stay and long-stay visa matters.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Review the official instructions for your specific procedure before travelling to the Consulate General.
Check whether you need an appointment
Passport and eID procedures require appointments, while visa and other services follow their own submission rules.
Bring the required documents
Application forms, identification, proof of residence and other supporting documents vary by service. Incomplete applications may not be accepted.
Check current fees
Belgian consular fees in Canada are paid in Canadian dollars and are adjusted periodically. Confirm the current amount and accepted payment method before applying.
Frequently asked questions
Belgian Consulate General Montreal FAQ
Is there a Belgian Consulate General in Montreal?
Yes. Belgium operates a Consulate General at 1000 Sherbrooke Street West in Montreal, Quebec.
What is the address of the Belgian Consulate General?
The current official address is 1000 Sherbrooke Street West, Suite 1400, Montreal, QC H3A 3G4, Canada.
What are the public opening hours?
The Consulate General is currently open to the public from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except on official closing days.
Who is the Belgian Consul General in Montreal?
Wilfried Pfeffer is currently listed as Consul General of Belgium in Montreal.
Which areas are covered by the Consulate General?
Its official jurisdiction covers all of Canada, Bermuda and the Territorial Collectivity of Saint-Pierre and Miquelon.
Can I apply for a Belgian passport in Montreal?
Yes. Eligible Belgian citizens registered with the Consulate General can apply for Belgian passports. Adult applicants generally need to attend in person by appointment for biometric data collection.
Does the Consulate General issue Belgian visas?
Yes. The Montreal Consulate General is the only Belgian representation in Canada authorised to provide Belgian visa services. Procedures depend on the type of visa being requested.
Do I need an appointment?
It depends on the service. Passport and eID applications require appointments, while visa and other procedures may have different submission requirements. Check the official instructions before visiting.
Does the Belgian Embassy in Ottawa provide consular services?
No. Belgium states that the Embassy in Ottawa does not exercise regular consular competence. Residents requiring Belgian consular services should contact the Consulate General in Montreal.
Official information
Sources
Official Belgian government sources used to verify the Consulate General’s contact information, jurisdiction, opening hours and consular services.