British representation in Canada
British Consulate General in Montreal
Contact details, opening hours and practical consular information for the British Consulate General in Montreal, Quebec.
Contact details
Contact the British Consulate General in Montreal
The British Consulate General in Montreal is headed by British Consul General David Michael Jones.
Montreal, QC H3A 3H3
Canada
Emergency assistance: British nationals can obtain urgent consular help 24 hours a day through the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.
Location
Where is the British Consulate General in Montreal?
The Consulate General is located at 2000 McGill College Avenue in central Montreal.
About the consulate
About the British Consulate General in Montreal
The British Consulate General in Montreal represents the United Kingdom government in Quebec.
The office forms part of the United Kingdom’s diplomatic and consular network in Canada alongside the British High Commission in Ottawa and British consulates general in Calgary, Toronto and Vancouver.
Consular services
Services at the British Consulate General
The Montreal office provides consular assistance to British nationals, but routine public services at the physical office are limited.
Emergency assistance
British nationals facing a serious incident such as hospitalisation, arrest, bereavement or another emergency can contact the FCDO for consular support.
Emergency travel documents
British nationals who need to travel urgently and cannot use their passport may be eligible for an emergency travel document, but appointments are arranged at other UK locations in Canada.
Visa and passport enquiries
The Montreal Consulate General does not provide UK visa services or standard British passport application services at the office.
No routine public services at this location: GOV.UK currently states that there are no services offered to the public at the Montreal office. Check the official guidance before travelling.
Appointments and opening hours
Can I visit the British Consulate General?
Public services: Although the office is open during published business hours, GOV.UK states that no routine services are offered to the public at this location.
Regional responsibility
Jurisdiction of the British Consulate General in Montreal
The British Consulate General in Montreal represents the United Kingdom government in the Province of Quebec.
Before you visit
What to check before contacting or visiting
Do not arrive without an appointment
Public access is by appointment only. Contact the FCDO first if you believe an in-person visit is necessary.
Check the correct UK service
Visa applications and standard British passport applications are handled through dedicated UK government services rather than the Montreal office.
Check holiday closures
The Consulate General publishes an annual list of public holidays. Emergency consular assistance remains available during office closures.
Frequently asked questions
British Consulate General in Montreal FAQ
Is there a British Consulate General in Montreal?
Yes. The United Kingdom maintains a British Consulate General in Montreal, Quebec.
Who is the British Consul General in Montreal?
David Michael Jones is the current British Consul General.
Where is the British Consulate General located?
The office is located at 2000 McGill College Avenue, Suite 1940, Montreal, Quebec H3A 3H3.
What is the phone number?
The current Quebec diplomatic directory lists +1 514 866 5863.
Which area does the Montreal Consulate General cover?
The Consulate General represents the UK government in the Province of Quebec.
What are the opening hours?
The office publishes hours from Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, excluding public holidays.
Can I visit without an appointment?
No. Public access is by appointment only.
Does the Montreal Consulate provide public consular services?
GOV.UK currently states that there are no routine services offered to the public at this location.
Can I apply for a UK visa there?
No. UK visa applications and enquiries are handled through UK Visas and Immigration.
Can I apply for a standard British passport there?
No. Standard British passport applications are handled through His Majesty’s Passport Office.