British representation in Canada
British Consulate General in Toronto
Contact details, appointments and practical consular information for the British Consulate General in Toronto, Ontario.
Contact details
Contact the British Consulate General in Toronto
The British Consulate General in Toronto is headed by British Consul General Fouzia Younis MBE.
Toronto, ON M5G 2G2
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 Toronto?
The Consulate General is located at 777 Bay Street in downtown Toronto.
About the consulate
About the British Consulate General in Toronto
The British Consulate General in Toronto is one of the United Kingdom’s principal career consular and government offices in Canada.
The mission supports UK interests in Ontario and provides consular assistance to British nationals while also contributing to wider political, economic and commercial relations.
Consular services
Services at the British Consulate General
The Toronto office provides selected consular services and assistance to British nationals.
Emergency assistance
British nationals facing serious situations such as hospitalisation, arrest, bereavement or other emergencies can request consular assistance.
Notarial and documentary services
Selected notarial and documentary services may be available in accordance with current GOV.UK guidance and appointment requirements.
Visa and passport enquiries
The Toronto Consulate General does not provide UK visa application services or standard British passport application services directly at the office.
Check the service first: Not every UK government service is provided at the Consulate General. Review the current GOV.UK guidance before travelling.
Appointments and access
Can I visit the British Consulate General?
Public access to the British Consulate General in Toronto is by appointment only.
Telephone availability: GOV.UK publishes telephone hours of 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday to Thursday and 9:00 am to 12:00 pm on Friday, excluding public holidays. Emergency consular assistance remains available 24/7.
Before you visit
What to check before contacting or visiting
Arrange an appointment
Public access is by appointment only. Do not travel to the office without confirming that your service requires an in-person visit.
Check the correct UK service
Standard British passport applications and UK visa matters are handled through dedicated UK government services.
Use the FCDO contact service
For emergency assistance or general consular enquiries, use the official Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office contact service.
Frequently asked questions
British Consulate General in Toronto FAQ
Is there a British Consulate General in Toronto?
Yes. The United Kingdom maintains a British Consulate General in Toronto, Ontario.
Who is the British Consul General in Toronto?
Fouzia Younis MBE is the current British Consul General.
Where is the British Consulate General located?
The office is located at 777 Bay Street, Suite 2800, Toronto, Ontario M5G 2G2.
What is the telephone number?
The official telephone number is +1 416 593 1290.
Can I visit without an appointment?
No. Public access to the British Consulate General is by appointment only.
Does the Toronto Consulate provide UK visa services?
No. UK visa applications and enquiries are handled through UK Visas and Immigration rather than directly by the Consulate General.
Can I apply for a standard British passport there?
No. Standard British passport applications are handled through His Majesty’s Passport Office.
Does the office provide notarial services?
Selected notarial and documentary services are available according to current GOV.UK guidance. Check the official service information and appointment requirements before visiting.
How do I obtain emergency consular assistance?
British nationals can contact the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office for emergency assistance 24 hours a day.