Diplomatic representation of Bulgaria in Canada
Bulgarian Embassy in Ottawa
The Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in Ottawa represents Bulgaria in Canada and operates a Consular Section for Bulgarian citizens and other eligible applicants.
Contact details
Contact the Bulgarian Embassy in Ottawa
The Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria is located on Stewart Street in Ottawa. Its Consular Section receives visitors by prior appointment.
Appointment required: Consular services are provided by prior appointment. Send your request to Consular.Ottawa@mfa.bg and explain the type of service required before travelling to the embassy.
Embassy location
Where is the Bulgarian Embassy in Ottawa?
The Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria is located at 325 Stewart Street in Ottawa.
The official address is 325 Stewart Street, Ottawa, ON K1N 6K5, Canada.
Consular visitors should arrange an appointment before travelling to the embassy. The Consular Section publishes visitor hours from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
About the mission
About the Bulgarian Embassy in Ottawa
The Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in Ottawa is Bulgaria’s resident diplomatic mission in Canada.
The embassy represents Bulgaria in its official relations with Canada and supports political dialogue, economic and investment ties, cultural relations and cooperation between the two countries.
The embassy also operates a Consular Section. Bulgaria maintains additional consular representation in Canada, including a Consulate General in Toronto.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Consular Section of the Bulgarian Embassy in Ottawa provides a range of official services. Requirements depend on the particular procedure and applicants should check the current instructions before requesting an appointment.
Bulgarian identity documents
Bulgarian citizens can contact the Consular Section regarding eligible Bulgarian identity-document procedures. Appointment requests should state the number and ages of applicants where relevant.
Visas for Bulgaria
Foreign nationals who require a visa for Bulgaria can obtain information from the Consular Section about the applicable visa procedure and supporting documents.
Document certification
The Consular Section handles eligible document-certification and authentication procedures. Applicants requesting certification should provide details about the type and number of documents when arranging an appointment.
Other consular matters
The embassy provides additional consular assistance according to Bulgarian law and the requirements applicable to each individual service.
Check the procedure first: When requesting an appointment, provide information about the service you need. For identity documents, include the number and ages of applicants where applicable; for certifications, describe the documents and type of certification required.
Planning your visit
Appointments at the Bulgarian Embassy
Consular services at the Bulgarian Embassy in Ottawa are provided by prior appointment.
To request an appointment, email Consular.Ottawa@mfa.bg or the embassy’s general email address.
The appointment request should explain the type of consular service required and provide relevant details. For applications involving identity documents, the embassy asks for information including the number and ages of applicants. For document certification, applicants should indicate the number and type of documents and the certification required.
The Consular Section’s published visitor hours are 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m..
For consular consultations by telephone, the embassy states that citizens may call between 3:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. on working days, excluding Bulgarian and Canadian non-working days.
Do not arrive without an appointment: Arrange your consular visit in advance and wait for confirmation before travelling to the embassy.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Prepare for your consular appointment by checking the current requirements and providing the embassy with enough information about the service you need.
Arrange your appointment
Email the Consular Section in advance and explain the type of service you require. Personal consular visits are handled by prior appointment.
Prepare your documents
Check the official requirements for your procedure and bring the required identification, forms, supporting documents and originals where applicable.
Check closing days
The embassy observes official non-working days. Check current embassy notices before travelling, particularly around Bulgarian and Canadian public holidays.
Emergency assistance: The embassy publishes the out-of-hours number +1 613 316 1631. Use an emergency contact for urgent situations rather than routine consular enquiries.
Frequently asked questions
Bulgarian Embassy Ottawa FAQ
What is the address of the Bulgarian Embassy in Ottawa?
The Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria is located at 325 Stewart Street, Ottawa, ON K1N 6K5, Canada.
What is the telephone number of the Bulgarian Embassy?
The embassy and its Consular Section can be contacted at +1 613 789 3215.
What are the consular visiting hours?
The Bulgarian Embassy publishes Consular Section visitor hours from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Consular services are provided by prior appointment.
Do I need an appointment for consular services?
Yes. Consular services are provided by prior appointment. Send an email to Consular.Ottawa@mfa.bg explaining the service you require and wait for confirmation before visiting.
When can I call the embassy about a consular matter?
The embassy states that telephone consultations are available between 3:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. on working days, excluding non-working days observed in Bulgaria and Canada.
Does Bulgaria also have a Consulate General in Canada?
Yes. In addition to the Embassy and Consular Section in Ottawa, Bulgaria maintains a Consulate General in Toronto.
Official information
Sources
Official sources used to verify the mission, contact details, consular hours and appointment arrangements on this page.