Canadian representation in the United Arab Emirates
Canadian Consulate General in Dubai
Contact details, opening hours, passport, citizenship, notarial and consular services at the Consulate General of Canada in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Consulate General in Dubai
The Consulate General of Canada is located in Jumeirah Emirates Towers on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai.
Sheikh Zayed Road
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Appointments: Consular, passport and notarial services require an appointment. Book the appropriate service before visiting the Consulate General.
Location
Where is the Canadian Consulate General in Dubai?
The Consulate General is located on the 19th floor of Jumeirah Emirates Towers on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai.
About the consulate general
About the Consulate General of Canada in Dubai
The Consulate General of Canada in Dubai is a full Government of Canada mission providing consular and document services to Canadians visiting or living in the United Arab Emirates.
Canada’s principal diplomatic mission in the country is the Embassy of Canada in Abu Dhabi. The Consulate General in Dubai provides a broad range of services locally and also supports Canada’s interests in Dubai and the Northern Emirates.
The office provides consular, passport, citizenship and selected notarial services.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Consulate General in Dubai
The Consulate General provides a broad range of Government of Canada services to Canadians in the United Arab Emirates.
Consular assistance
Canadians in the UAE can contact the Consulate General for assistance during emergencies and other consular situations abroad.
Passport services
Canadian passport applications can be presented in person by appointment.
Citizenship services
Paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship can be mailed directly to the Consular Section of the Consulate General in Dubai.
Notarial services
The office provides selected notarial services, including certified copies, statutory declarations, signature authentication and other eligible document services.
Marriage documents
The Consulate General can notarize eligible statements in lieu of a certificate of non-impediment to marriage abroad.
Emergency assistance
Emergency Canadian consular assistance is available 24 hours a day through the Government of Canada.
Opening hours
Opening hours at the Canadian Consulate General in Dubai
Consular services
Monday to Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., by appointment.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., by appointment.
Notarial services
Monday and Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., by appointment.
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: Closed.
Weekend
Saturday: Closed.
Sunday: Closed.
Service schedules vary: Passport, notarial and other document services may have different appointment availability. Confirm the correct appointment type before visiting.
Passport services
Canadian passport services in Dubai
The Consulate General provides regular Canadian passport services.
Prepare your application
Complete the appropriate Canadian passport application and pay the applicable service fees online before attending your appointment.
Present documents in person
Book an appointment to present your completed passport application and supporting documents at the Consulate General.
Payment: Passport application fees must be paid online before submission.
Citizenship services
Canadian citizenship services in Dubai
The Consulate General accepts paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship from applicants who are not eligible to use the online process.
Mail a paper application
Send your completed paper application and all required supporting documents to the Consular Section – Citizenship Services, Consulate General of Canada, P.O. Box 504948, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Fees: Citizenship application fees are paid online according to the current Government of Canada fee schedule.
Notarial services
Notarial services in Dubai
The Consulate General provides selected notarial services by appointment.
Certified true copies
The office can certify eligible copies of original documents, including certain government-issued identification documents.
Oaths and declarations
Consular officials can administer eligible oaths and receive statutory declarations or affirmations.
Signature authentication
The office can authenticate or witness eligible signatures and certify the signature and seal of certain authorities where current requirements are met.
Marriage documents
The office can issue an eligible statement in lieu of a certificate of non-impediment to marriage abroad.
UAE document authentication
Documents issued in the United Arab Emirates must first be certified by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs before the Canadian office can authenticate them where applicable.
Canadian documents
Canadian documents may require prior authentication by the appropriate Canadian authority before the Consulate General can provide further certification.
Before you visit
Preparing to visit the Canadian Consulate General in Dubai
Book the correct appointment
Passport, notarial and general consular services use appointment-based procedures. Select the service you need before attending.
Pay required fees online
Passport and citizenship fees must be paid online according to the current Government of Canada instructions.
Prepare notarial documents
Check whether your document requires prior authentication or certification before bringing it to the Consulate General.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Consulate General in Dubai FAQ
Is there a Canadian consulate in Dubai?
Yes. Canada maintains a Consulate General on the 19th floor of Jumeirah Emirates Towers on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai.
Is the Canadian office in Dubai a Consulate General?
Yes. Its official designation is the Consulate General of Canada in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
What is the address?
The published street address is 19th Floor, Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
What is the telephone number?
The published telephone number is +971 (4) 404-8444.
What is the consular email address?
The published consular email address is dubaiconsular@international.gc.ca.
When are consular services available?
Consular services are available by appointment Monday to Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Dubai?
Yes. Complete your passport application, pay the applicable fees online and book an appointment to present your documents in person.
Can I submit a Canadian citizenship application in Dubai?
Yes. Applicants who are required to submit a paper application for proof of citizenship can mail it to the Consular Section of the Consulate General in Dubai.
Does the Dubai Consulate General provide notarial services?
Yes. Selected notarial services are available by appointment, including certified copies, declarations, signature authentication and eligible marriage-related documents.
Which Canadian embassy is responsible for the United Arab Emirates?
The Embassy of Canada in Abu Dhabi is Canada’s principal diplomatic mission in the United Arab Emirates, while the Consulate General in Dubai provides a broad range of services locally.