Canadian representation in Mexico
Canadian Consulate General in Monterrey
Contact details, opening hours, consular, notarial and passport assistance for the Consulate General of Canada in Monterrey, Mexico.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Consulate General in Monterrey
The Consulate General of Canada is located in Torre Gomez Morin in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo León.
Ave. Gomez Morin No. 955, Suite 404
Col. Montebello
66279 San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo León
México
Appointments: General enquiries and consular services are available by appointment Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location
Where is the Canadian Consulate General in Monterrey?
The Consulate General is located in Torre Gomez Morin at Ave. Gomez Morin No. 955 in San Pedro Garza Garcia.
About the consulate general
About the Consulate General of Canada in Monterrey
The Canadian Consulate General in Monterrey is an official Government of Canada post serving Canadians in Nuevo León.
The office provides consular assistance and selected notarial services and also supports Canadian trade and investment activities in northern Mexico.
Canada’s principal diplomatic mission in Mexico is the Embassy of Canada in Mexico City.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Consulate General in Monterrey
The Monterrey office provides local consular assistance and selected document services to Canadian citizens.
Consular assistance
Canadians in Nuevo León can contact the Consulate General for assistance with emergencies and other consular matters.
Passport assistance
The office can review passport forms and supporting documents before the complete application is sent to the Embassy of Canada in Mexico City.
Urgent passport cases
Urgent cases involving travel in less than 20 working days can be assessed individually by the Monterrey consular team.
Notarial services
Selected notarial services are available by appointment, including certified copies, declarations and signature certification.
Apostille services
The office can issue apostilles for certain eligible original Canadian documents under current Government of Canada procedures.
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 Monterrey
Monday to Friday
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., by appointment.
Weekend
Saturday: Closed.
Sunday: Closed.
Service schedule: The same published appointment hours apply to general enquiries and consular services.
Passport services
Canadian passport services in Monterrey
The Monterrey Consulate General provides passport assistance but does not process routine passport applications locally.
Application review
The Consulate General can review passport forms and supporting documents to help ensure that the application is complete before submission.
Submit to Mexico City
Complete regular passport applications must be mailed to the Embassy of Canada in Mexico City. In-person regular passport applications are accepted only at the Embassy in Mexico City by appointment.
Urgent and lost passports
Contact the Monterrey office directly if your valid passport is lost or stolen or if you need to travel in less than 20 working days.
Processing time: The current published processing time for a complete regular passport application is 20 business days, excluding holidays and postal delivery time.
Notarial services
Notarial services in Monterrey
The Consulate General provides selected notarial services by appointment.
Certified copies
The office can certify eligible copies of certain Canadian documents as true copies of the originals.
Declarations and signatures
Eligible affidavits, statutory declarations, sworn statements and signatures may be certified by a consular officer.
Apostilles
The office can issue apostilles for certain original Canadian documents, including eligible civil-status documents and some RCMP criminal record certificates.
Before booking: Send a scanned copy of the document to monterreyconsular@international.gc.ca so the office can confirm whether the requested notarial or apostille service is available.
Consular district
Area served by the Canadian Consulate General in Monterrey
Nuevo León
The Government of Canada lists Nuevo León as the consular district served by the Consulate General in Monterrey.
Before you visit
Preparing to visit the Canadian Consulate General in Monterrey
Book an appointment
General enquiries and consular services are appointment-based. Arrange your visit before travelling to the office.
Do not submit routine passports there
The Monterrey office can review passport documents, but regular complete applications are processed through the Embassy in Mexico City.
Send notarial documents first
Email a scanned copy before attending so the Consulate General can confirm whether it can provide the requested notarial or apostille service.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Consulate General in Monterrey FAQ
Is there a Canadian Consulate General in Monterrey?
Yes. Canada maintains a Consulate General at Torre Gomez Morin in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo León.
What is the telephone number?
The published telephone numbers are +52 81 2088 3200 and +52 81 2088 3201.
What is the consular email address?
The published consular email address is monterreyconsular@international.gc.ca.
When is the Canadian Consulate General in Monterrey open?
General enquiries and consular services are available by appointment Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Can I submit a regular Canadian passport application in Monterrey?
No. The Consulate General can review your documents, but complete regular applications are submitted to the Embassy of Canada in Mexico City.
What should I do if my passport is lost or stolen?
Contact the Monterrey office directly by email with your personal details, travel itinerary and an explanation of the situation. A police report is recommended.
Does Monterrey handle urgent passport cases?
Yes. If you need to travel in less than 20 working days, contact the Consulate General. Urgent requests are assessed individually.
Does the Consulate General provide notarial services?
Yes. Selected notarial services are available by appointment, including certified copies, statutory declarations and signature certification.
Can the Consulate General issue apostilles?
Yes. Apostille services are available for certain eligible original Canadian documents.
Which area does the Monterrey Consulate General serve?
The Consulate General serves Nuevo León.