Canadian representation in the United States
Canadian Consulate General in Seattle
Contact details, appointment hours, consular assistance and notarial services at the Consulate General of Canada in Seattle, United States.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Consulate General in Seattle
The Consulate General of Canada is located on 4th Avenue in downtown Seattle, Washington.
Seattle, Washington 98101
United States
Appointments: General enquiries and consular services are available Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. by appointment.
Location
Where is the Canadian Consulate General in Seattle?
The Consulate General is located at 1501 4th Ave, Suite 600, in downtown Seattle.
About the consulate general
About the Consulate General of Canada in Seattle
The Consulate General of Canada in Seattle is an official Government of Canada mission serving Canadians in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington.
The office provides consular assistance to Canadians visiting or living in the Pacific Northwest and Alaska and supports Canada–United States economic, political and regional relations.
Canada’s principal diplomatic mission in the United States is the Embassy of Canada in Washington, D.C.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Consulate General in Seattle
The Seattle office provides consular assistance and selected document services to Canadians in its four-state consular district.
Consular assistance
Canadians can contact the Consulate General for assistance during emergencies and other consular situations in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington.
General enquiries
The office provides general information and guidance relating to Canadian consular matters.
Notarial services
Limited notarial services are available by appointment when the required service is not available from a suitable local provider.
Urgent passport assistance
The office does not provide regular passport services. Canadians requiring urgent passport assistance should contact Canadian Citizen Services.
Citizenship information
Government of Canada offices in the United States do not provide citizenship application services.
Visa and immigration
The Seattle Consulate General does not provide visa or immigration services and does not receive visa clients.
Opening hours
Opening hours at the Canadian Consulate General in Seattle
Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., by appointment.
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., by appointment.
Weekend
Saturday: Closed.
Sunday: Closed.
Emergency assistance: Office hours may change during a large-scale emergency. Emergency Canadian consular assistance remains available 24 hours a day.
Passport services
Canadian passport services in the United States
Government of Canada offices in the United States, including the Consulate General in Seattle, do not provide regular passport services.
Regular passport applications
Canadian passport applications from the United States must be sent to Canada by mail according to the current Government of Canada passport procedures.
Urgent passport assistance
If you need a passport urgently, contact Canadian Citizen Services at 1-844-880-6519 for instructions. Additional fees apply for urgent services.
Citizenship services
Canadian citizenship services in the United States
Government of Canada offices in the United States do not provide citizenship services.
Apply online or by mail
Use the current Government of Canada citizenship procedures to apply online where eligible or submit the required application to Canada according to the current instructions.
Notarial services
Notarial services in Seattle
The Consulate General provides limited notarial services when the required service is not available from a local third-party provider such as a notary public. Requests are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Witnessing signatures
The Consulate General can witness eligible signatures when the current consular requirements are met.
Certified copies
The office can provide certified copies of eligible documents when the service is appropriate for consular handling.
Marriage documents
The office can provide an eligible Statement in Lieu of Certificate of Non-Impediment to Marriage Abroad.
Limited service: Use an appropriate local notary public whenever the required service is available locally. Contact Canadian Citizen Services before arranging a consular notarial appointment.
Consular district
States served by the Canadian Consulate General in Seattle
Washington and Oregon
The Seattle Consulate General provides Canadian consular coverage for Washington and Oregon.
Alaska and Idaho
Alaska and Idaho are also included in the Seattle consular district.
Before you visit
Preparing to visit the Canadian Consulate General in Seattle
Book an appointment
General enquiries, consular and notarial services are appointment-based. Arrange your visit before travelling to the office.
Do not bring routine passport applications
Regular passport applications are not accepted at Canadian government offices in the United States and must be sent to Canada by mail.
Use local notarial services when possible
The Consulate General provides limited notarial assistance only when an appropriate local service provider cannot provide the required service.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Consulate General in Seattle FAQ
Is there a Canadian consulate in Seattle?
Yes. Canada maintains a Consulate General at 1501 4th Ave, Suite 600, in Seattle, Washington.
Is the Canadian office in Seattle a Consulate General?
Yes. Its official designation is the Consulate General of Canada in Seattle, United States.
What is the telephone number?
The published telephone number is 1-844-880-6519.
What is the email address?
The published Canadian Citizen Services email address is ccs.scc@international.gc.ca.
When is the Canadian Consulate General in Seattle open?
General enquiries and consular services are available by appointment Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Seattle?
No. Government of Canada offices in the United States do not provide regular passport services. Applications must be sent to Canada by mail.
Can I submit a Canadian citizenship application in Seattle?
No. Government of Canada offices in the United States do not provide citizenship services. Follow the current online or mail application procedures.
Does the Seattle Consulate General provide notarial services?
Yes, but only on a limited basis when the required service is not available from a suitable local provider. Available services include witnessing eligible signatures, certified copies and certain marriage-related documents.
Does the Seattle office provide Canadian visa services?
No. The Seattle Consulate General does not provide visa or immigration services and does not receive visa clients. These services are offered through the Canadian offices in Los Angeles and New York.
Which states are covered by the Seattle Consulate General?
The Seattle consular district includes Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington.