Canadian representation in Nepal
Canadian Consulate in Kathmandu
Contact details, opening hours and consular and notarial services for the Consulate of Canada in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Consulate in Kathmandu
The Consulate of Canada is located in the Khusibu area of Kathmandu.
Khusibu
Kathmandu
Nepal
Kathmandu
Nepal
Walk-in services: General and consular services are currently available Monday to Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Location
Where is the Canadian Consulate in Kathmandu?
The Consulate is located at Kaldhara Marg 20356 in Khusibu, Kathmandu.
About the consulate
About the Consulate of Canada in Kathmandu
The Canadian Consulate in Kathmandu is headed by an Honorary Consul and provides local consular assistance to Canadians visiting or living in Nepal.
The Government of Canada currently identifies Buddha Basnyat as the Honorary Consul of Canada to Nepal.
Canada’s broader diplomatic and full-service consular representation for Nepal is provided through the High Commission of Canada in New Delhi, India.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Consulate in Kathmandu
The Kathmandu office provides local consular assistance and selected notarial services.
Consular assistance
Canadians in Nepal can contact the Consulate for local consular assistance and guidance.
Notarial services
The Consulate provides selected notarial services, including certified copies, signature witnessing and certain authentication or attestation services.
Marriage documents
The office can provide selected document services connected with marriage abroad, including eligible statements in lieu of a certificate of non-impediment.
Passport information
Canadian passport applications from Nepal are submitted to the High Commission of Canada in New Delhi rather than processed routinely in Kathmandu.
Citizenship information
Citizenship applications are not accepted by the Kathmandu Consulate and are handled through the High Commission in New Delhi.
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 in Kathmandu
Monday to Friday
10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., walk-in.
Weekend
Saturday: Closed.
Sunday: Closed.
Passport services: The current office schedule lists passport services as closed throughout the week. Follow the New Delhi submission procedure for regular Canadian passport applications.
Notarial services
Notarial services in Kathmandu
The Consulate provides selected notarial services to Canadian citizens and, in limited cases, to non-Canadians when documents are intended for use in Canada.
Certified copies
The office can certify eligible documents as true copies of the originals.
Witnessing signatures
A consular officer can witness eligible signatures on documents intended for use in Canada.
Authentication and attestations
Selected documents and signatures may be authenticated or attested where the current Government of Canada requirements are met.
Document language: Documents must be in English or French or accompanied by an official translation into English or French. Where signature witnessing is required, sign the document in front of the consular officer.
Passport services
Canadian passport services for Nepal
Regular Canadian passport applications from Nepal are handled through the High Commission of Canada in New Delhi.
Submit to New Delhi
Send your completed passport application directly to the Consular Section of the High Commission of Canada in New Delhi by traceable mail or commercial courier.
Pay online
Passport service fees can be paid online before completing and submitting the application.
Do not rely on Kathmandu for routine passport processing: The current Kathmandu office schedule lists passport services as closed, and official instructions direct applicants to New Delhi.
Citizenship services
Canadian citizenship services for Nepal
Citizenship applications are not accepted at the Canadian Consulate in Kathmandu.
High Commission in New Delhi
For Canadian citizenship applications and proof of citizenship procedures requiring consular handling, follow the current instructions of the High Commission of Canada in New Delhi.
Before you visit
Preparing to visit the Canadian Consulate in Kathmandu
Check the service you need
The Consulate offers local consular and notarial services, but passport and citizenship applications are handled through New Delhi.
Use published walk-in hours
General and consular services are currently available Monday to Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Prepare notarial documents
Bring the original documents and any required English or French translation. Do not sign documents in advance when signature witnessing is required.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Consulate in Kathmandu FAQ
Is there a Canadian consulate in Kathmandu?
Yes. Canada maintains a Consulate at Kaldhara Marg 20356 in Khusibu, Kathmandu.
Is the Canadian Consulate in Kathmandu an honorary post?
Yes. Travel.gc.ca identifies the office as an Honorary Consul of Canada, and Global Affairs Canada identifies Buddha Basnyat as the Honorary Consul of Canada to Nepal.
What is the telephone number?
The published telephone number is +977 1 4987910.
What is the email address?
The published email address is kathmandu@international.gc.ca.
When is the Canadian Consulate in Kathmandu open?
General enquiries and consular services are currently available as walk-in services Monday to Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Kathmandu?
Regular passport applications from Nepal should be sent directly to the Consular Section of the High Commission of Canada in New Delhi by traceable mail or commercial courier.
Does the Kathmandu Consulate provide notarial services?
Yes. Selected notarial services are available, including certified copies, signature witnessing and certain authentication or attestation services.
Can I submit a citizenship application in Kathmandu?
No. Citizenship applications are not accepted at the Kathmandu Consulate. Follow the current instructions of the High Commission of Canada in New Delhi.
Which Canadian mission provides full services for Nepal?
The High Commission of Canada in New Delhi, India, provides broader diplomatic and full consular support for Nepal.