Canadian representation in the Azores
Canadian Consulate in Ponta Delgada
Contact details, opening hours and consular assistance for the Consulate of Canada in Ponta Delgada, São Miguel, Azores.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Consulate in Ponta Delgada
The Consulate of Canada is located on Rua D’Agua in Ponta Delgada on São Miguel Island.
9500-040 Ponta Delgada
São Miguel, Azores
Portugal
Consular walk-in hours: Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. General enquiries during these hours are by appointment.
Location
Where is the Canadian Consulate in Ponta Delgada?
The Consulate is located at Rua D’Agua, 28, in Ponta Delgada on São Miguel Island in the Azores.
About the consulate
About the Consulate of Canada in Ponta Delgada
The Canadian Consulate in Ponta Delgada is headed on an honorary basis and provides a local Canadian consular presence in the Azores.
The office serves as a local point of contact for Canadians visiting or living in the region.
Canada’s principal diplomatic and full-service consular mission in Portugal is the Embassy of Canada in Lisbon, which also has responsibility for the Azores and Madeira.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Consulate in Ponta Delgada
The Government of Canada confirms general enquiries and consular services at the Ponta Delgada office.
Consular assistance
Canadians in the Azores can contact or visit the Consulate for local consular assistance and guidance.
General enquiries
The office provides general consular information by appointment during its published weekday hours.
Regional support
The Embassy of Canada in Lisbon provides the broader range of passport, citizenship, notarial and diplomatic services for Canadians in Portugal.
Passport information
Passport procedures for Canadians in Portugal are handled through the Embassy of Canada in Lisbon.
Citizenship information
Paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship are submitted to the Embassy of Canada in Lisbon.
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 Ponta Delgada
Consular services
Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., walk-in.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
General enquiries
Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., by appointment.
Saturday and 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 for the Azores
The current Government of Canada instructions direct Canadian passport applications in Portugal to the Embassy of Canada in Lisbon.
Submit by mail
Completed passport applications can be sent by registered or traceable mail to the Consular Services section of the Embassy of Canada in Lisbon.
Submit in person
Applicants can also book an appointment with the Embassy in Lisbon to present their passport documents in person.
Urgent passport cases: Lost, stolen or damaged passports and travel required in less than 20 business days should be discussed directly with the Embassy of Canada in Lisbon.
Citizenship services
Canadian citizenship services for the Azores
If a paper application for proof of Canadian citizenship is required, it should be sent to the Embassy of Canada in Lisbon rather than to the Ponta Delgada Consulate.
Embassy of Canada in Lisbon
Follow the current Government of Canada instructions for citizenship applications and send required paper applications to the Consular – Citizenship Services section of the Embassy in Lisbon.
Notarial services
Notarial services for Canadians in the Azores
The Government of Canada publishes notarial procedures for Portugal, including certified copies, witnessing signatures and apostille services. The detailed instructions direct clients to the Embassy of Canada in Lisbon for these services.
Before submitting documents: Contact lsbon.consular@international.gc.ca with a scanned copy of the document so the consular team can confirm whether the requested service is available and where it should be completed.
Before you visit
Preparing to visit the Canadian Consulate in Ponta Delgada
Use the correct hours
Consular services are available as a walk-in service Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. General enquiries are by appointment.
Check where your service is handled
Passport, citizenship and specialized document procedures are generally handled through the Embassy of Canada in Lisbon.
Contact before travelling
For a specialized service, contact the Canadian consular team first to confirm whether it can be handled in Ponta Delgada or requires Lisbon.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Consulate in Ponta Delgada FAQ
Is there a Canadian consulate in the Azores?
Yes. Canada maintains a Consulate at Rua D’Agua, 28, in Ponta Delgada on São Miguel Island.
Is the Canadian Consulate in Ponta Delgada an honorary post?
Yes. Travel.gc.ca identifies the office as an Honorary Consul of Canada, while Global Affairs Canada officially names it the Consulate of Canada to Portugal, in Ponta Delgada.
What is the telephone number?
The published telephone number is +351 296 281 488.
What is the email address?
The published email address is lsbon.consular@international.gc.ca.
When is the Canadian Consulate in Ponta Delgada open?
Consular services are available as a walk-in service Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. General enquiries during the same hours are by appointment.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Ponta Delgada?
The current Government of Canada passport instructions for Portugal direct applications to the Embassy of Canada in Lisbon, either by registered or traceable mail or in person by appointment.
Can I submit a Canadian citizenship application in Ponta Delgada?
Paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship should be sent to the Consular – Citizenship Services section of the Embassy of Canada in Lisbon.
Where are notarial and apostille services handled?
The detailed Government of Canada instructions for Portugal direct these services through the Embassy of Canada in Lisbon. Contact the consular team before submitting documents.
Which Canadian embassy provides full services for the Azores?
The Embassy of Canada in Lisbon provides broader diplomatic and consular services for Portugal, including the Azores and Madeira.