Canadian representation in the United Arab Emirates
Canadian Embassy in Abu Dhabi
Contact details, passport and consular services, appointments and practical information for the Embassy of Canada to the United Arab Emirates in Abu Dhabi.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Embassy in Abu Dhabi
The Embassy of Canada to the United Arab Emirates is located in the West Tower of Abu Dhabi Trade Towers at Abu Dhabi Mall.
West Tower, 9th Floor
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
Before visiting: General, consular, passport and notarial services operate by appointment. Check the schedule for the specific service you need before travelling to the embassy.
Location
Where is the Canadian Embassy in Abu Dhabi?
The embassy is located on the ninth floor of the West Tower at Abu Dhabi Trade Towers, next to Abu Dhabi Mall.
About the embassy
About the Embassy of Canada to the United Arab Emirates
The Canadian Embassy in Abu Dhabi is Canada’s resident diplomatic mission in the United Arab Emirates.
Canada and the United Arab Emirates maintain extensive political, economic and commercial relations, with cooperation in areas including trade, investment, technology, energy, security and international affairs.
Canada is represented in the UAE by the Embassy in Abu Dhabi and a Consulate General in Dubai.
The mission in Abu Dhabi is headed by Radha Krishna Panday, Ambassador of Canada to the United Arab Emirates.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Embassy in Abu Dhabi
The embassy provides passport, citizenship, notarial and other consular services for Canadian citizens.
Passport services
Canadian passport applications can be presented in person by appointment. Passport service fees must be paid online before the application is completed.
Citizenship services
Eligible paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship can be mailed to the embassy or deposited in the Consular Services drop box.
Notarial services
The embassy provides selected notarial services by appointment, including certified copies, signature witnessing, statutory declarations and document authentication services.
Marriage abroad
The embassy does not perform, witness or register marriages, but it can notarize a statement in lieu of a certificate of non-impediment to marriage when required by local authorities.
Emergency assistance
Canadian citizens requiring urgent assistance can contact the embassy during business hours. Emergency consular assistance is available 24 hours a day through Canada’s Emergency Watch and Response Centre.
Visa and immigration
Applications to visit, study, work or immigrate to Canada are handled through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and its official application channels.
Appointments
Appointments at the Canadian Embassy in Abu Dhabi
The embassy publishes separate appointment schedules for general, consular, passport and notarial services.
General embassy appointments
General appointments are currently available Monday to Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Consular appointments
Consular services are currently available by appointment Monday to Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Passport appointments
Passport appointments are currently available Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Notarial appointments
Notarial services are currently available by appointment on Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Check before travelling: Hours may change during a large-scale emergency or official closure. Confirm your appointment before visiting.
Passport services
Canadian passport services in Abu Dhabi
The Embassy of Canada in Abu Dhabi provides Canadian passport services in person by appointment.
Book an appointment
Book an appointment before presenting your passport application documents in person at the embassy.
Pay online
All passport service fees must be paid online before completing your application. Keep the payment receipt with your application documents.
Passport retention: The embassy lists a passport retention service for applicants who need to keep a valid passport while a new application is being processed. An additional fee applies.
Dubai option: The Consulate General of Canada in Dubai also provides Canadian passport services by appointment.
Before you visit
What to check before visiting the embassy
Book the correct service
Passport and notarial services have their own appointment schedules, so make sure you book the service that matches your needs.
Use the citizenship drop box
Eligible paper citizenship applications can be left in the Consular Services drop box Monday to Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Consider the Dubai office
Canada also maintains a Consulate General in Dubai with passport, consular and notarial services, which may be more convenient for residents of Dubai and the Northern Emirates.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Embassy in Abu Dhabi FAQ
Is there a Canadian Embassy in the United Arab Emirates?
Yes. Canada maintains an embassy in Abu Dhabi, officially designated the Embassy of Canada to the United Arab Emirates, in Abu Dhabi.
Where is the Canadian Embassy in Abu Dhabi?
The embassy is located on the ninth floor of the West Tower at Abu Dhabi Trade Towers, next to Abu Dhabi Mall.
What is the telephone number for the Canadian Embassy in Abu Dhabi?
The embassy’s published telephone number is +971 (0)2 6940 300.
What is the embassy email address?
General and consular enquiries can be sent to abdbi@international.gc.ca.
Who is the Canadian Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates?
Global Affairs Canada currently lists Radha Krishna Panday as Ambassador of Canada to the United Arab Emirates.
When are consular appointments available?
Consular services are currently available by appointment Monday to Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Abu Dhabi?
Yes. Book an appointment to present your passport application documents in person and pay the applicable passport fees online before completing your application.
Can I drop off a citizenship application?
Yes. Eligible paper citizenship applications can be deposited in the Consular Services drop box during the published weekday drop-off hours.
Does the embassy provide notarial services?
Yes. Selected notarial services are available by appointment, including certified copies, signature witnessing and statutory declarations.
Is there another Canadian consular office in the UAE?
Yes. Canada also maintains a Consulate General in Dubai that provides consular, passport and notarial services.