Canadian representation in Greece
Canadian Embassy in Athens
Contact details, passport and consular services, appointments and practical information for the Embassy of Canada to Greece in Athens.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Embassy in Athens
The Embassy of Canada to Greece is located in Chalandri, Athens.
Chalandri
152 31 Athens
Greece
Before visiting: The embassy is open for general walk-in access during published weekday hours, while consular, passport and notarial services require an appointment.
Location
Where is the Canadian Embassy in Athens?
The embassy is located at 48 Ethnikis Antistaseos Street in Chalandri, Athens.
About the embassy
About the Embassy of Canada to Greece
The Canadian Embassy in Athens is Canada’s resident diplomatic mission in Greece.
The embassy supports the longstanding bilateral relationship between Canada and Greece and provides Government of Canada services to Canadian citizens visiting or living in the country.
Canada and Greece have maintained diplomatic relations for more than 80 years, supported by close political, economic and people-to-people ties.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Embassy in Athens
The embassy provides passport, citizenship, notarial and other services for Canadian citizens.
Passport services
Canadian citizens can submit passport applications in person after booking an appointment or send completed applications to the embassy by mail or courier.
Citizenship services
Eligible paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship can be mailed to the Consular Section of the embassy when an online application is not available.
Notarial services
The embassy provides selected notarial services by appointment, including eligible certified copies and witnessing signatures.
Birth abroad
Official Government of Canada information is available for Canadians dealing with the birth of a child outside Canada.
Emergency assistance
Canadian citizens requiring urgent help 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 and hours
Opening hours and appointments at the Canadian Embassy in Athens
The embassy publishes separate hours for general access and appointment-based consular services.
General embassy hours
General walk-in hours are currently Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Consular services
Consular services are currently available by appointment Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Passport services
Passport appointments are currently available Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Notarial services
Notarial appointments are currently available Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Check before travelling: Hours may change during a large-scale emergency or official closure. Confirm your appointment before visiting for a consular, passport or notarial service.
Passport services
Canadian passport services in Athens
The embassy accepts Canadian passport applications either in person by appointment or by mail or courier.
Apply in person
Applicants who want to present their documents in person must first book a passport appointment with the embassy.
Apply by mail or courier
Completed passport applications can also be sent to the Embassy of Canada in Athens by mail or courier.
Payment: Passport service fees must be paid online before completing and submitting the passport application.
Before you visit
What to check before visiting the embassy
Book an appointment
Consular, passport and notarial services require an appointment even though the embassy publishes broader general walk-in hours.
Consider submitting by mail
Passport applications and eligible paper citizenship applications can be sent to the embassy instead of being presented in person.
Prepare your documents
Review the current requirements and make sure all forms, identification, supporting documents and payments are complete before submission.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Embassy in Athens FAQ
Is there a Canadian Embassy in Greece?
Yes. Canada maintains an embassy in Athens, officially designated the Embassy of Canada to Greece, in Athens.
Where is the Canadian Embassy in Athens?
The embassy is located at 48 Ethnikis Antistaseos Street, Chalandri, 152 31 Athens, Greece.
What is the telephone number for the Canadian Embassy in Athens?
The embassy’s published telephone number is +30 210 727 3400.
What is the consular email address?
Consular enquiries can be sent to athns-cs@international.gc.ca.
What are the general opening hours?
The embassy currently publishes general walk-in hours Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Do I need an appointment for consular services?
Yes. Consular services are currently provided by appointment Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Athens?
Yes. Passport applications can be presented in person after booking an appointment or sent to the embassy by mail or courier.
Does the embassy provide notarial services?
Yes. Selected notarial services are provided by appointment, including eligible certified copies and witnessing signatures.
Is there another Canadian consular office in Greece?
Yes. Canada also maintains a Consulate in Thessaloniki that provides consular, general enquiry and notarial services.