Canadian representation in Germany
Canadian Embassy in Berlin
Contact details, passport and consular services, appointments and practical information for the Embassy of Canada to Germany in Berlin.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Embassy in Berlin
The Embassy of Canada to Germany is located at Leipziger Platz in central Berlin.
10117 Berlin
Germany
Before visiting: Access to the embassy is by appointment. Routine passport applications normally do not require an in-person visit and can be submitted by mail or left with security at the embassy entrance.
Location
Where is the Canadian Embassy in Berlin?
The embassy is located at Leipziger Platz 17 in Berlin’s Mitte district.
About the embassy
About the Embassy of Canada to Germany
The Canadian Embassy in Berlin is Canada’s resident diplomatic mission in the Federal Republic of Germany.
Canada and Germany established formal diplomatic relations in 1951. Canada’s embassy was relocated from Bonn to Berlin in 1999, and the current embassy building at Leipziger Platz was inaugurated in 2005.
The embassy supports political, economic, security, cultural and other bilateral relations between Canada and Germany and provides Government of Canada services to Canadians visiting or living in Germany.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Embassy in Berlin
The embassy provides passport, citizenship, notarial and other consular services for Canadian citizens.
Passport services
Adult and child passport applications can normally be submitted by registered or traceable mail. Applicants can also leave completed applications with security at the embassy entrance.
Citizenship services
Eligible paper applications for Canadian citizenship certificates can be mailed to the embassy or deposited in the reception drop box during published weekday hours.
Notarial services
The embassy provides selected notarial services by appointment, including certified copies, witnessing certain signatures and declarations, and statements in lieu of a certificate of non-impediment to marriage abroad.
Marriage abroad
Canadians marrying in Germany may be asked for a certificate of non-impediment. The embassy can issue a statement in lieu of this certificate for use in Germany.
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
Visa and immigration services for Germany are handled through the Embassy of Canada in Vienna and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
Appointments
Appointments at the Canadian Embassy in Berlin
The embassy currently publishes the same appointment period for general, consular, passport and notarial services.
General appointments
General appointments are currently available Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Consular, passport and notarial appointments
Consular, passport and notarial appointments are currently available Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Appointment required for entry: Access to the embassy is permitted by appointment. Applications that do not require an appointment can be left with security at the entrance.
Passport services
Canadian passport services in Berlin
Most Canadian passport applications do not need to be submitted in person at the embassy. Completed applications can be sent by registered or traceable mail or left with security at the embassy entrance.
Apply by mail
Send the completed application, required documents and a copy of the online payment receipt by registered or traceable mail to the Embassy of Canada, Consular Section, Leipziger Platz 17, 10117 Berlin.
Drop off your application
If you do not want to mail your application, you can leave it with security at the embassy entrance without entering the embassy.
Urgent travel
If you need to travel in less than 20 working days, contact the consular section by email and provide details of the emergency before submitting your application.
Processing time: The embassy currently states a passport processing time of 20 working days from receipt of a complete application, excluding public holidays and postal delivery time. Passports are printed in Canada.
Before you visit
What to check before visiting the embassy
Check whether a visit is necessary
Most passport and eligible citizenship applications can be submitted without entering the embassy.
Book notarial services
Notarial services are provided by appointment. Documents must be in English or French or accompanied by an official translation into English or French.
Pay fees correctly
Passport fees must be paid online. Bank transfer is not available for passport applications handled through the embassy.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Embassy in Berlin FAQ
Is there a Canadian Embassy in Germany?
Yes. Canada maintains an embassy in Berlin, officially designated the Embassy of Canada to Germany, in Berlin.
Where is the Canadian Embassy in Berlin?
The embassy is located at Leipziger Platz 17, 10117 Berlin, Germany.
What is the telephone number for the Canadian Embassy in Berlin?
The embassy’s general telephone number is +49 30 2031 20. Consular services can also be reached at +49 30 2031 2470.
What is the consular email address?
Consular enquiries can be sent to brlin-cs@international.gc.ca.
Who is the Canadian Ambassador to Germany?
Global Affairs Canada currently lists Vera Alexander as Ambassador of Canada to the Federal Republic of Germany.
Do I need an appointment to enter the embassy?
Yes. Access to the embassy is by appointment. Applications that do not require an appointment can be left with security at the entrance.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Berlin?
Yes. Most adult and child passport applications can be submitted by registered or traceable mail or dropped off at the embassy entrance. An in-person appointment is not normally required.
How long does passport processing take?
The embassy currently states a processing time of 20 working days from receipt of a complete application, excluding holidays and postal delivery time.
Does the embassy provide notarial services?
Yes. Selected notarial services are available by appointment, including certified copies, witnessing certain signatures and declarations, and statements in lieu of a certificate of non-impediment to marriage abroad.
Does the Canadian Embassy in Berlin process Canadian visa applications?
Visa and immigration services for Germany are handled through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and the Embassy of Canada in Vienna.