Canadian representation in Uruguay
Canadian Embassy in Montevideo
Contact details, passport and consular services, appointments and practical information for the Embassy of Canada to Uruguay in Montevideo.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Embassy in Montevideo
The Embassy of Canada to Uruguay is located on Plaza Independencia in central Montevideo.
11100 Montevideo
Uruguay
Before visiting: General embassy and consular services operate by appointment. Consular appointment periods are currently limited to Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons.
Location
Where is the Canadian Embassy in Montevideo?
The embassy is located at Plaza Independencia 749, office 102, in central Montevideo.
About the embassy
About the Embassy of Canada to Uruguay
The Canadian Embassy in Montevideo is Canada’s resident diplomatic mission in Uruguay.
Canada and Uruguay maintain bilateral relations based on political cooperation, trade, education and strong people-to-people links.
The embassy supports Canada’s diplomatic relationship with Uruguay and provides Government of Canada services to Canadians visiting or living in the country.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Embassy in Montevideo
The embassy provides passport, citizenship, notarial and other consular services for Canadian citizens.
Passport services
The embassy provides Canadian passport services. Contact the Consular Section or use the official appointment system to confirm the current submission procedure before visiting.
Citizenship services
Eligible paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship can be mailed to the embassy or deposited in the embassy mailbox at the building entrance.
Notarial services
The embassy provides selected notarial and document authentication services. Contact the Consular Section before visiting to confirm whether the requested service is available.
Marriage abroad
Canadians planning to marry in Uruguay should review local requirements and contact the embassy if a Canadian consular or notarial document is required.
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
Visa, study, work and immigration applications are handled through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and its official application channels.
Appointments
Appointments at the Canadian Embassy in Montevideo
The embassy publishes separate appointment periods for general office business and consular services.
General embassy appointments
General appointments are currently available Monday to Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. On Friday, appointments are available from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Consular appointments
Consular services are currently available by appointment Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday and Friday: Regular consular appointments are currently closed on these days.
Passport services
Canadian passport services in Montevideo
The Embassy of Canada in Montevideo provides Canadian passport services to Canadians in Uruguay.
Contact the Consular Section
Before submitting a passport application, contact mvdeo.consular-consulaire@international.gc.ca or use the embassy’s official appointment system to confirm the current submission procedure.
Prepare payment
Review the current Government of Canada passport requirements and pay the applicable service fee using the official payment procedure before submitting your application.
Current procedure: The embassy’s current public information confirms passport services but does not clearly publish a single submission method for all passport applications. Confirm the required procedure with the Consular Section before sending documents or travelling to the embassy.
Before you visit
What to check before visiting the embassy
Book an appointment
Consular appointments are currently available only on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons.
Use the citizenship mailbox
Eligible paper citizenship applications can be deposited in the embassy mailbox in the entrance hall at Plaza Independencia 749 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Confirm passport arrangements
Contact the Consular Section before submitting a passport application so you have the latest instructions for your circumstances.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Embassy in Montevideo FAQ
Is there a Canadian Embassy in Uruguay?
Yes. Canada maintains an embassy in Montevideo, officially designated the Embassy of Canada to Uruguay, in Montevideo.
Where is the Canadian Embassy in Montevideo?
The embassy is located at Plaza Independencia 749, oficina 102, 11100 Montevideo, Uruguay.
What is the telephone number for the Canadian Embassy in Montevideo?
The embassy’s published telephone number is +598 2902 2030.
What is the consular email address?
Consular enquiries can be sent to mvdeo.consular-consulaire@international.gc.ca.
When are consular appointments available?
Consular services are currently available by appointment Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Montevideo?
Yes. The embassy provides Canadian passport services. Contact the Consular Section or use the official appointment system to confirm the current submission procedure.
Can I submit a Canadian citizenship application in person?
Eligible paper citizenship applications can be deposited in the embassy mailbox located in the entrance hall at Plaza Independencia 749 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Can I mail a citizenship application to the embassy?
Yes. Eligible paper applications can be mailed to the Embassy of Canada to Uruguay, Attention: Consular – Citizenship Services, Plaza Independencia 749, suite 102, 11300 Montevideo.
Does the embassy provide notarial services?
Yes. Selected notarial services are available. Contact the Consular Section before visiting to confirm the service required and any appointment arrangements.
Is there another Canadian consulate in Uruguay?
Global Affairs Canada currently lists the Embassy of Canada in Montevideo and a Trade Commissioner Service office at the same location. No separate Canadian consulate is currently listed in Uruguay.