Canadian representation in Burkina Faso
Canadian Embassy in Ouagadougou
Contact details, consular services, appointments and practical information for the Embassy of Canada to Burkina Faso in Ouagadougou.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Embassy in Ouagadougou
The Embassy of Canada to Burkina Faso is located on Professeur Joseph Kizerbo Avenue in Ouagadougou.
Ouagadougou 01
Burkina Faso
Ouagadougou 01
Kadiogo Province
Burkina Faso
Before visiting: General enquiries are available during published walk-in hours. Consular services are provided by appointment. Confirm your service and appointment arrangements before travelling to the embassy.
Location
Where is the Canadian Embassy in Ouagadougou?
The embassy is located at 318 Professeur Joseph Kizerbo Avenue in Ouagadougou.
About the embassy
About the Embassy of Canada to Burkina Faso
The Canadian Embassy in Ouagadougou is Canada’s resident diplomatic mission in Burkina Faso. Canada and Burkina Faso established diplomatic relations in 1962.
The embassy supports Canada’s bilateral relationship with Burkina Faso and provides consular assistance and other Government of Canada services to Canadian citizens.
The embassy also has regional consular responsibilities for Canadians in Benin. It is headed by Tina Guthrie, Ambassador of Canada to Burkina Faso and Benin.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Embassy in Ouagadougou
The embassy provides a range of consular and administrative services for Canadian citizens.
Passport services
Canadian citizens can apply for passport services through the embassy. Applicants presenting documents in person must book an appointment and pay the required fees online before their visit.
Citizenship services
Applications for Canadian citizenship certificates can be submitted online. Paper applications may also be deposited in the consular drop-box at the embassy on working days.
Notarial services
The embassy provides selected notarial services by appointment, including certified copies, witnessing eligible signatures and certain document authentication services.
Birth and marriage abroad
Official information is available for Canadians dealing with births abroad, marriage abroad and related documentation.
Emergency assistance
Canadian citizens who require urgent help can contact the embassy during business hours. Emergency consular assistance is available 24 hours a day through Canada’s consular network.
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 Ouagadougou
The embassy publishes different access arrangements for general enquiries and consular services.
General enquiries
General enquiries are available on a walk-in basis Monday to Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Consular appointments
Consular services are provided by appointment Monday to Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Check before travelling: Office hours may change during emergencies or official closures. Confirm the current schedule and appointment requirements before visiting.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Canadian Embassy in Ouagadougou
The embassy provides consular services to Canadians in Burkina Faso and also has responsibility for Canadians in Benin.
Burkina Faso
The Ouagadougou embassy is Canada’s resident diplomatic and consular mission in Burkina Faso.
Benin
Global Affairs Canada also assigns Benin to the Ouagadougou embassy for consular services, including several passport, citizenship and notarial procedures.
Before you visit
What to check before visiting the embassy
Book consular appointments
Consular services are appointment-based. Book the appropriate appointment before travelling to the embassy for passport, notarial or other in-person services.
Pay required fees
Passport and certain other consular fees must be paid through the official Government of Canada payment system. Bring your payment receipt where required.
Prepare your documents
Review the requirements for your service and make sure all forms, identification and supporting documents are complete before your appointment.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Embassy in Ouagadougou FAQ
Is there a Canadian Embassy in Burkina Faso?
Yes. Canada maintains an embassy in Ouagadougou, officially designated the Embassy of Canada to Burkina Faso, in Ouagadougou.
Where is the Canadian Embassy in Ouagadougou?
The embassy is located at 318 Professeur Joseph Kizerbo Avenue, Ouagadougou 01, Burkina Faso.
What is the telephone number for the Canadian Embassy in Ouagadougou?
The embassy’s published telephone number is +226 25 49 08 00.
What is the consular email address?
Consular enquiries can be sent to ouaga-cs@international.gc.ca.
Who is the Canadian Ambassador to Burkina Faso?
Global Affairs Canada currently lists Tina Guthrie as Ambassador of Canada to Burkina Faso and Benin.
Do I need an appointment for consular services?
Yes. Consular services are currently provided by appointment from Monday to Friday during published hours.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Ouagadougou?
Yes. Passport services are available through the embassy. Applicants presenting documents in person must book an appointment and follow the current application and payment instructions.
Does the embassy provide notarial services?
Yes. Selected notarial services are available by appointment, including certified copies and witnessing eligible signatures and documents.
Does the Canadian Embassy in Ouagadougou also serve Benin?
Yes. Global Affairs Canada lists Benin within the embassy’s consular responsibilities.