Canadian representation in Nigeria
Canadian High Commission in Abuja
Contact details, opening hours, passport and consular services, appointments and regional coverage for the High Commission of Canada in Nigeria.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian High Commission in Abuja
The High Commission of Canada is located in Abuja’s Central Business District.
Diplomatic Drive
Central Business District
Abuja
Nigeria
Abuja
Nigeria
Appointments: General, consular and passport services are appointment-based. Book your appointment before travelling to the High Commission.
Location
Where is the Canadian High Commission in Abuja?
The High Commission is located at 13010G Palm Close, Diplomatic Drive, Central Business District, Abuja.
About the High Commission
About the High Commission of Canada in Nigeria
The Canadian High Commission in Abuja is Canada’s resident diplomatic mission in Nigeria.
Canada and Nigeria established diplomatic relations in 1962. Canada’s High Commission was previously located in Lagos before moving to Abuja in 1997.
The High Commission also provides Canadian consular services for Equatorial Guinea and São Tomé and Príncipe.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian High Commission in Abuja
The High Commission provides passport, citizenship, notarial and other consular services to Canadians in Nigeria and its regional service area.
Passport services
Adult passport applications are submitted in person by appointment. Applicants should pay the required passport fees online before attending.
Citizenship services
Eligible paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship can be mailed to the High Commission or placed in the Consular Services drop box.
Notarial services
Selected notarial services are available by appointment, including witnessing signatures, administering declarations and certifying true copies.
Emergency assistance
Canadians requiring urgent consular assistance can contact the High Commission during business hours. Emergency assistance is available 24 hours a day through the Government of Canada.
Marriage and civil documents
The Government of Canada provides information for Canadians dealing with marriage, births and other civil-document matters abroad.
Visa and immigration
Visa and immigration matters are handled through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and its official application channels.
Opening hours
Opening hours at the Canadian High Commission in Abuja
General enquiries
Monday to Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., by appointment.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., by appointment.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
Consular and passport services
Monday to Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., by appointment.
Friday: Closed.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
Office closures: The High Commission observes designated Canadian and Nigerian holidays. Hours may also change during a large-scale emergency.
Passport services
Canadian passport services in Abuja
The High Commission currently requires routine adult passport applications to be presented in person.
Apply in person
Book an appointment to present your original passport application documents at the High Commission. Adult applications are submitted in person only.
Pay online
Pay the applicable passport fee online before completing the application and bring proof of payment to your appointment.
Child passport applications: The High Commission states that both parents must be present when a child’s passport application is submitted.
Consular district
Areas served by the Canadian High Commission in Abuja
The Abuja mission has regional consular responsibilities beyond Nigeria.
Nigeria
The High Commission is Canada’s resident diplomatic mission in Nigeria.
Equatorial Guinea
There is no Government of Canada office in Equatorial Guinea. Canadians there are served through the High Commission in Abuja.
São Tomé and Príncipe
There is no Government of Canada office in São Tomé and Príncipe. Canadians there are served through the High Commission in Abuja.
Before you visit
Preparing for your visit to the High Commission
Book an appointment
General enquiries, passport services and other consular services are appointment-based. Arrange your visit before travelling to the mission.
Prepare your documents
Bring all required forms, original documents, identification and proof of online payment for the service you need.
Check current hours
Confirm current service hours and public-holiday closures before visiting the High Commission.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian High Commission in Abuja FAQ
Is there a Canadian High Commission in Nigeria?
Yes. Canada maintains a High Commission in Abuja, Nigeria.
Where is the Canadian High Commission in Abuja?
The High Commission is located at 13010G Palm Close, Diplomatic Drive, Central Business District, Abuja.
What is the telephone number for the Canadian High Commission in Abuja?
The published telephone number is +234 209 461 2900.
What is the email address for the High Commission?
General and consular enquiries can be sent to abuja@international.gc.ca.
Who is the Canadian High Commissioner to Nigeria?
Pasquale Salvaggio is Canada’s High Commissioner to Nigeria and Permanent Representative to the Economic Community of West African States.
When are consular services available?
Consular appointments are currently available Monday to Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Abuja?
Yes. Routine adult passport applications are submitted in person by appointment. Passport fees should be paid online before attending.
Can I submit a Canadian citizenship application in Abuja?
Yes. Eligible paper applications can be mailed to the High Commission or placed in the Consular Services drop box at the mission entrance.
Which other countries are served from Abuja?
The High Commission also provides Canadian consular services for Equatorial Guinea and São Tomé and Príncipe.
Are there other Canadian offices in Nigeria?
Yes. Canada also maintains a Deputy High Commission in Lagos and an Honorary Consul in Port Harcourt.