Canadian representation in Australia
Canadian High Commission in Canberra
Contact details, opening hours, passport and consular services, appointments and regional responsibilities for the High Commission of Canada in Canberra.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian High Commission in Canberra
The High Commission of Canada is located on Commonwealth Avenue in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory.
Canberra ACT 2600
Australia
Canberra ACT 2600
Australia
Appointments: General office access and consular services are currently provided during published appointment hours. Book an appointment before travelling to the High Commission when an in-person service is required.
Location
Where is the Canadian High Commission in Canberra?
The High Commission is located on Commonwealth Avenue in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory.
About the High Commission
About the High Commission of Canada in Australia
The Canadian High Commission in Canberra is Canada’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia. Canada and Australia established diplomatic relations in 1939 and maintain close political, defence, trade, cultural and people-to-people ties.
Canada’s diplomatic network in Australia also includes the Consulate General of Canada in Sydney. Canadian Honorary Consuls are located in Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian High Commission in Canberra
The High Commission provides a range of consular services to Canadian citizens living in or visiting its service area.
Passport services
Canadian passport applications can be submitted by traceable mail, in person with an appointment or through the High Commission’s drop box.
Citizenship services
Applicants who are not eligible to submit proof of citizenship applications online can send eligible paper applications to the High Commission or use the Consular Services drop box.
Notarial services
The Consular Section provides selected notarial services by post or by appointment when the service is available and local alternatives cannot meet the requirement.
Marriage abroad
The High Commission can provide certain assistance relating to Canadian documentation for marriage abroad, including a facilitation letter where appropriate.
Emergency assistance
Canadians requiring urgent consular assistance can contact the High Commission during business hours. Canada’s Emergency Watch and Response Centre provides emergency consular assistance outside regular office hours.
Visa and immigration
Applications to visit, study, work or immigrate to Canada are handled through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and the official Canadian immigration process.
Opening hours
Opening hours at the Canadian High Commission in Canberra
The High Commission currently publishes separate appointment hours for general office access and consular services.
General office hours
Appointments are currently available Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The office is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Consular service hours
Consular appointments are currently available Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Consular Section is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Public holidays: The High Commission closes on designated Canadian and Australian holidays. Published hours and closures can change, particularly during emergencies, so confirm arrangements before visiting.
Passport services
Canadian passport services in Canberra
The High Commission accepts Canadian passport applications from its designated service area through several submission methods.
Apply by mail
Passport applications can be sent by traceable mail to the Passport Section at the High Commission, 150 Commonwealth Avenue, Canberra ACT 2600.
Apply in person
Applicants who want to submit their documents in person must book an appointment online and pay the applicable passport fee before attending.
Use the drop box
Completed passport applications can also be placed in the drop box at the High Commission guard house during business hours.
Regional passport responsibility: Applicants in New South Wales, Queensland and the Northern Territory should follow the passport instructions of the Consulate General of Canada in Sydney rather than Canberra.
Consular district
Areas served by the Canadian High Commission in Canberra
The High Commission provides Canadian consular services across several Australian states and territories as well as a number of Pacific destinations.
Australia
The Canberra consular district covers the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia and Tasmania.
Pacific region
The High Commission also provides Canadian consular coverage for the Marshall Islands, Nauru, New Caledonia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands and Vanuatu.
Sydney consular district: New South Wales, Queensland and the Northern Territory are served by the Consulate General of Canada in Sydney.
Before you visit
What to check before visiting the High Commission
Book an appointment
Check whether your service requires an appointment and use the official Government of Canada booking system before travelling to the High Commission.
Prepare your documents
Review the requirements for your specific passport, citizenship or notarial service and bring all required original documents, forms and payment receipts.
Check office closures
The High Commission observes Canadian and Australian public holidays. Confirm current hours and closure information before your visit.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian High Commission in Canberra FAQ
Is there a Canadian High Commission in Australia?
Yes. Canada maintains a High Commission in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory.
Where is the Canadian High Commission in Canberra?
The High Commission is located on Commonwealth Avenue, Canberra ACT 2600, Australia.
What is the telephone number for the Canadian High Commission in Canberra?
The published telephone number is +61 2 6270 4000.
What is the consular email address?
Consular enquiries can be sent to cnbracs@international.gc.ca.
When are consular services available?
Consular appointments are currently available Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., excluding office closures and public holidays.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Canberra?
Yes. Passport applications can be submitted by traceable mail, in person with an appointment or through the High Commission’s drop box.
Can I submit a Canadian citizenship application in Canberra?
Eligible paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship can be mailed to the High Commission or deposited in the Consular Services drop box when an online application is not available.
Does the High Commission provide notarial services?
Yes. Selected notarial services are available by post or by appointment, subject to the type of document and whether an appropriate local service provider is available.
Does the Canadian High Commission in Canberra serve the Pacific region?
Yes. Its published consular coverage also includes the Marshall Islands, Nauru, New Caledonia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands and Vanuatu.
Is there another Canadian consular office in Australia?
Yes. Canada also maintains a Consulate General in Sydney. Canadian Honorary Consuls are located in Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth.