Canadian representation in Mozambique
Canadian High Commission in Maputo
Contact details, opening hours, consular services, passport information and regional coverage for the High Commission of Canada in Mozambique.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian High Commission in Maputo
The High Commission of Canada is located on Avenida Kenneth Kaunda in Maputo.
Maputo
Mozambique
Maputo
Mozambique
Passport and citizenship applications: Routine passport and proof-of-citizenship applications for Canadians in the region are currently processed through the High Commission of Canada in Pretoria, South Africa.
Location
Where is the Canadian High Commission in Maputo?
The High Commission is located at Avenida Kenneth Kaunda 1138 in Maputo.
About the High Commission
About the High Commission of Canada in Mozambique
The Canadian High Commission in Maputo is Canada’s resident diplomatic and consular mission in Mozambique.
The mission also has regional responsibilities for Eswatini and Angola and provides Canadian consular support across the three countries.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian High Commission in Maputo
The High Commission provides consular assistance to Canadians in Mozambique and its regional service area.
Passport services
Routine Canadian passport applications are currently sent by courier to the High Commission of Canada in Pretoria for processing.
Citizenship services
Eligible paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship are also processed through the High Commission in Pretoria.
Notarial services
The mission provides selected notarial services. Contact the Consular Section before visiting to confirm the current procedure for the service you need.
Emergency assistance
Canadians requiring urgent assistance can contact the High Commission during business hours. Emergency consular assistance is available 24 hours a day through the Government of Canada.
Marriage and civil documents
The Government of Canada provides guidance for Canadians dealing with marriage, births, deaths and other civil-document matters abroad.
Visa and immigration
Applications to visit, study, work or immigrate to Canada are handled through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
Opening hours
Opening hours at the Canadian High Commission in Maputo
General appointments
Monday to Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., by appointment.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., by appointment.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
Consular services
Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., by appointment.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
Office closures: The High Commission observes designated Canadian and Mozambican holidays. Hours may also change during a large-scale emergency.
Passport services
Canadian passport services for Mozambique
Routine passport applications are currently centralized at the High Commission of Canada in Pretoria, South Africa.
Send routine applications by courier
Complete your passport application, pay the required fee online and send the complete application by traceable courier to the High Commission of Canada in Pretoria.
Pretoria processing address
High Commission of Canada
1103 Arcadia Street
Hatfield
Pretoria 0083
South Africa
Urgent or special cases: If you are travelling in less than 20 business days, need to retain your current passport or require accommodation for an in-person appointment, contact the Consular Section in Maputo for instructions.
Consular district
Areas served by the Canadian High Commission in Maputo
The High Commission has regional responsibilities beyond Mozambique.
Mozambique
The High Commission is Canada’s resident diplomatic and consular mission in Mozambique.
Eswatini
The Maputo mission provides Canadian diplomatic and consular coverage for Eswatini.
Angola
The High Commission also provides regional Canadian services for Angola, where Canada maintains a separate consular post in Luanda.
Before you visit
Preparing to contact or visit the High Commission
Check whether a visit is necessary
Routine passport and citizenship applications are currently processed through Pretoria, so an in-person visit to Maputo may not be required.
Contact the Consular Section
If you need an urgent passport service, notarial assistance or another in-person consular service, contact the mission before travelling.
Check office closures
Confirm current opening hours and public-holiday closures before visiting the High Commission.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian High Commission in Maputo FAQ
Is there a Canadian High Commission in Mozambique?
Yes. Canada maintains a High Commission at Avenida Kenneth Kaunda 1138 in Maputo.
What is the telephone number for the Canadian High Commission in Maputo?
The published telephone number is +258 21 244 200.
What is the consular email address?
Consular enquiries can be sent to consul.mputo@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.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport at the High Commission in Maputo?
Routine passport applications are currently processed through the High Commission of Canada in Pretoria and should be sent there by courier.
What should I do if I need an urgent Canadian passport?
If you are travelling in less than 20 business days, need to retain your current passport or require an accommodation for an in-person appointment, contact the Consular Section in Maputo for instructions.
Where are paper citizenship applications processed?
Eligible paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship are currently sent to the High Commission of Canada in Pretoria.
Does the High Commission provide notarial services?
Yes. Selected notarial services are available. Contact the Consular Section first to confirm the procedure and whether an appointment is required.
Which other countries are served from Maputo?
The High Commission also provides Canadian services for Eswatini and Angola.
Is there another Canadian consular office in the region?
Yes. Canada maintains a separate consular post in Luanda, Angola.