Canadian representation in India
Canadian High Commission in New Delhi
Contact details, opening hours, passport and consular services, appointments and current service arrangements for the High Commission of Canada in India.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian High Commission in New Delhi
The High Commission of Canada is located in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi.
Chanakyapuri
New Delhi 110 021
India
Current service arrangement: The Consulates General of Canada in Bengaluru, Chandigarh and Mumbai are temporarily suspending in-person operations. In-person consular services remain available at the High Commission in New Delhi.
Location
Where is the Canadian High Commission in New Delhi?
The High Commission is located at 7/8 Shantipath in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi.
About the High Commission
About the High Commission of Canada in India
The Canadian High Commission in New Delhi is Canada’s resident diplomatic mission in India.
Canada and India have longstanding diplomatic relations and extensive links in trade, education, migration, culture and people-to-people connections.
The High Commission is currently the principal location for in-person Canadian consular services in India while the Consulates General in Bengaluru, Chandigarh and Mumbai temporarily suspend in-person operations.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian High Commission in New Delhi
The High Commission provides passport, citizenship, notarial and other consular services to Canadians living in or visiting India.
Passport services
Canadian passport applications can be submitted in person by appointment or sent by mail to the Consular Section of the High Commission.
Citizenship services
The High Commission provides citizenship-related services, including assistance with eligible applications for proof of Canadian citizenship.
Notarial services
Selected notarial services are available, including witnessing signatures, statutory declarations and certifying true copies.
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 High Commission provides official information on marriage abroad, births abroad and other civil-document matters affecting Canadians.
Visa and immigration
Visa and immigration services are handled through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and its official application channels.
Opening hours
Opening hours at the Canadian High Commission in New Delhi
General enquiries
Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., by appointment.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
Consular and passport services
Monday to Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., by appointment.
Friday: No in-person services.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
Office closures: The High Commission observes designated Canadian and Indian holidays. Service hours may also change during a large-scale emergency.
Passport services
Canadian passport services in New Delhi
The High Commission accepts Canadian passport applications both in person and by mail.
Apply in person
Complete the passport application and pay the applicable fee online before booking an appointment. Bring the online payment receipt and required supporting documents to the appointment.
Apply by mail
Passport applications can also be mailed to the Consular Section, High Commission of Canada, 7/8 Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021.
Guarantor requirement: The High Commission states that new adult and child passport applications require a guarantor. Review the current official requirements before submitting an application.
Consular coverage
Areas served by the Canadian High Commission in New Delhi
The High Commission currently provides in-person consular services for Canadians across India while the country’s three Canadian Consulates General temporarily suspend in-person operations.
The current Government of Canada office information directs Canadians requiring in-person consular assistance from Bengaluru, Chandigarh and Mumbai to the High Commission in New Delhi.
Before you visit
Preparing for your visit to the High Commission
Book an appointment
General, passport and consular services are appointment-based. Arrange your visit before travelling to the High Commission.
Prepare your documents
Bring all required forms, original supporting documents and proof of online payment where applicable.
Check current service arrangements
Canada’s consular network in India is operating under temporary arrangements. Confirm the latest instructions before travelling from another city.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian High Commission in New Delhi FAQ
Is there a Canadian High Commission in India?
Yes. Canada maintains its High Commission at 7/8 Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi.
What is the telephone number for the Canadian High Commission in New Delhi?
The published telephone number is +91 11 4178 2000.
What is the consular email address?
Consular and passport enquiries can be sent to india.consular@international.gc.ca.
Who is the Canadian High Commissioner to India?
Christopher Cooter is the High Commissioner for Canada in the Republic of India.
When are consular services available?
In-person consular and passport appointments are currently available Monday to Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. There are no in-person consular services on Friday.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in New Delhi?
Yes. Passport applications can be submitted in person by appointment or mailed to the Consular Section of the High Commission.
Are the Canadian Consulates General in Bengaluru, Chandigarh and Mumbai open for in-person consular services?
No. The Government of Canada currently states that the Consulates General in Bengaluru, Chandigarh and Mumbai are temporarily suspending in-person operations. In-person consular services remain available in New Delhi.
Does the High Commission provide notarial services?
Yes. Selected notarial services are available, including witnessing signatures, administering declarations and certifying true copies.
Can I mail a passport application to the High Commission?
Yes. Passport applications may be mailed to the Consular Section at 7/8 Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021.