Canadian representation in Geneva
Canadian Permanent Mission in Geneva
Contact details, appointment hours, passport, citizenship, consular and notarial services at the Permanent Mission of Canada in Geneva, Switzerland.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Permanent Mission in Geneva
The Permanent Mission of Canada in Geneva provides diplomatic representation to international organizations and consular services for Canadians in the Canton of Geneva.
CH-1202 Geneva
Switzerland
Appointments: General enquiries and consular services are appointment-based. Contact the mission before arranging an in-person visit.
Location
Where is the Canadian Permanent Mission in Geneva?
The Permanent Mission is located at 5, de l’Ariana Avenue in Geneva.
About the mission
About the Permanent Mission of Canada in Geneva
The Permanent Mission of Canada in Geneva is Canada’s principal channel for diplomatic representation to the United Nations, the World Trade Organization and other international organizations based in Geneva.
Unlike many purely multilateral missions, the Geneva office also provides consular services to Canadians visiting, living or working in the Canton of Geneva.
The mission also serves as Canada’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations in Geneva and to the World Trade Organization.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Permanent Mission in Geneva
The mission provides passport, citizenship, notarial and other consular services for eligible clients in the Canton of Geneva.
Consular assistance
Canadians visiting, living or working in the Canton of Geneva can contact the mission for consular assistance.
Passport services
Residents of the Canton of Geneva can submit Canadian passport applications to the Permanent Mission, normally by registered mail.
Citizenship services
Eligible paper applications for Canadian citizenship certificates can be sent to the Permanent Mission by registered mail.
Notarial services
The mission provides selected notarial, certified-copy, signature-witnessing and authentication services to eligible clients.
Marriage-related documents
Eligible Canadian citizens residing in the Canton of Geneva can request certain declarations and statements required for marriage or civil-status procedures in Switzerland.
Emergency assistance
Emergency Canadian consular assistance is available 24 hours a day through the Government of Canada.
Opening hours
Opening hours at the Canadian Permanent Mission in Geneva
General enquiries
Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., by appointment.
Monday to Friday: 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., by appointment.
Consular services
Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., by appointment.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
Emergency assistance: Hours may change during a large-scale emergency. Emergency Canadian consular assistance remains available 24 hours a day.
Passport services
Canadian passport services in Geneva
The Permanent Mission provides passport services for residents of the Canton of Geneva.
Applications by registered mail
Complete your passport application, pay the required fee online and mail the application and payment receipt by registered mail to the Consular Section of the Permanent Mission.
In-person appointments
An in-person appointment is normally required only when the mission asks you to present documents personally or when in-person assistance with a travel document application is required because of a disability.
Outside the Canton of Geneva: If you live elsewhere in Switzerland, follow the passport instructions of the Embassy of Canada in Bern.
Citizenship services
Canadian citizenship services in Geneva
The Permanent Mission provides Canadian citizenship services for residents of the Canton of Geneva.
Paper citizenship certificate applications
If you are required to submit a paper application for a Canadian citizenship certificate, send it by registered mail to the Permanent Mission of Canada, 5 avenue de l’Ariana, CH-1202 Geneva.
Other Swiss residents: Applicants residing elsewhere in Switzerland should use the Embassy of Canada in Bern.
Notarial services
Notarial services in Geneva
The Permanent Mission provides selected notarial services to Canadian citizens and, in limited cases, to non-Canadian citizens when documents are intended for use in Canada.
Certified true copies
The mission can certify eligible documents as true copies of the originals. Many requests can be handled by registered mail.
Witnessing signatures
A consular officer can witness eligible signatures on documents. Signature-witnessing services are provided in person.
Authentication and apostille
Certain eligible Canadian documents may receive authentication or apostille services depending on where they were issued or notarized.
Oaths and declarations
Eligible affidavits, declarations and affirmations may be handled when they meet current Canadian consular requirements.
Marriage documents
Eligible residents may request services related to a Statement in lieu of a certificate of non-impediment to marriage abroad.
Document review
Send a complete scan of the documents and a description of the requested service to the Consular Section before arranging an appointment or postal submission.
Residence requirement: Notarial services at the Permanent Mission are intended for residents of the Canton of Geneva. Other residents of Switzerland should contact the Embassy of Canada in Bern.
Consular district
Who is served by the Canadian Permanent Mission in Geneva?
Canton of Geneva
The Permanent Mission provides consular, passport, citizenship and notarial services for eligible clients residing in the Canton of Geneva.
Rest of Switzerland
Canadians residing elsewhere in Switzerland should normally contact the Embassy of Canada in Bern for consular and document services.
Before you visit
Preparing to contact the Canadian Permanent Mission in Geneva
Check your jurisdiction
Confirm that you reside in the Canton of Geneva before using the mission for passport, citizenship or notarial services.
Use registered mail where required
Most passport applications and many citizenship and notarial requests can or must be submitted by registered mail rather than through a routine in-person visit.
Contact the Consular Section first
For notarial or unusual document requests, contact genev-consular@international.gc.ca before booking an appointment or mailing original documents.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Permanent Mission in Geneva FAQ
Does Canada have a consular office in Geneva?
Yes. The Permanent Mission of Canada in Geneva provides consular services to Canadians visiting, living or working in the Canton of Geneva.
Is the Canadian office in Geneva an embassy or consulate?
No. Its official designation is the Permanent Mission of Canada in Geneva, Switzerland. It represents Canada at the United Nations, the World Trade Organization and other international organizations while also providing consular services.
What is the address of the Canadian Permanent Mission in Geneva?
The mission is located at 5, de l’Ariana Avenue, CH-1202 Geneva, Switzerland.
What is the telephone number?
The published telephone number is +41 22 919-92-00.
What is the consular email address?
The published consular email address is genev-consular@international.gc.ca.
When are consular services available?
Consular services are available by appointment Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Can I apply for a Canadian passport in Geneva?
Yes, if you live in the Canton of Geneva. Passport applications are normally submitted by registered mail to the Permanent Mission.
Can I submit a citizenship certificate application in Geneva?
Yes. Residents of the Canton of Geneva who are required to submit a paper citizenship certificate application can send it by registered mail to the Permanent Mission.
Does the Permanent Mission provide notarial services?
Yes. Selected services include certified true copies, witnessing signatures and certain authentication, apostille and marriage-related services.
What if I live outside the Canton of Geneva?
Residents of other parts of Switzerland should normally contact the Embassy of Canada in Bern for consular, passport, citizenship and notarial services.