Canadian representation in Taiwan
Canadian Trade Office in Taipei
Contact details, opening hours, passport, citizenship, notarial and consular services at the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei, Taiwan.
Contact details
Contact the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei
The Canadian Trade Office is located in the Hua-Hsin building on SongZhi Road in Taipei’s Xinyi District.
No. 1 SongZhi Road
Xinyi District
Taipei 110411
Taiwan
Appointments: Consular, passport and notarial services are available Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. by appointment.
Location
Where is the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei?
The office is located on the 6th floor of the Hua-Hsin building at No. 1 SongZhi Road in Taipei’s Xinyi District.
About the office
About the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei
The Canadian Trade Office in Taipei represents Canadian interests in Taiwan in the absence of formal diplomatic relations.
The office opened in 1986 and provides services comparable to those offered by Canada’s other missions abroad, including assistance to Canadians visiting or living in Taiwan.
In addition to consular services, the office supports commercial relations and helps Canadian companies pursue business opportunities in Taiwan.
Consular services
Services at the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei
The office provides a broad range of services to Canadian citizens in Taiwan.
Consular assistance
Canadians in Taiwan can contact the office for consular assistance, including support during emergencies and other difficult situations abroad.
Passport services
Canadian passport applications can be submitted in person by appointment.
Citizenship services
Paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship can be submitted by mail or through the office’s designated drop-off box.
Notarial services
Limited in-person notarial services are available to Canadian citizens by appointment.
Visa and immigration
Visa and immigration information is available through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and the appropriate application procedures.
Emergency assistance
Emergency Canadian consular assistance is available 24 hours a day through the Government of Canada.
Opening hours
Opening hours at the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei
General enquiries
Monday to Thursday: 8:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., walk-in.
Friday: 8:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., walk-in.
Consular services
Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., by appointment.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
Passport and notarial services
Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., by appointment.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
Emergency assistance: Office hours may change during a large-scale emergency. Emergency Canadian consular assistance remains available 24 hours a day.
Passport services
Canadian passport services in Taipei
The Canadian Trade Office provides regular passport services by appointment.
Prepare your application
Complete the appropriate Canadian passport application and pay the applicable service fee online.
Book an appointment
Book an appointment to present your passport application and supporting documents in person.
Passport collection
You can collect your completed passport in person, authorize another person to collect it on your behalf or request the available mail-back service.
No walk-in or mail-in passport applications: The office does not accept walk-in clients or passport applications submitted by mail. An appointment is required for in-person passport applications.
Citizenship services
Canadian citizenship services in Taipei
The Canadian Trade Office accepts paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship.
Submit by mail
If you are required to use a paper citizenship application, you can mail the completed application and supporting documents to the Consular Section of the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei.
Use the drop-off box
Paper citizenship applications can also be deposited in the designated drop-off box at the Canadian Trade Office during the published drop-off hours.
Citizenship drop-off: The current Government of Canada instructions publish drop-off availability Monday to Thursday from 8:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., except public holidays.
Notarial services
Notarial services in Taipei
Limited in-person consular and notarial services are available to Canadian citizens by appointment.
Certified true copies
The office can certify eligible copies of documents as true copies of the originals.
Oaths and declarations
Consular officials can administer eligible oaths and receive statutory declarations or affirmations.
Witnessing signatures
The office can attest eligible documents bearing signatures, including certain affidavits, declarations and affirmations.
Appointment required: Walk-in clients and mail-in applications are not accepted for notarial services. Contact the Consular Section before visiting.
Before you visit
Preparing to visit the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei
Book document services
Passport, consular and notarial services require an appointment. Do not rely on the general walk-in hours for these services.
Pay passport fees online
Complete your passport application and pay the applicable fee online before attending your appointment.
Use the correct citizenship procedure
Paper citizenship applications can be sent by mail or placed in the designated drop-off box rather than submitted during a passport or notarial appointment.
Frequently asked questions
Canadian Trade Office in Taipei FAQ
Does Canada have an embassy in Taiwan?
Canada does not maintain an embassy in Taiwan. Canadian interests are represented by the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei.
Is the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei a consulate?
No. Its official name is the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei. However, it provides consular, passport, citizenship and notarial services comparable to those provided by other Canadian missions abroad.
What is the address of the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei?
The office is located at 6F, Hua-Hsin (Citibank building), No. 1 SongZhi Road, Xinyi District, Taipei 110411, Taiwan.
What is the telephone number?
The published telephone number is +886 (2) 8723-3000.
What is the consular email address?
The published consular email address is tapei-cs@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 Taipei?
Yes. Complete your passport application, pay the applicable fee online and book an appointment to present your documents in person.
Can I mail a passport application to the Taipei office?
No. The current Government of Canada instructions state that walk-in clients and mail-in passport applications are not accepted. Passport applications must be presented in person by appointment.
Can I submit a Canadian citizenship application in Taipei?
Yes. Paper applications for proof of Canadian citizenship can be mailed to the Canadian Trade Office or deposited in its designated drop-off box.
Does the Canadian Trade Office provide notarial services?
Yes. Limited notarial services are available by appointment, including certified true copies, certain oaths and declarations and attestation of eligible signatures.