Danish consular representation in Canada
Danish Consulate in Vancouver
The Danish Consulate in Vancouver provides biometric passport services and other selected consular assistance for Danish citizens in British Columbia.
Contact details
Contact the Danish Consulate in Vancouver
The consular post is headed by Honorary Consul Mikkel Høegholm Strøjer and is located on West 6th Avenue in Vancouver.
Vancouver, BC V6H 1A6
Canada
By appointment only
Temporary closure: The Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs states that the Vancouver Consulate is closed from September 28 through October 13, 2026. Normal service is expected to resume after this temporary closure.
Consulate location
Where is the Danish Consulate in Vancouver?
The Danish Consulate is located on West 6th Avenue in Vancouver, British Columbia.
The current official address is Suite 300, 1275 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6H 1A6, Canada.
About the consulate
About the Danish Consulate in Vancouver
The Danish Consulate in Vancouver forms part of Denmark’s diplomatic and consular network in Canada.
The post is headed by Honorary Consul Mikkel Høegholm Strøjer. Although the head of post serves in an honorary capacity, the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs currently identifies the mission as the Danish Consulate in Vancouver.
The Vancouver office supports the Embassy of Denmark in Ottawa and Denmark’s wider consular network across Canada.
Vancouver has a broader passport role than most Danish honorary consular posts in Canada because it is equipped to accept biometric passport applications.
Available services
Consular Services
The Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs publishes a specific range of passport and consular services available through the Vancouver Consulate.
Biometric passports
Eligible Danish citizens aged 12 and over can submit biometric passport applications in Vancouver. Personal attendance is required for identity verification and biometric data collection.
Passport extensions
Eligible Danish citizens can apply for an extension of an existing passport when the applicable requirements are met.
Passports for children under 12
Applications for Danish passports for children under the age of 12 can be submitted at the Vancouver Consulate.
Provisional passports
The Consulate can handle eligible applications for provisional Danish passports under current Danish passport rules.
Translations
Translation services are included in the current official list of services provided through the Vancouver post.
Emergency assistance
Danish citizens can contact the Consulate for local guidance and consular assistance in urgent situations.
Biometric passport location: Vancouver is one of the Danish locations in Canada specifically equipped to receive biometric passport applications, alongside the Embassy in Ottawa and the Consulate General in Toronto.
Visiting arrangements
Appointments
Visits to the Danish Consulate in Vancouver are available by prior appointment only.
The regular published opening hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m..
Contact the Consulate at +1 604 676 1505 or vancouver@umgate.dk to arrange your visit.
Appointment required: Do not attend solely on the basis of the published opening hours. Arrange and confirm your appointment first.
Travel and immigration
Visas and Residence Permits
The Danish Consulate in Vancouver does not process ordinary visa or residence-permit applications.
Applicants in Canada should use the official VFS Global application process for Danish visas and residence permits.
The Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs states that Denmark’s honorary consular posts in Canada cannot assist with visa or permit applications.
Passport and visa services are different: Although Vancouver can process Danish biometric passport applications, this does not mean that the Consulate accepts visa or residence-permit applications.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check the requirements for your particular passport or consular procedure and arrange an appointment before travelling to the Vancouver Consulate.
Book an appointment
All passport and consular visits require an appointment. Contact the Consulate and wait for confirmation before attending.
Prepare passport documents
Passport applications require specific identity documents, forms and supporting documentation. Review the current Danish passport instructions before your appointment.
Expect biometric collection
Applicants aged 12 and over applying for a biometric Danish passport must appear personally so that their photo, fingerprints and digital signature can be collected.
Current service interruption: The Vancouver Consulate is temporarily closed from September 28 through October 13, 2026. Contact the Embassy of Denmark in Ottawa if you require urgent assistance during this period.
Frequently asked questions
Danish Consulate Vancouver FAQ
Is there a Danish Consulate in Vancouver?
Yes. Denmark maintains an active consular post at 1275 West 6th Avenue in Vancouver.
Who is the Danish Consul in Vancouver?
Mikkel Høegholm Strøjer is currently listed as Honorary Consul.
What is the address of the Danish Consulate?
The current official address is Suite 300, 1275 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6H 1A6, Canada.
What is the telephone number?
The current official telephone number is +1 604 676 1505.
What are the opening hours?
Regular published hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., by appointment only.
Can I apply for a Danish biometric passport in Vancouver?
Yes. Vancouver is one of the Danish locations in Canada equipped to receive biometric passport applications.
Can a child apply for a Danish passport in Vancouver?
Yes. Applications for Danish passports for children under 12 can be submitted at the Vancouver Consulate. Personal appearance is required.
Can the Vancouver Consulate issue a provisional passport?
Yes. Eligible provisional passports are included in the current official service list.
Can I apply for a Danish visa in Vancouver?
No. Visa and residence-permit applications must use the official VFS Global process.
Is the Danish Consulate in Vancouver currently open?
The post remains active, but the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs states that it is temporarily closed from September 28 through October 13, 2026.
Official information
Sources
Official Danish and British Columbia government sources used to verify the consular post, current Honorary Consul, address, opening hours and available services.