French consular representation in Western Canada
French Consulate General in Vancouver
The Consulate General of France in Vancouver provides passport, identity-card and other consular services for French citizens and eligible applicants across Western Canada.
Contact details
Contact the French Consulate General in Vancouver
The Consulate General is located on West Pender Street in downtown Vancouver and is headed by Consul General Raphaël Dang.
Suite 1100
Vancouver, BC V6E 4A4
Canada
Before visiting: Check the official Consulate website before travelling, as many French consular procedures require an appointment and access arrangements vary by service.
Emergency number: The emergency number is intended for French citizens facing genuine consular emergencies outside normal service channels. Routine administrative questions should use the regular Consulate contact options.
Consulate location
Where is the French Consulate General in Vancouver?
The Consulate General is located on West Pender Street in downtown Vancouver.
The current French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs listing gives the address as 1130 West Pender Street, Suite 1100, Vancouver, BC V6E 4A4, Canada.
About the mission
About the French Consulate General in Vancouver
The Consulate General of France in Vancouver is one of France’s career consular missions in Canada.
It serves a large consular district covering western Canada and provides administrative services and consular assistance to French citizens living in or travelling through the region.
The mission is headed by Consul General Raphaël Dang.
France also maintains Consulates General in Toronto, Montreal, Quebec City and Moncton, while the Embassy of France in Ottawa is the country’s resident diplomatic mission in Canada.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Consulate General provides administrative and consular services for French citizens and eligible applicants within its consular district.
French passports
Eligible French citizens can obtain passport application and renewal services through the French consular network. Check the Vancouver appointment and documentation requirements before applying.
National identity cards
French national identity-card procedures are available to eligible French citizens abroad through competent French consular missions.
Lost or stolen documents
French citizens can contact the Consulate General for guidance when a French passport or identity document is lost or stolen.
Consular registration
French citizens residing abroad can obtain information about registration in the Register of French Citizens Living Abroad and related administrative procedures.
Elections
Eligible French citizens can obtain information about consular electoral registration and voting arrangements abroad.
Consular protection
French citizens facing serious difficulties such as accidents, arrest, detention or other emergencies can contact French consular authorities for assistance.
Service requirements vary: Passport, identity-card and other administrative procedures may require an appointment, personal attendance and specific original documents.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the French Consulate General in Vancouver
French law assigns a large part of western and northern Canada to the Consulate General in Vancouver.
- British Columbia
- Alberta
- Saskatchewan
- Northwest Territories
- Yukon
Saskatchewan: Saskatchewan belongs to the Vancouver consular district under the current French regulation, rather than to the Consulate General in Toronto.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check the official instructions for your procedure and confirm any appointment requirement before travelling to the Vancouver office.
Book where required
Many French passport, identity-card and administrative procedures require advance appointments. Follow the current instructions on the official Consulate website.
Prepare your documents
Bring the identification, photographs and supporting records required for your specific procedure.
Check current access
Current regular public opening hours were not clearly confirmed in the official sources used for this page. Verify the latest visiting arrangements before attending.
Frequently asked questions
French Consulate General Vancouver FAQ
Is there a French Consulate General in Vancouver?
Yes. France maintains an active Consulate General at 1130 West Pender Street in Vancouver.
Who is the French Consul General in Vancouver?
Raphaël Dang is currently listed by the Province of British Columbia as Consul General of France in Vancouver.
What is the current address?
The current official address is 1130 West Pender Street, Suite 1100, Vancouver, BC V6E 4A4, Canada.
What is the telephone number?
The current French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs information lists +1 778 807 9924 as the general contact number.
What is the emergency telephone number?
France currently lists +1 604 220 3331 as the emergency number for the Consulate General in Vancouver. It should be used for genuine consular emergencies rather than routine administrative enquiries.
Which areas does the Vancouver Consulate General serve?
Its official consular district covers British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories and Yukon.
Does the Vancouver Consulate serve Alberta?
Yes. Alberta is part of the official Vancouver consular district.
Does the Vancouver Consulate serve Saskatchewan?
Yes. Saskatchewan is assigned to the Vancouver consular district under the current French regulation.
Can I apply for a French passport in Vancouver?
French citizens in the consular district can access passport services through the French consular network. Check the current Vancouver appointment and document requirements before applying.
What are the opening hours?
Current regular public opening hours were not clearly confirmed in the official sources used for this page. Check the official Consulate website before visiting.
Official information
Sources
Official French and British Columbia government sources used to verify the mission, current Consul General, address, telephone details and consular district.