Greek consular representation in Western Canada
Greek Consulate General in Vancouver
The Consulate General of Greece in Vancouver provides passport, citizenship, visa and other consular services for residents of Western and Northern Canada.
Contact details
Contact the Greek Consulate General in Vancouver
The Consulate General is headed by Consul General Dimitrios Skoutas and is located on West Hastings Street in downtown Vancouver.
Vancouver, BC V6B 1P1
Canada
Before visiting: Greece currently publishes inconsistent public-hour information for the Vancouver office on different official pages. Contact the Consulate General or follow your appointment instructions before travelling.
Consulate location
Where is the Greek Consulate General in Vancouver?
The Consulate General is located at 688 West Hastings Street in downtown Vancouver.
The current official address is Suite 500, 688 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1P1, Canada.
About the mission
About the Greek Consulate General in Vancouver
The Consulate General of Greece in Vancouver is one of Greece’s career consular missions in Canada.
It provides consular and administrative services to Greek citizens and eligible applicants across a large district covering Western Canada and the northern territories.
The mission is headed by Consul General Dimitrios Skoutas, First Counsellor of Embassy.
Greece also maintains career Consulates General in Toronto and Montreal and a Consular Office at the Embassy of Greece in Ottawa.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Greek Consulate General in Vancouver provides a broad range of services for Greek citizens and eligible foreign applicants.
Greek passports
Greek citizens residing within the Vancouver consular district can submit passport applications through the Consulate General. Personal attendance is required for the application procedure.
Greek citizenship
The Consulate General assists eligible applicants with procedures relating to Greek citizenship and registration in the relevant Greek municipal records.
Vital records
Eligible births, marriages, deaths and related civil-status events can be processed or registered through the competent Greek consular authority.
Powers of attorney
Applicants can arrange eligible powers of attorney before a Greek consular officer after completing the required preparation and appointment procedure.
Signature verification
The Consulate General can verify the signature of a private individual on eligible documents when accepted identification is presented.
National service matters
Greek male citizens residing abroad can obtain information and consular documentation relating to military-service obligations, deferments and applicable exemptions.
Visas for Greece
The Vancouver Consulate General handles eligible short-stay Schengen visa and long-stay national visa applications for applicants within its jurisdiction.
Digital consular requests
Greece’s Digital Request Management Service provides an online channel for communication with the consular authority responsible for the applicant’s place of residence.
Emergency assistance
Greek citizens can contact the Consulate General for consular assistance in genuine emergencies. A separate emergency telephone number is published for urgent cases outside routine enquiries.
Visiting arrangements
Appointments
Advance arrangements are required for several major services at the Greek Consulate General in Vancouver.
The Consulate General specifically states that appointments are required for:
- Greek passport applications
- Civil-registry and Greek citizenship matters
- Powers of attorney
- National-service matters
- Visa applications
For appointment information or questions about the required procedure, contact the Consulate General at vancouver@mfa.gr.
Check before travelling: Do not rely solely on general public-hour information. Follow the appointment confirmation or contact the Consulate General for the current visiting arrangements for your service.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Greek Consulate General in Vancouver
The Vancouver Consulate General serves one of Greece’s largest consular districts in Canada.
- British Columbia
- Alberta
- Saskatchewan
- Yukon
- Northwest Territories
- Nunavut
Residents outside these areas should use the Greek consular authority responsible for their place of residence.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Review the current official instructions for your procedure before travelling to the Consulate General.
Arrange an appointment
Passports, citizenship and civil-registry matters, powers of attorney, military-service procedures and visa applications require advance arrangements.
Prepare original documents
Passport, citizenship, legal and visa procedures can require original identification and supporting records. Check the relevant official checklist before attending.
Check payment arrangements
The Vancouver Consulate General states that consular and visa fees are payable in Canadian dollars and that Vancouver accepts cash only.
Passport photographs: Greek passport photographs must meet Greece’s specific technical requirements, which differ from standard Canadian passport-photo requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Greek Consulate General Vancouver FAQ
Is there a Greek Consulate General in Vancouver?
Yes. Greece maintains an active career Consulate General at 688 West Hastings Street in Vancouver.
Who is the Greek Consul General in Vancouver?
Dimitrios Skoutas is currently listed by the Hellenic Ministry of Foreign Affairs as Consul General.
What is the address?
The current official address is Suite 500, 688 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1P1, Canada.
What is the telephone number?
The current official telephone number is +1 604 681 1381.
What is the emergency telephone number?
The Hellenic Ministry of Foreign Affairs currently lists +1 604 861 7577 as the emergency contact number.
Can I apply for a Greek passport in Vancouver?
Yes. Greek citizens residing within the Vancouver consular district can lodge passport applications through the Consulate General. An appointment and personal attendance are required.
Does the Vancouver Consulate handle Greek citizenship matters?
Yes. Citizenship and related civil-registry procedures are among the services handled by the Consulate General.
Can I apply for a Greek visa in Vancouver?
Yes, where the Vancouver Consulate General is the competent Greek authority for the applicant’s place of legal residence and visa category.
Which areas does the Vancouver Consulate General serve?
Its current official district covers British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
What are the opening hours?
Official Greek pages currently display different public-hour ranges for the Vancouver office. Contact the Consulate General or follow the hours stated in your appointment confirmation before visiting.
Official information
Sources
Official Hellenic Ministry of Foreign Affairs sources used to verify the mission, current Consul General, address, contact details, jurisdiction, appointments and consular services.