Diplomatic representation of India in Canada
Indian High Commission in Ottawa
The High Commission of India in Ottawa represents India in Canada and handles passport, OCI, visa, police clearance, attestation and other consular matters within its official consular jurisdiction.
Contact details
Contact the Indian High Commission in Ottawa
The High Commission for the Republic of India is located on Springfield Road in Ottawa.
Consular applications: Passport, visa and many other Indian consular applications in Canada are submitted through the authorized application service provider, BLS International, rather than by simply visiting the High Commission.
High Commission location
Where is the Indian High Commission in Ottawa?
The High Commission of India is located at 10 Springfield Road in Ottawa.
The official address is 10 Springfield Road, Ottawa, ON K1M 1C9, Canada.
Applicants seeking passport, OCI, visa or other consular services should first check the applicable submission procedure. Many applications are accepted through BLS International rather than directly at the High Commission.
About the mission
About the Indian High Commission in Ottawa
The High Commission of India in Ottawa is India’s resident diplomatic mission in Canada.
The High Commission represents India in its official relations with Canada and supports bilateral cooperation in political, economic, commercial, cultural, educational and other fields.
India’s diplomatic and consular representation in Canada consists of the High Commission in Ottawa and Consulates General in Toronto and Vancouver.
Consular responsibility is divided geographically between these three offices, and applicants should use the office responsible for their place of residence.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The High Commission handles a broad range of services for Indian citizens, former Indian citizens, Overseas Citizens of India and other eligible applicants within its jurisdiction.
Indian passports
Indian citizens can apply for passport renewal and other eligible passport services. Applications are completed online and the printed application and supporting documents are then submitted through the authorized application service provider.
OCI services
Eligible applicants can apply for Overseas Citizen of India services, including new OCI registration and other OCI-related procedures according to the applicable rules.
Visas for India
Applicants who require a regular Indian visa complete the official online visa form and submit the printed application and supporting documents through the authorized application service provider. Eligible travellers may instead qualify for India’s separate e-Visa system.
Police Clearance Certificates
Eligible Indian nationals can apply for a Police Clearance Certificate through the consular application process applicable in Canada.
Surrender Certificates
Former Indian citizens who acquired another nationality may need to surrender their Indian passport and obtain a Surrender Certificate, particularly when completing certain OCI or related procedures.
Attestation and legalisation
The High Commission provides eligible attestation and legalisation services for documents in accordance with the applicable Indian consular requirements.
Life Certificates
Eligible pensioners can obtain information about Life Certificate services through the High Commission and India’s consular network in Canada.
Other consular services
Additional services include eligible miscellaneous certificates, renewal of Indian international driving permits, assistance relating to deaths of Indian nationals and other consular matters.
Use the correct application channel: The High Commission states that passport and visa services, and many other consular services, are outsourced for application collection. Applicants should follow the current official instructions rather than sending documents directly to the High Commission unless specifically instructed to do so.
Application procedure
Passport, OCI and Visa Applications
Most applicants do not begin their application by attending the High Commission on Springfield Road.
Passport applications
Complete the passport application online through the Government of India’s passport system. The printed application, supporting documents and applicable fees are then submitted through the authorized application centre.
Regular visa applications
Complete the visa application through the official Indian visa portal. The printed application and supporting documents for a regular visa are then submitted through the authorized application centre.
OCI applications
Follow the current OCI application instructions published by the Government of India and the High Commission. Application submission in Canada is handled through the designated consular application process.
BLS International: The High Commission uses BLS International for the acceptance and forwarding of passport, visa, OCI, PCC, Surrender Certificate and various other consular applications. Check the current BLS location and submission options before attending, as application-centre addresses and procedures can change.
Applicants eligible for an Indian e-Visa should use only the official Government of India e-Visa website. The High Commission warns travellers against unofficial websites claiming to issue Indian e-Visas.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Indian High Commission in Ottawa
India divides consular responsibility in Canada between the High Commission in Ottawa and the Consulates General in Toronto and Vancouver.
The Ottawa High Commission’s published jurisdiction includes the National Capital Region and specified communities in eastern Ontario, together with part of Quebec.
The areas listed for the High Commission include:
- National Capital Region of Ottawa-Hull
- Kingston
- Cornwall
- Hawkesbury
- Arnprior
- Renfrew
- Perth
- Prescott
- Brockville
- Carleton Place
- Smiths Falls
- Morrisburg
- Montreal
Toronto
The Consulate General in Toronto is responsible for most of Ontario and also serves Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, subject to the current official jurisdiction rules.
Vancouver
The Consulate General in Vancouver serves Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, Yukon and the Northwest Territories.
Check your postal code: India’s current jurisdiction guidance also uses Canadian postal-code areas to distinguish applications handled by Ottawa from those handled by Toronto. Confirm the responsible office before submitting your application.
Applicant information
Before You Visit or Apply
Check your jurisdiction and the current application procedure before submitting an Indian consular application in Canada.
Check your jurisdiction
Applications are handled according to place of residence. Confirm whether Ottawa, Toronto or Vancouver is responsible for your application.
Use the correct application channel
Many passport, visa, OCI and other applications are submitted through the authorized application service provider rather than directly at the High Commission.
Prepare the complete application
Complete the appropriate online form and check the current document checklist, photographs, fees and supporting-document requirements before submission.
Avoid unofficial visa websites: Use the official Government of India portal for Indian e-Visas and follow the High Commission’s official instructions for regular visa applications.
Frequently asked questions
Indian High Commission Ottawa FAQ
What is the address of the Indian High Commission in Ottawa?
The High Commission for the Republic of India is located at 10 Springfield Road, Ottawa, ON K1M 1C9, Canada.
What is the telephone number of the Indian High Commission?
The High Commission can be contacted at +1 613 744 3751, +1 613 744 3752 or +1 613 744 3753.
Can I submit an Indian passport application directly at the High Commission?
Passport applications are generally submitted through the authorized application service provider. Applicants first complete the Government of India passport application online and then submit the printed application and supporting documents according to the current instructions.
Where do I apply for an Indian visa in Canada?
Regular visa applicants complete the official Government of India visa application online and submit the printed application and supporting documents through the authorized application service provider. Eligible travellers may instead qualify for India’s separate e-Visa system.
Does the Indian High Commission handle OCI applications?
Yes. OCI is among the consular services handled under the High Commission’s jurisdiction, while application collection is carried out through the designated application process in Canada.
Can I get a Police Clearance Certificate through the Indian High Commission?
Yes. Police Clearance Certificate services are available to eligible applicants through the applicable Indian consular application procedure in Canada.
Does India have Consulates General elsewhere in Canada?
Yes. In addition to the High Commission in Ottawa, India maintains Consulates General in Toronto and Vancouver.
Official information
Sources
Official Indian and Canadian government sources used to verify the High Commission, consular services, application procedures and jurisdiction on this page.