Italian consular representation in Western Canada
Italian Consulate General in Vancouver
The Consulate General of Italy in Vancouver provides passport, citizenship, AIRE, civil-status, notarial, visa and other consular services across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Yukon.
Contact details
Contact the Italian Consulate General in Vancouver
The Consulate General is headed by Consul General Paolo Miraglia Del Giudice and is located on West Pender Street in downtown Vancouver.
1140 West Pender Street
Vancouver, BC V6E 4G1
Canada
Appointments required: Access to the Consular Office is by appointment only, except in genuine emergencies. Check the instructions for your specific service before visiting.
Consulate location
Where is the Italian Consulate General in Vancouver?
The Consulate General is located on West Pender Street in downtown Vancouver.
The current official address is Suite 840, 1140 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 4G1, Canada.
About the mission
About the Italian Consulate General in Vancouver
The Consulate General of Italy in Vancouver is one of Italy’s principal career consular missions in Canada.
The mission is headed by Consul General Paolo Miraglia Del Giudice, who took office in May 2024.
It provides consular services to Italian citizens living within its district and handles eligible applications and enquiries from foreign nationals.
Italy also maintains an Embassy in Ottawa and career Consulates General in Toronto and Montreal.
Available services
Consular Services
The Vancouver Consulate General maintains dedicated offices for a broad range of Italian consular procedures.
Passports and travel documents
Eligible Italian citizens can access passport and travel-document services through the Consulate General.
AIRE and electoral services
The Consulate handles Registry of Italians Residing Abroad matters and related electoral services.
Italian citizenship
Dedicated citizenship services cover eligible procedures including citizenship through marriage and other qualifying routes.
Vital records
The Consulate processes eligible civil-status matters involving births, marriages, deaths and related records.
Visas for Italy
The Visa Office handles eligible applications for travel to Italy according to the current Italian and Schengen visa rules.
Notarial services
Eligible applicants can obtain assistance with powers of attorney, signatures and other notarial matters handled by the Consulate.
Pensions
The Consulate provides assistance with eligible Italian pension-related procedures.
Driving licences and fiscal codes
The Legal and Notary Services Office handles eligible matters involving Italian driving licences and fiscal codes.
Consular assistance
Italian citizens can contact the Consulate General for assistance in eligible consular situations within its district.
Visiting arrangements
Appointments
Access to the Consular Office is by appointment only, except in the case of a genuine emergency.
Different services use different appointment and application procedures. Applicants should check the current instructions published by the relevant Consulate department before visiting.
Service-specific contacts: The Consulate maintains separate offices for passports, visas, AIRE, citizenship, vital records, notarial matters and consular assistance.
Emergency telephone: +1 604 418 5541 is reserved for genuine emergencies involving Italian nationals when the Consulate General is closed. It should not be used for routine enquiries.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Italian Consulate General in Vancouver
The Vancouver Consulate General serves four provinces and territories in Western Canada.
- British Columbia
- Alberta
- Saskatchewan
- Yukon
Northwest Territories: The Northwest Territories are not part of the Vancouver Consulate General’s current official jurisdiction. Applicants there should verify the competent Italian mission before applying.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check the current instructions for your specific service and confirm your appointment before travelling to the Consulate General.
Book the correct service
Passport, visa, citizenship, civil-status and notarial procedures may use different appointment or application channels.
Prepare the required documents
Check the official checklist for your procedure and bring all required originals, copies and supporting documents.
Check your jurisdiction
Vancouver serves British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Yukon.
Security screening: All visitors are subject to security screening. The Consulate states that electronic devices, large bags, luggage, food, beverages, weapons and tools are not permitted inside the consular offices.
Frequently asked questions
Italian Consulate General Vancouver FAQ
Is there an Italian Consulate General in Vancouver?
Yes. Italy maintains an active career Consulate General at 1140 West Pender Street in Vancouver.
Who is the Italian Consul General in Vancouver?
Paolo Miraglia Del Giudice is the current Consul General and took office in May 2024.
What is the address?
The current official address is Suite 840, 1140 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 4G1, Canada.
What is the telephone number?
The Consulate General can be reached at +1 604 684 7288.
What is the email address?
The current general email address is consolato.vancouver@esteri.it.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes. Access to the Consular Office is by appointment only, except in genuine emergencies.
Can I apply for an Italian passport in Vancouver?
Yes. The Consulate General has a dedicated Passports and Travel Documents Office for eligible Italian citizens.
Does the Vancouver Consulate handle Italian citizenship?
Yes. The Consulate General maintains dedicated citizenship services for eligible applications.
Can I apply for an Italian visa in Vancouver?
Yes. The Consulate General has a dedicated Visa Office for eligible applicants within its jurisdiction.
Which areas does the Vancouver Consulate General serve?
Its current official jurisdiction covers British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Yukon.
Official information
Sources
Official Italian government sources used to verify the mission, current Consul General, contact details, jurisdiction, appointment arrangements and services.