Latvian honorary representation in Nova Scotia
Latvian Honorary Consulate in Halifax
The Honorary Consulate of Latvia in Halifax provides local assistance and guidance for Latvian citizens and supports Latvia-related community and cultural links in Nova Scotia.
Contact details
Contact the Latvian Honorary Consulate in Halifax
The Honorary Consulate is headed by Honorary Consul Dr. Ingrida Selga Sketris and represents Latvia locally in Nova Scotia.
Halifax, NS B3H 2X4
Canada
Before visiting: Latvia does not currently publish regular public opening hours for the Halifax Honorary Consulate. Contact the Honorary Consul before travelling.
Consulate location
Where is the Latvian Honorary Consulate in Halifax?
The Honorary Consulate is located on Tower Road in Halifax.
The current official address is 525 Tower Road, Halifax, NS B3H 2X4, Canada.
About the honorary post
About the Latvian Honorary Consulate in Halifax
The Honorary Consulate of Latvia in Halifax is Latvia’s honorary consular representation in Nova Scotia.
The post is headed by Dr. Ingrida Selga Sketris, who has served as Honorary Consul since November 2012.
The Honorary Consulate provides a local point of contact for Latvian citizens and supports Latvia-related community, cultural and institutional links in Nova Scotia.
Formal Latvian consular services in Canada are provided primarily through the Embassy of the Republic of Latvia in Ottawa.
Honorary consular role
Local Assistance
The Halifax Honorary Consulate can provide local guidance and help direct appropriate enquiries to the Latvian Embassy in Ottawa.
Assistance to Latvian citizens
Latvian citizens in Nova Scotia can contact the Honorary Consul for appropriate local assistance and guidance.
Consular guidance
The Honorary Consulate can help determine whether a matter should be handled directly by the Embassy of Latvia in Ottawa.
Community liaison
The post provides a local point of contact between Latvia and the Latvian community in Nova Scotia.
Cultural relations
The Honorary Consulate supports cultural exchange and Latvia-related events and initiatives in the province.
Institutional contacts
The post can assist with appropriate local contacts involving Latvian interests and organizations in Nova Scotia.
Referral to Ottawa
Formal consular procedures outside the honorary post’s role are handled by the Embassy of Latvia in Ottawa.
Formal consular services: Passport, eID and other formal Latvian consular procedures should be handled through the Embassy of Latvia in Ottawa unless the Embassy specifically advises otherwise.
Consular area
Jurisdiction of the Latvian Honorary Consulate in Halifax
Latvia lists the Halifax Honorary Consulate for the Province of Nova Scotia.
- Nova Scotia
Career consular services: The Embassy of Latvia in Ottawa provides Latvia’s formal consular services in Canada.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Contact the Honorary Consulate before travelling and confirm whether your request can be assisted with locally.
Contact the office first
Regular public opening hours are not currently published by Latvia for the Halifax honorary post.
Explain your request
State whether your enquiry concerns assistance for a Latvian citizen, community matters or a formal consular procedure.
Use Ottawa for formal applications
Passport, eID and other formal Latvian consular procedures should follow the current instructions of the Embassy in Ottawa.
Frequently asked questions
Latvian Honorary Consulate Halifax FAQ
Is there a Latvian Honorary Consulate in Halifax?
Yes. Latvia currently maintains an active Honorary Consulate in Halifax serving Nova Scotia.
Who is the Latvian Honorary Consul in Halifax?
Dr. Ingrida Selga Sketris is the current Honorary Consul of Latvia in Halifax.
What is the address?
The current official address is 525 Tower Road, Halifax, NS B3H 2X4, Canada.
What is the telephone number?
The current official telephone number is +1 902 425 0415.
What is the email address?
Latvia currently publishes sketris@bellaliant.com for the Halifax Honorary Consul.
What are the opening hours?
Latvia does not currently publish regular public opening hours for the Halifax honorary post. Contact the Honorary Consulate before visiting.
Can I apply for a Latvian passport in Halifax?
Formal Latvian passport services in Canada are handled through the Embassy of Latvia in Ottawa. Contact the Embassy for the current application procedure.
Can I apply for a Latvian eID card in Halifax?
Formal eID services in Canada are handled through the Embassy of Latvia in Ottawa.
Which area does the Halifax Honorary Consulate serve?
The honorary post represents Latvia locally in the Province of Nova Scotia.
Which Latvian mission provides formal consular services in Canada?
The Embassy of the Republic of Latvia in Ottawa provides Latvia’s career consular services in Canada.
Official information
Sources
Official Latvian government sources used to verify the honorary post, current Honorary Consul, contact details, jurisdiction and consular-service arrangements.