Diplomatic representation of South Korea in Canada
South Korean Embassy in Ottawa
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea to Canada represents South Korea in Ottawa and supports diplomatic relations between the two countries. Find the embassy’s official contact details, location, opening hours, consular services and guidance for visitors.
Contact details
Contact the South Korean Embassy in Ottawa
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea to Canada is located in Ottawa, Ontario. Its official website provides the following contact information.
Consular visits: Contact the embassy or consult its official consular instructions before travelling. Application requirements, appointments and eligibility depend on the service requested and your place of residence.
Embassy location
Where Is the South Korean Embassy in Ottawa?
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea is located at 150 Boteler Street in Ottawa, Ontario.
The official address is 150 Boteler Street, Ottawa, ON K1N 5A6, Canada.
The embassy’s official directions describe a walking route from the Rideau Centre area via Dalhousie Street. Visitors should confirm whether their particular consular service requires an appointment before visiting the mission.
About the mission
About the South Korean Embassy in Ottawa
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea to Canada serves as South Korea’s resident diplomatic mission in Ottawa. It represents the Republic of Korea in its official relations with Canada and provides a point of contact for government, diplomatic and consular matters.
Canada and the Republic of Korea established diplomatic relations on January 14, 1963. Their relationship includes cooperation in trade, investment, education, culture, security and international affairs.
In addition to diplomatic activities, the embassy provides information about Korean consular services and works alongside South Korean consulates general in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver. The appropriate office for an application depends on the applicant’s consular district.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The embassy provides guidance on consular and visa matters relating to the Republic of Korea. Applicants should review the current official requirements before submitting documents or visiting.
Visas for South Korea
The embassy publishes guidance for foreign nationals who need a visa to enter the Republic of Korea. Visa categories, application documents and processing requirements depend on the applicant’s nationality, purpose of travel and residence.
Passport enquiries
Korean citizens requiring passport-related assistance should consult the embassy’s consular guidance or contact the responsible Korean mission. Eligibility, required documents and procedures may vary.
Notarial and document services
Korean consular offices provide information about document-related matters, including certifications and other administrative procedures. Applicants should confirm which office handles their specific request.
Assistance for Korean nationals
South Korean citizens in Canada can contact the appropriate Korean diplomatic or consular mission for information and assistance with consular matters, including urgent situations.
Important for visa applicants: The embassy in Ottawa accepts visa applications only from eligible residents of Ottawa and Nunavut. Applicants living elsewhere in Canada should contact the Korean consulate responsible for their place of residence.
Planning your visit
Appointments at the South Korean Embassy in Ottawa
Consular applicants should check the latest embassy instructions before visiting in person.
Start by identifying the consular service you require. Consult the relevant section of the embassy’s official website for details about applications, supporting documents, eligibility and whether advance booking is necessary.
For visa matters, confirm that you live within the embassy’s consular jurisdiction before preparing an application. Applicants outside Ottawa and Nunavut are directed to the appropriate Korean consulate.
The embassy publishes office hours of 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding holidays. These hours should not be interpreted as guaranteed walk-in availability for every consular service.
Before attending: Confirm current service procedures and appointment requirements through the official embassy website or by contacting the consular services office.
Consular district
Which South Korean Mission Serves Your Area?
The Republic of Korea maintains several diplomatic and consular offices across Canada. Applicants should use the office responsible for their area of residence.
For visa applications, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Ottawa serves eligible residents of Ottawa and Nunavut. The embassy specifies that only applicants residing in Nunavut may submit visa applications by mail.
Embassy in Ottawa
Visa jurisdiction: Ottawa and Nunavut.
Consulate General in Toronto
Consular district: Ontario, excluding Ottawa, and Manitoba.
Consulate General in Montreal
Consular district: Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador.
Consulate General in Vancouver
Consular district: British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Yukon and the Northwest Territories.
Check your jurisdiction: The responsible office may depend on the application type and the applicant’s residence. Always confirm the current consular district and application rules on the official Korean government website.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check the relevant requirements in advance to help avoid an unnecessary trip or an incomplete application.
Check your consular district
Make sure the Ottawa embassy is the correct office for your location and the service you need.
Prepare your application
Review the required forms, identification, photographs and supporting documentation for your particular consular request.
Confirm opening arrangements
Check holiday closures, current visiting arrangements and whether appointments are required before travelling.
Important: Visa rules, consular procedures, fees and appointment arrangements can change. Use the latest instructions published by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea or the responsible consulate.
Frequently asked questions
South Korean Embassy Ottawa FAQ
Where is the South Korean Embassy in Ottawa?
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea to Canada is located at 150 Boteler Street, Ottawa, ON K1N 5A6, Canada.
What is the phone number of the South Korean Embassy?
The embassy’s main telephone number is +1 613 244 5010. The published consular services number is +1 613 244 5030.
What is the email address of the embassy?
The embassy lists canada@mofa.go.kr for general enquiries.
What are the embassy’s opening hours?
The embassy publishes office hours from Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, excluding holidays. Individual consular services may have different visiting requirements.
Can I apply for a South Korean visa in Ottawa?
The embassy accepts visa applications from eligible residents of Ottawa and Nunavut. Applicants in other areas of Canada should apply through the Korean consulate responsible for their place of residence.
Do I need an appointment at the South Korean Embassy?
Appointment requirements depend on the service requested. Check the current application instructions on the official embassy website before visiting.
Are there South Korean consulates outside Ottawa?
Yes. South Korea maintains consulates general in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver. These offices serve different consular districts in Canada.
Official information
Sources
Official South Korean government sources for the embassy’s address, contact details, office hours and consular services.