Swiss representation in Canada
Swiss Honorary Consulate in Halifax
Contact details, location and practical consular information for the Honorary Consulate of Switzerland serving Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Contact details
Contact the Swiss Honorary Consulate in Halifax
The Consulate of Switzerland in Halifax is headed by Honorary Consul Dieter Gautschi.
101 Research Drive
Dartmouth, NS B2Y 4T6
Canada
Formal consular matters: The Swiss authorities state that the Halifax Honorary Consulate is within the consular district of the Consulate General of Switzerland in Montreal. Formal correspondence should be sent to the Consulate General in Montreal.
Location
Where is the Swiss Honorary Consulate serving Halifax?
The post is officially designated as the Consulate of Switzerland in Halifax, while its physical office is located at 101 Research Drive in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
About the consulate
About the Swiss Honorary Consulate in Halifax
Switzerland maintains an Honorary Consulate serving Halifax as part of its network of representations in Canada. The office is headed by Honorary Consul Dieter Gautschi.
The honorary post complements the work of the Consulate General of Switzerland in Montreal, which is the responsible career consular mission for Nova Scotia.
Local assistance
Assistance from the Honorary Consulate
Swiss honorary representations provide local support but do not have the same consular authority as a career embassy or consulate general.
Swiss citizens
Swiss citizens can contact the Halifax Honorary Consulate for local guidance and assistance in identifying the appropriate Swiss authority for their situation.
Local representation
The Honorary Consul supports Switzerland’s local presence and maintains contacts with community, institutional and other partners in Nova Scotia.
Formal consular services
Visas, Swiss passports, notarial matters and civil-status procedures cannot be handled by the Honorary Consulate and must be dealt with by the responsible career representation.
Important: Swiss honorary representations do not have consular authority to issue visas or Swiss passports, act as notaries or handle civil-status events.
Consular responsibility
Which Swiss mission handles consular services for Nova Scotia?
Nova Scotia falls within the consular district of the Consulate General of Switzerland in Montreal.
The Montreal Consulate General is responsible for Quebec, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador and Nunavut, as well as the Bahamas.
Before you visit
What to check before visiting
Contact the office first
Current public opening hours are not published for the Halifax Honorary Consulate. Contact the office before travelling.
Confirm the service
Ask whether your enquiry can be assisted with locally or whether it must be handled directly by the Consulate General in Montreal.
Send formal applications to Montreal
Formal Swiss consular correspondence and applications should be directed to the Consulate General of Switzerland in Montreal.
Frequently asked questions
Swiss Honorary Consulate in Halifax FAQ
Is there a Swiss consulate in Halifax?
Yes. Switzerland maintains an Honorary Consulate officially designated as serving Halifax. Its physical office is located in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
Who is the Honorary Consul of Switzerland in Halifax?
Dieter Gautschi is the current Honorary Consul of Switzerland in Halifax.
Where is the Swiss Honorary Consulate located?
The office is located at c/o Partner International Inc., 101 Research Drive, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B2Y 4T6.
What is the phone number of the Swiss Honorary Consulate?
The official telephone number is +1 902 717 5745.
Can I apply for a Swiss passport at the Halifax Honorary Consulate?
No. Swiss honorary representations do not have authority to issue Swiss passports. Formal passport services must be handled through the responsible Swiss career representation.
Can the Halifax Honorary Consulate issue visas?
No. Swiss honorary representations do not have authority to issue visas. Visa matters for residents of Nova Scotia are handled through the Consulate General of Switzerland in Montreal.
Which Swiss Consulate General is responsible for Nova Scotia?
The Consulate General of Switzerland in Montreal is responsible for consular services in Nova Scotia.
What are the opening hours?
Current public opening hours are not published for the Halifax Honorary Consulate. Contact the office before visiting.