Swiss representation in Canada
Swiss Honorary Consulate in Toronto
Contact details, location and practical consular information for the Honorary Consulate of Switzerland in Toronto, Ontario.
Contact details
Contact the Swiss Honorary Consulate in Toronto
The Consulate of Switzerland in Toronto is headed by Honorary Consul Alexandra Soriano.
40 University Avenue, Suite 904
Toronto, ON M5J 1T1
Canada
Formal consular matters: The Swiss authorities state that the Toronto Honorary Consulate is within the consular district of the Consulate General of Switzerland in Montreal. All formal correspondence should be sent to the Consulate General in Montreal.
Location
Where is the Swiss Honorary Consulate in Toronto?
The Honorary Consulate is located at 40 University Avenue in downtown Toronto.
About the consulate
About the Swiss Honorary Consulate in Toronto
Switzerland maintains an Honorary Consulate in Toronto as part of its network of representations in Canada. The office is headed by Honorary Consul Alexandra Soriano.
The Toronto post supports Switzerland’s local presence in Ontario and complements the work of the Consulate General of Switzerland in Montreal, which is the responsible career consular mission.
Local assistance
Assistance from the Honorary Consulate
The Toronto office is an honorary representation and does not have the same consular authority as a Swiss embassy or consulate general.
Swiss citizens
Swiss citizens can contact the 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 helps maintain contacts with community, institutional and other partners in Ontario.
Formal consular services
Visas, Swiss passports, notarial matters and civil-status procedures are handled by the responsible Swiss career representation rather than the Toronto Honorary Consulate.
Limited consular authority: Swiss honorary representations cannot issue visas or Swiss passports, act as notaries or handle civil-status events.
Consular responsibility
Which Swiss mission handles consular services for Ontario?
Ontario falls within the consular district of the Consulate General of Switzerland in Montreal.
The Montreal Consulate General is responsible for Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba, 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 Toronto 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 Toronto FAQ
Is there a Swiss consulate in Toronto?
Yes. Switzerland maintains an Honorary Consulate in Toronto, Ontario.
Who is the Honorary Consul of Switzerland in Toronto?
Alexandra Soriano is the current Honorary Consul of Switzerland in Toronto.
Where is the Swiss Honorary Consulate in Toronto?
The consulate is located at c/o Lette LLP, 40 University Avenue, Suite 904, Toronto, Ontario M5J 1T1.
What is the phone number of the Swiss Honorary Consulate?
The official telephone number is +1 647 351 7811.
Can I apply for a Swiss passport in Toronto?
No. Swiss honorary representations do not have authority to issue Swiss passports. Formal passport services are handled by the responsible Swiss career representation.
Can the Toronto Honorary Consulate issue visas?
No. Swiss honorary representations do not have authority to issue visas. Visa matters for residents of Ontario are handled through the appropriate Swiss career representation.
Which Swiss Consulate General is responsible for Ontario?
The Consulate General of Switzerland in Montreal is responsible for consular services in Ontario.
What are the opening hours?
Current public opening hours are not published for the Toronto Honorary Consulate. Contact the office before visiting.