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Embassies and consulates in Canada

190 foreign missions in 12 cities, and 110 Canadian missions around the world.

Questions

How many foreign embassies are there in Canada?

We list 128 embassies and high commissions and 62 consulates in Canada, run by 130 countries.

Which city in Canada has the most embassies?

Ottawa, with 74 missions, followed by Toronto (21).

Which cities in Canada have foreign consulates?

Calgary, Halifax, Markham, Moncton, Montreal, Quebec, Quebec City Toronto, and 4 more. Consulates handle visas and help citizens outside the capital.

Where is the Embassy of Afghanistan, Ottawa?

240 Argyle Ave, Ottawa. Website: http://www.afghanemb-canada.net/

How many embassies and consulates does Canada have abroad?

110 missions in 99 countries, including Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Brazil Burkina Faso, and 94 more.

Does Canada have an embassy in Ivory Coast?

Yes, in Abidjan. Website: http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/cotedivoire/index.aspx

Why are some missions in Canada called high commissions?

Commonwealth countries call their embassies in each other "high commissions". They do the same job. Canada hosts 26.

What is the difference between an embassy and a consulate?

An embassy is a country's main office in another country, usually in the capital. A consulate is a smaller office in another city that handles visas, passports and help for citizens.

What is an honorary consulate?

A small office run by a local volunteer. It can help citizens in an emergency but usually cannot issue visas or passports.

How do I contact an embassy in Canada?

Use the official website listed for each mission (148 of them have one). Many take visa applications only by appointment, so book online first.

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