Australian consular representation in the United States
Australian Consulate-General in San Francisco
Find current contact details, passport and notarial services, appointments and consular assistance from the Australian Consulate-General in San Francisco, United States.
Contact information
Contact the Australian Consulate-General in San Francisco
Use the current official details below to contact the Australian Consulate-General in San Francisco.
Appointments: passport interviews require an appointment. For an in-person notarial service, contact the Consulate-General at least 48 hours in advance.
Location
Where is the Australian Consulate-General in San Francisco?
The Australian Consulate-General is located at 575 Market Street in central San Francisco.
Before visiting: confirm the service you require and arrange an appointment where necessary before travelling to the Consulate-General.
About the mission
About the Australian Consulate-General in San Francisco
The Australian Consulate-General in San Francisco is a professional Australian Government post providing consular and passport services across its jurisdiction in the northwestern United States.
The Consulate-General is headed by Mr Chris Ketter, who also serves as Senior Trade and Investment Commissioner. He was appointed Australian Consul-General in San Francisco in December 2023.
The post is managed by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission and also supports Australia’s trade, investment and commercial engagement in the region.
Services for Australians
Consular, passport and notarial services
The Australian Consulate-General in San Francisco provides consular, passport and Australian notarial services.
Consular assistance
Australians facing serious difficulties in the United States can contact the Consulate-General for assistance in accordance with the Australian Government’s Consular Services Charter.
Australian passports
The Consulate-General conducts Australian passport interviews by appointment. Eligible passport applications may also be submitted by mail under current Australian passport rules.
Notarial services
Australian notarial services include certifying copies and identity, witnessing signatures, apostilles and authentications, administering affidavits and issuing Certificates of No Impediment to Marriage.
Visas, immigration and citizenship: Australian diplomatic and consular offices in the United States cannot provide advice about Australian visas, immigration, customs or citizenship. Use the Australian Department of Home Affairs for these matters.
Visitor arrangements
Passport and notarial appointments
Passport interviews and in-person notarial services at the Australian Consulate-General in San Francisco require advance arrangements.
Passport appointments
Passport interviews are by appointment only. Current arrangements allow appointments to be booked up to three weeks in advance, with new appointments generally released on Mondays at approximately 9:00 am Pacific Time, or Tuesday following a public holiday.
Notarial appointments
For in-person notarial services in San Francisco, call the Consulate-General on +1 415 644 3620 at least 48 hours in advance. Confirm the exact notarial act required before arranging your visit.
Passport applications by mail: eligible applicants living in Northern California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada excluding Las Vegas and Clark County, Oregon, Washington State or Wyoming can send qualifying passport applications to the San Francisco Passport Office.
Notarial services by mail: selected services such as certified copies of documents, apostilles and authentications can be completed by mail under current arrangements. Australian Government guidance directs mail-in notarial applications through the Embassy of Australia in Washington DC.
Consular district
Northwestern United States
The Australian Consulate-General in San Francisco serves a defined region within Australia’s consular network in the United States.
States and regions covered
The Consulate-General covers Northern California, Idaho, Montana, northern Nevada, Oregon, Washington State and Wyoming.
Southern Nevada
Las Vegas and Clark County are excluded from the San Francisco jurisdiction and are handled through the Australian Consulate-General in Los Angeles.
Elsewhere in the United States: Australia also provides consular services through its Embassy in Washington DC and Consulates-General in Chicago, Honolulu, Houston, Los Angeles and New York. Use the Australian mission responsible for your location.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Australian Consulate-General
Check the current requirements, prepare your documents and arrange the appropriate appointment before travelling to the San Francisco office.
Book before attending
Passport interviews are appointment only. In-person notarial services must also be arranged in advance.
Prepare passport documents
Complete the correct passport application and prepare all required photographs, identification and supporting documents before your interview.
Prepare notarial documents
Confirm with the receiving authority exactly which notarial act is required. Bring your passport or other suitable government-issued identification and all documents required for the service.
Notarial payments: for in-person notarial services, bring a Visa, Mastercard or Discover card for payment.
Emergency assistance: contact the Australian Consulate-General on +1 415 644 3620. If you cannot contact an Australian mission in a consular emergency, call Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.
Frequently asked questions
Australian Consulate-General in San Francisco
Does Australia have a Consulate-General in San Francisco?
Yes. Australia maintains a professional Consulate-General in San Francisco providing consular, passport and notarial services.
Where is the Australian Consulate-General in San Francisco?
The Consulate-General is located at 575 Market Street, Suite 1800, San Francisco, CA 94105, United States.
How can I contact the Australian Consulate-General?
Call +1 415 644 3620 or email sanfrancisco@austrade.gov.au.
Who is the Australian Consul-General in San Francisco?
The Australian Consul-General in San Francisco is Mr Chris Ketter, who also serves as Senior Trade and Investment Commissioner.
What are the Consulate-General’s opening hours?
Current office hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm, except on published public holidays and office closure dates.
Which states does the San Francisco Consulate-General cover?
The Consulate-General covers Northern California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada excluding Las Vegas and Clark County, Oregon, Washington State and Wyoming.
Can I apply for an Australian passport in San Francisco?
Yes. Australian passport interviews are available at the San Francisco Passport Office by appointment.
Can I apply for an Australian passport by mail?
Some passport applications qualify for mail lodgement. Eligible applicants in the San Francisco passport jurisdiction can send their application to the Passport Office at the Consulate-General.
Does the Consulate-General provide notarial services?
Yes. The Consulate-General provides Australian notarial services. For an in-person service, call the office at least 48 hours in advance.
Can some notarial services be completed by mail?
Yes. Selected services, including certified copies of documents, apostilles and authentications, can be completed by mail under current arrangements. Mail-in notarial applications are handled centrally through the Australian Embassy in Washington DC.
Does the Consulate-General process Australian visas?
No. Australian missions in the United States cannot provide advice about Australian visas, immigration or citizenship. These matters are administered through the Australian Department of Home Affairs.
What should I do in a consular emergency?
Contact the Australian Consulate-General on +1 415 644 3620. If you cannot contact an Australian mission, call Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.