Diplomatic representation of the Czech Republic in Australia
Czech Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Canberra represents the Czech Republic in Australia and provides diplomatic and consular services for Czech citizens and other applicants.
Contact details
Contact the Czech Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Canberra is the country’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia.
Appointments: the Consular Section receives visitors by individual appointment. Contact the embassy before travelling to Canberra.
Embassy location
Where is the Czech Embassy in Canberra?
The Czech Embassy is located in Deakin, Canberra.
The embassy is located at 3 Beale Crescent, Deakin ACT 2600, Australia.
Visitors should confirm their appointment and the requirements for their particular consular service before travelling.
About the mission
About the Czech Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Canberra is the Czech Republic’s principal diplomatic mission in Australia. It represents the Czech government and supports bilateral relations in political, economic, cultural, scientific and other areas.
The embassy also provides consular services for residents of the Australian Capital Territory and supports Czech citizens who require assistance.
The Canberra mission also has wider diplomatic accreditation across New Zealand and several Pacific countries.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Consular Section in Canberra provides selected services for residents of the Australian Capital Territory.
Passports
Czech citizens living in the ACT can apply for Czech passports at the embassy in Canberra. Passport applications must be submitted in person.
Citizenship and civil documents
The Consular Section assists with Czech citizenship matters, birth and marriage certificates and other civil documentation.
Verifications and certificates
Services include selected signature, copy and document verifications as well as applications for Czech criminal record certificates.
Visa services: the Canberra embassy does not have general visa jurisdiction. Visa matters are handled by the Czech Consulate-General in Sydney.
Planning your visit
Appointments at the Czech Embassy in Canberra
The Consular Section is open to the public by individual appointment only.
Applicants should contact the embassy before travelling to arrange their visit and confirm which documents are required.
For Czech passport applications, the embassy currently asks applicants to arrange an appointment in advance by email and include their full name, contact details and information about their current Czech passport or identity card.
Before travelling: do not attend the Consular Section without a confirmed appointment unless the embassy has specifically instructed you to do so.
Consular responsibilities
Jurisdiction and Consular Responsibilities
Consular responsibility in Australia is divided between the Czech Embassy in Canberra and the Consulate-General in Sydney.
The Embassy in Canberra has consular jurisdiction over the Australian Capital Territory.
The Czech Consulate-General in Sydney covers New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Western Australia and the Northern Territory.
The Canberra embassy also has diplomatic accreditation to New Zealand, Fiji, Tonga, Samoa, Vanuatu, Solomon Islands and the Cook Islands.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check your jurisdiction and appointment requirements before travelling to the Czech Embassy.
Check the correct office
The Canberra Consular Section mainly serves ACT residents. Applicants in other Australian states and territories are generally handled by the Consulate-General in Sydney.
Arrange an appointment
Consular visits are by appointment, so contact the embassy before making a journey to Canberra.
Prepare your documents
Review the requirements for passports, citizenship, certificates or verification services and bring all requested originals and supporting documents.
Important: procedures and documentary requirements can change. Always check the latest official Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs information before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
Czech Embassy Canberra FAQ
What is the address of the Czech Embassy in Canberra?
The Embassy of the Czech Republic is located at 3 Beale Crescent, Deakin ACT 2600, Australia.
What is the telephone number of the Czech Embassy?
The embassy can be contacted on +61 2 6290 1386.
What email should I use for consular enquiries?
Consular enquiries can be sent to Canberra.Consulate@mzv.gov.cz.
What are the embassy’s office hours?
The Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs and DFAT currently list general office hours from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
Do I need an appointment for consular services?
Yes. The Consular Section receives visitors by individual appointment.
Can I apply for a Czech passport in Canberra?
Yes, if you are resident in the Australian Capital Territory. Passport applications must be made in person and should be arranged in advance.
Which areas are covered by the Czech Consulate-General in Sydney?
DFAT currently lists its jurisdiction as New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Western Australia and the Northern Territory.
Official information
Sources
Official sources used to verify the mission, contact details and consular responsibilities on this page.