Diplomatic representation of France in Australia
French Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of France in Canberra represents France in Australia and supports diplomatic, political, economic, cultural and bilateral relations between the two countries.
Contact details
Contact the French Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of France in Canberra is France’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia.
Friday, 9:00 am–1:00 pm and 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
Visa enquiries: the Embassy of France in Canberra does not handle visa enquiries. Applicants should use the official French visa and consular channels for Australia.
Embassy location
Where is the French Embassy in Canberra?
The French Embassy is located in Yarralumla, Canberra.
The embassy is located at 6 Perth Avenue, Yarralumla ACT 2600, Australia.
Visitors should confirm the purpose of their visit before travelling, as consular and visa services may be handled by other French offices in Australia.
About the mission
About the French Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of France in Canberra is France’s principal diplomatic mission in Australia. It represents the French government and supports political, economic, security, cultural, scientific and bilateral relations.
The embassy also coordinates with France’s consular network across Australia, including the Consulates-General in Sydney and Melbourne.
Routine visa and many citizen services are not handled directly by the Canberra embassy.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
France provides consular services in Australia primarily through its Consulates-General and honorary consular network.
Passports and identity documents
French citizens should use the appropriate French consular office for passport, identity card and related citizen services.
Civil and citizen services
Consular services can include civil status matters, certifications, citizen registration and assistance for French nationals abroad.
Visas
The Canberra embassy does not respond to visa enquiries. Visa applicants should follow the current official France-Visas procedure for Australia.
Choose the correct office: depending on your place of residence and the service required, you may need to contact the Consulate-General in Sydney or Melbourne rather than the embassy in Canberra.
Planning your visit
Appointments and Consular Visits
The French Embassy’s general business hours do not mean that routine consular services are available throughout the day.
Most consular services in Australia are handled through France’s Consulates-General.
The French Consulate-General in Sydney is currently open to the public Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm by appointment.
Applicants should check the current instructions for the exact service they need before travelling to any French diplomatic or consular office.
Before visiting: confirm whether your service is handled in Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne or through another official French channel.
Consular responsibilities
Jurisdiction and Consular Responsibilities
France divides consular responsibilities in Australia between its Consulates-General and a network of honorary consulates.
The French Consulate-General in Sydney has jurisdiction over New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Western Australia.
The French Consulate-General in Melbourne serves Victoria.
France also maintains honorary consular posts in several Australian states and territories, including Brisbane, Cairns, Adelaide, Hobart, Darwin and Perth.
Honorary consulates provide more limited services than a Consulate-General, so applicants should check what can be handled locally before travelling.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Make sure you are contacting the correct French mission before travelling.
Check the correct office
Many passport, civil and citizen services are handled by the Consulates-General in Sydney or Melbourne rather than the Embassy in Canberra.
Check appointment requirements
Consular offices often operate by appointment. Review the current booking instructions for your specific service.
Use the official visa channel
Visa enquiries should be handled through the official French visa system rather than through the Canberra embassy.
Important: office hours, appointment systems and consular procedures can change. Always check the latest official French guidance before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
French Embassy Canberra FAQ
What is the address of the French Embassy in Canberra?
The Embassy of France is located at 6 Perth Avenue, Yarralumla ACT 2600, Australia.
What is the telephone number of the French Embassy?
The embassy can be contacted on +61 2 6216 0100.
What are the embassy’s office hours?
The embassy is currently open Monday to Thursday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm, and Friday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Does the French Embassy in Canberra handle visa enquiries?
No. DFAT specifically notes that the Canberra embassy is unable to respond to visa enquiries. Applicants should use the official French visa channels for Australia.
Where are French consular services provided in Australia?
France operates Consulates-General in Sydney and Melbourne, supported by honorary consular offices in several other Australian cities.
Which areas are covered by the French Consulate-General in Sydney?
DFAT lists its jurisdiction as New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Western Australia.
Which French consular office serves Victoria?
Victoria is served by the French Consulate-General in Melbourne.
Official information
Sources
Official sources used to verify the mission, opening hours and French consular network in Australia.