Australian consular representation in India
Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata
Find current contact details, location, consular assistance, notarial services, appointments and visitor information for the Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata, India.
Contact information
Contact the Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata
Use the current official details below to contact the Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata.
Visitor access: clients can access the Consulate-General by appointment. Contact the mission in advance before travelling to the office.
Location
Where is the Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata?
The Australian Consulate-General is located at 1A Ho Chi Minh Sarani in central Kolkata, West Bengal.
Before travelling: arrange any required appointment and check current public holiday closures before visiting the Consulate-General.
About the mission
About the Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata
The Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata is part of Australia’s diplomatic and consular network in India.
The mission promotes Australia’s trade, commercial and investment interests across eastern and north-eastern India and helps safeguard the interests of Australians living, working and travelling in the region.
The current Australian Consul-General in Kolkata is Mr Bernard Lynch.
Services for Australians
Consular and notarial services
The Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata provides consular assistance and eligible Australian notarial services. Passport services are currently provided through the Australian High Commission in New Delhi.
Consular assistance
Australians experiencing serious difficulties in eastern or north-eastern India can contact the Consulate-General for consular assistance in accordance with the Australian Government’s Consular Services Charter.
Notarial services
The Consulate-General provides eligible Australian notarial services for documents that are Australian in origin or intended for use in Australia. An appointment is required.
Passport services
The Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata is not currently providing passport services. Passport services continue to be provided by the Australian High Commission in New Delhi until further notice.
Notarial services available: eligible services include certifying copies, apostilles and authentications, witnessing certain signatures, Australian statutory declarations, affidavits, oaths and affirmations, and Certificates of No Impediment to Marriage.
Visa and citizenship matters: the Consulate-General does not process or advise on Australian visa, migration or citizenship applications. These matters are administered by the Australian Department of Home Affairs.
Visitor arrangements
Appointments at the Australian Consulate-General
Clients should arrange an appointment before visiting the Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata.
Notarial appointments
Notarial services are available by appointment only during the Consulate-General’s standard working hours. Contact the mission in advance to arrange your appointment and confirm the documents and applicable fees.
Passport applications
Passport applications are not currently accepted in Kolkata. Australians requiring passport services should follow the current instructions from the Australian High Commission in New Delhi.
Important: do not book travel to the Kolkata office for a passport application. Passport services will continue to be provided by the Australian High Commission in New Delhi until further notice.
Regional responsibility
Consular jurisdiction of the Kolkata office
The Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata covers eastern and north-eastern India.
Eastern India
The Consulate-General covers West Bengal, Bihar and Jharkhand.
North-eastern India
Its responsibilities also include Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura.
Australia’s wider India network: Australia also maintains a High Commission in New Delhi and Consulates-General in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Australian Consulate-General
Check which service you require, arrange an appointment where necessary and prepare all required documents before travelling to the Consulate-General.
Arrange your visit
Clients can access the Consulate-General by appointment. Contact the mission before travelling to confirm your appointment and service requirements.
Prepare notarial documents
For notarial services, bring your original documents, valid identification and clear instructions from the organisation or authority receiving the document.
Use New Delhi for passports
If you require an Australian passport service, follow the current passport instructions from the Australian High Commission in New Delhi rather than travelling to the Kolkata office.
Consular assistance: for consular enquiries, call the Australian Consulate-General on +91 11 4910 5980 between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm IST, Monday to Friday, except Consulate-General holidays.
Emergency assistance: Australians requiring urgent consular assistance outside normal working hours can call Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.
Frequently asked questions
Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata
Does Australia have a Consulate-General in Kolkata?
Yes. Australia maintains a professional Consulate-General in Kolkata as part of its diplomatic and consular network in India.
Where is the Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata?
The Consulate-General is located at 1A, Ho Chi Minh Sarani, Kolkata 700 071, West Bengal, India.
How can I contact the Australian Consulate-General?
Call +91 11 4910 5980 or email acg.kolkata@dfat.gov.au.
What are the opening hours?
The Australian Consulate-General is open from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday, except public holidays. Clients should arrange an appointment before visiting.
Who is the Australian Consul-General in Kolkata?
The current Australian Consul-General in Kolkata is Mr Bernard Lynch.
Can I apply for an Australian passport in Kolkata?
Not currently. The Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata is not providing passport services at this time. Passport services continue to be provided by the Australian High Commission in New Delhi until further notice.
Does the Consulate-General provide notarial services?
Yes. Eligible Australian notarial services are available by appointment for documents that are Australian in origin or intended for use in Australia.
Which parts of India are covered by the Kolkata Consulate-General?
The Consulate-General covers West Bengal, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Jharkhand, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura.
Does the Consulate-General process Australian visas?
No. The Consulate-General does not process or advise on Australian visa, migration or citizenship applications. These matters are administered by the Australian Department of Home Affairs.
What should I do in a consular emergency?
Contact the Australian Consulate-General during business hours. For urgent assistance outside normal working hours, call Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.