Australian consular representation in Canada
Australian Consulate-General in Toronto
Find current contact details, opening hours, location, passport and notarial services, appointments and consular information for the Australian Consulate-General in Toronto, Canada.
Contact information
Contact the Australian Consulate-General in Toronto
Use the current official details below to contact the Australian Consulate-General in Toronto.
Before visiting: all passport, notarial and consular services are provided by appointment. Book your appointment before travelling to the Consulate-General.
Location
Where is the Australian Consulate-General in Toronto?
The Australian Consulate-General is located at 175 Bloor Street East in Toronto, Ontario.
Before travelling: make sure you have a confirmed appointment and check the current requirements for your passport, notarial or consular service.
About the mission
About the Australian Consulate-General in Toronto
The Australian Consulate-General in Toronto is an official Australian Government post providing consular, passport and notarial services in Canada.
The post is managed by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) and also supports Australia’s trade and investment interests in Canada.
Australia’s wider network in Canada includes the Australian High Commission in Ottawa and the Australian Consulate in Vancouver.
Services for Australians
Consular services
The Australian Consulate-General in Toronto provides consular assistance as well as Australian passport and selected notarial services.
Consular assistance
Australians within the Toronto consular jurisdiction can contact the Consulate-General for consular assistance. Services are provided in accordance with the Australian Government’s Consular Services Charter.
Australian passports
Australian passport applications can be lodged in Toronto by appointment. Eligible adults using the one-page Adult Passport Renewal Application may also be able to submit their renewal by mail.
Notarial services
The Consulate-General provides selected Australian notarial services. Some notarial acts are not available in Toronto and may need to be completed by an Australian Consular or Diplomatic Officer at the Australian High Commission in Ottawa.
Visa, immigration and citizenship matters: the Consulate-General cannot assist with Australian visa, immigration or citizenship enquiries. These matters are administered by the Australian Department of Home Affairs.
Visitor arrangements
Appointments in Toronto
All consular, passport and notarial services in Toronto are provided by appointment only. Appointments can be booked online through the Australian High Commission’s current appointment system.
Passport applicants should prepare their application before attending and check whether their application requires an in-person appointment or qualifies for submission by mail.
Notarial appointments: speak with a consular officer before arranging travel for a notarial service. Some services cannot be performed in Toronto and may require an appointment at the Australian High Commission in Ottawa.
Passport processing: Australians applying overseas should allow at least six weeks of standard processing time to receive a new passport.
Consular district
Toronto consular jurisdiction
The Australian Consulate-General in Toronto provides consular assistance for Australians in the Greater Toronto Area and the southwestern corner of Ontario below Kingston.
Toronto
The Toronto Consulate-General covers the Greater Toronto Area and southwestern Ontario below Kingston for consular assistance.
Ottawa
The Australian High Commission covers Ontario outside the Toronto jurisdiction, as well as Quebec, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick and Bermuda.
Vancouver
The Australian Consulate in Vancouver covers Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Saskatchewan and Yukon.
Planning your appointment
Before visiting the Australian Consulate-General
Book the appropriate appointment, prepare your application and confirm that the Toronto office can provide the service you require before travelling.
Book before visiting
Passport, notarial and consular services are by appointment only. Do not rely on walk-in service.
Prepare your documents
Bring the completed forms, identification, photographs, original documents and supporting evidence required for your particular passport or notarial service.
Check the service location
Some Australian notarial acts cannot be performed in Toronto. Confirm availability with a consular officer before making travel arrangements.
Emergency assistance: Australians requiring urgent consular or passport assistance outside regular business hours can contact Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.
Frequently asked questions
Australian Consulate-General in Toronto
Does Australia have a Consulate-General in Toronto?
Yes. The Australian Consulate-General is located at 175 Bloor Street East in Toronto, Ontario.
What are the Consulate-General’s business hours?
Published business hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm. Passport, notarial and consular services are by appointment only.
How can I contact the Australian Consulate-General in Toronto?
Call +1 416 323 4280 or email toronto.consular@austrade.gov.au.
Can I apply for an Australian passport in Toronto?
Yes. Passport applications can be lodged at the Australian Consulate-General in Toronto by appointment. Some eligible adult passport renewals can also be submitted by mail.
How long should I allow for an Australian passport?
The Australian Passport Office advises applicants overseas to allow at least six weeks of standard processing time to receive a passport.
Does the Toronto Consulate-General provide notarial services?
Yes. Selected Australian notarial services are available by appointment. Some notarial acts are not available in Toronto and may need to be completed at the Australian High Commission in Ottawa.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes. Consular, passport and notarial services are provided by appointment only.
What area does the Toronto Consulate-General cover?
Its consular jurisdiction covers the Greater Toronto Area and the southwestern corner of Ontario below Kingston.
Does the Consulate-General process Australian visas?
No. The Australian missions in Canada cannot assist with visa, immigration or citizenship enquiries. These matters are handled by the Australian Department of Home Affairs.
What other Australian missions are in Canada?
Australia also maintains the Australian High Commission in Ottawa and the Australian Consulate in Vancouver.
What should I do in a consular emergency?
For urgent assistance outside regular business hours, contact Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.