Australian consular representation in Brazil
Australian Consulate in Rio de Janeiro
Find current contact details, location, passport services, consular assistance, appointments and visitor information for the Australian Consulate in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Contact information
Contact the Australian Consulate in Rio de Janeiro
Use the current official details below to contact Australia’s honorary consular post in Rio de Janeiro.
Before visiting: Australian passport services in Rio de Janeiro are available by appointment only. Contact the Consulate before attending and do not visit for notarial or document legalisation services, as these are not available from this office.
Location
Where is the Australian Consulate in Rio de Janeiro?
The Australian Consulate is located at Av. Bartolomeu Mitre 770 in Leblon, Rio de Janeiro.
Before travelling: passport applicants should have a confirmed appointment before visiting the Consulate and should bring all documents required for their application.
About the mission
About the Australian Consulate in Rio de Janeiro
The Australian Consulate in Rio de Janeiro is an honorary consular post providing local representation and assistance for Australia in Brazil.
The Rio de Janeiro office forms part of Australia’s wider network in Brazil. Australia also maintains the Australian Embassy in Brasília and the Australian Consulate-General in São Paulo.
The Consulate provides consular assistance and Australian passport services within the functions available to the honorary post. Notarial and document legalisation services are not available from the Rio de Janeiro office.
Services for Australians
Consular services
The Australian Consulate in Rio de Janeiro provides local consular assistance and Australian passport services.
Consular assistance
Australians in Brazil who require consular assistance can contact the Rio de Janeiro Consulate. Assistance is provided in accordance with the Australian Government’s Consular Services Charter.
Australian passports
Australian passport applications can be lodged through an appointment at the Honorary Consulate in Rio de Janeiro. Passport appointments should be arranged before visiting.
Notarial services
Notarial and document legalisation services are not available at the Honorary Consulate in Rio de Janeiro. These services should instead be arranged through an Australian mission in Brazil authorised to provide them.
Visa, immigration and citizenship matters: these enquiries are handled by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. The Honorary Consulate should not be used as a local visa processing office.
Visitor arrangements
Passport appointments in Rio de Janeiro
Australian passport services at the Rio de Janeiro Honorary Consulate are provided by appointment only.
Applicants should contact the Australian mission using the current passport appointment arrangements before travelling to the office. Appointment availability can be limited, so passport applications should be planned well ahead of intended travel.
Passport processing: the Australian mission in Brazil advises applicants to continue allowing a minimum of six weeks after lodgement to receive a new passport.
Notarial appointments: do not book travel to the Rio de Janeiro office for notarial or document legalisation services. Honorary Consulate staff are not authorised to perform these services.
Australian representation
Australian missions in Brazil
Australia maintains three principal points of diplomatic and consular representation in Brazil: the Embassy in Brasília, the Consulate-General in São Paulo and the Honorary Consulate in Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro
The Honorary Consulate provides local consular assistance and Australian passport services by appointment.
Brasília
The Australian Embassy in Brasília is Australia’s resident diplomatic mission to Brazil and provides passport, consular and eligible notarial services.
São Paulo
The Australian Consulate-General in São Paulo provides passport, consular and eligible notarial services.
Choosing a mission: Australians requiring notarial or document legalisation services should use an Australian mission authorised to provide those services rather than the Honorary Consulate in Rio de Janeiro.
Planning your appointment
Before visiting the Australian Consulate
Arrange your passport appointment and prepare the required application documents before travelling to the Consulate in Rio de Janeiro.
Book an appointment
Passport services are available by appointment only. Do not attend the Consulate expecting a walk-in passport interview.
Prepare your documents
Check the current Australian passport requirements and bring the application, identification, photographs and supporting documents required for your particular application.
Allow enough time
Passport appointment availability can be limited. Apply well before planned international travel and allow sufficient time for processing and delivery.
Notarial services: the Rio de Janeiro Honorary Consulate cannot certify documents, witness signatures or provide Australian document legalisation services. Check the arrangements available through Brasília or São Paulo.
Emergency assistance: Australians facing a life-threatening situation or serious concerns for their welfare can contact Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.
Frequently asked questions
Australian Consulate in Rio de Janeiro
Does Australia have a Consulate in Rio de Janeiro?
Yes. Australia maintains an Honorary Consulate in Rio de Janeiro at Av. Bartolomeu Mitre 770 in Leblon.
Where is the Australian Consulate in Rio de Janeiro?
The Consulate is located at Av. Bartolomeu Mitre 770, Leblon, Rio de Janeiro – RJ 22431-004, Brazil.
How can I contact the Australian Consulate?
For general consular enquiries, call +55 21 3824 4624 Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, excluding public holidays.
Can I apply for an Australian passport in Rio de Janeiro?
Yes. Australian passport applications can be lodged at the Honorary Consulate in Rio de Janeiro by appointment.
Do I need an appointment for passport services?
Yes. Passport services at the Australian Honorary Consulate in Rio de Janeiro are provided by appointment only.
How long should I allow for a new Australian passport?
The Australian mission in Brazil advises applicants to allow a minimum of six weeks after lodgement to receive a new passport.
Does the Australian Consulate provide notarial services?
No. Honorary Consulate staff in Rio de Janeiro are not authorised to provide Australian notarial or document legalisation services.
Where can I obtain Australian notarial services in Brazil?
Eligible Australian notarial services are available through authorised Australian missions in Brazil, including the Embassy in Brasília and the Consulate-General in São Paulo. Check the current service requirements before making an appointment.
Does the Consulate process Australian visas?
No. Australian visa, immigration and citizenship matters are administered by the Australian Department of Home Affairs.
What other Australian missions are in Brazil?
Australia also maintains the Australian Embassy in Brasília and the Australian Consulate-General in São Paulo.
What should I do in a consular emergency?
For urgent assistance in a life-threatening situation or where there are serious concerns for your welfare, contact Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.