Australian diplomatic representation in the Marshall Islands
Australian Embassy in Majuro
Find current contact details, opening hours, location, consular assistance and passport information for the Australian Embassy in Majuro, Republic of the Marshall Islands.
Contact information
Contact the Australian Embassy in Majuro
Use the current official details below to contact the Australian Embassy in the Republic of the Marshall Islands.
Important: not all Australian consular and passport services are available in the Marshall Islands. Contact the Embassy before visiting if you require a specific service.
Location
Where is the Australian Embassy in Majuro?
The Australian Embassy is located in Office Suite 1 on the fourth floor of the NAPA Building in Uliga, Majuro.
Before visiting: contact the Embassy first if you require a passport, document or other specialised consular service, as some services are handled through another Australian mission.
About the mission
About the Australian Embassy in the Marshall Islands
The Australian Embassy in Majuro is Australia’s resident diplomatic mission to the Republic of the Marshall Islands.
Australia and the Marshall Islands established diplomatic relations in 1987. Australia opened its resident Embassy in Majuro in 2021, strengthening Australia’s permanent diplomatic presence in the North Pacific.
The Embassy supports the bilateral relationship between Australia and the Marshall Islands, including cooperation on development, climate resilience, regional security, education and people-to-people links.
Australia’s Ambassador to the Republic of the Marshall Islands is Mr Paul Wilson.
Consular assistance
Consular and passport services
The Australian Embassy in Majuro provides consular assistance to Australians in emergencies, but not all Australian consular and passport services are available locally.
Consular assistance
Australians in the Marshall Islands can contact the Embassy for consular assistance in an emergency. The level of assistance available depends on the circumstances and the services available locally.
Australian passports
The Australian Embassy in Majuro does not issue Australian passports. Australians who need to apply for or renew a passport should contact the Australian Embassy in Pohnpei about the current application arrangements.
Notarial services
The Australian Embassy in Majuro does not provide notarial services. Some services can be arranged through Australian Passport Offices in Australia or, depending on the service required, through the Australian Embassy in Pohnpei.
Visa and migration services: Australian visa, migration and citizenship matters are administered through the Australian Department of Home Affairs. The Embassy advises applicants to allow sufficient time when applying for permission to travel to Australia.
Visitor arrangements
Visiting the Australian Embassy in Majuro
The Embassy is normally open from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
Because the Embassy does not provide the full range of Australian passport and notarial services, contact the mission before attending if you require a specific service.
Australians who need to apply for or renew an Australian passport should contact the Australian Embassy in Pohnpei for current passport arrangements rather than travelling to the Majuro Embassy expecting a passport interview.
Save an unnecessary visit: confirm with the Embassy whether your matter can be handled in Majuro before travelling to the NAPA Building.
Diplomatic responsibility
Australian representation in the Marshall Islands
The Australian Embassy in Majuro is Australia’s resident diplomatic mission to the Republic of the Marshall Islands.
Australia’s current overseas mission directory lists the Majuro Embassy for the Marshall Islands and does not identify additional country accreditation for this resident mission.
Canadian citizens: under consular sharing arrangements between Australia and Canada, the Australian Embassy in Majuro is authorised to provide certain consular services to Canadian citizens in the Republic of the Marshall Islands.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Australian Embassy
Check whether the service you need is available in Majuro before travelling to the Embassy.
Contact the Embassy first
The Majuro Embassy does not provide every passport, notarial or consular service. Confirm the appropriate service location before visiting.
Passport applications
If you need a new or renewed Australian passport, contact the Australian Embassy in Pohnpei about current passport application arrangements.
Document services
Notarial services are not available at the Majuro Embassy. Depending on the document, assistance may be available through the Australian Embassy in Pohnpei or an Australian Passport Office in Australia.
Frequently asked questions
Australian Embassy in Majuro
Does Australia have an Embassy in the Marshall Islands?
Yes. Australia maintains a resident Embassy in Uliga, Majuro. The resident Australian Embassy opened in 2021.
Where is the Australian Embassy in Majuro?
The Embassy is located in Office Suite 1 on the fourth floor of the NAPA Building in Uliga, Majuro.
How can I contact the Australian Embassy?
Call +692 457 2285 or email majuro.embassy@dfat.gov.au.
What are the Embassy’s opening hours?
The Embassy is normally open from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
Who is the Australian Ambassador to the Marshall Islands?
Mr Paul Wilson is Australia’s Ambassador to the Republic of the Marshall Islands.
Can the Australian Embassy in Majuro issue passports?
No. The Embassy states that it does not issue Australian passports. Australians seeking to apply for or renew a passport should contact the Australian Embassy in Pohnpei about current application arrangements.
Can I attend a passport interview in Majuro?
The Embassy’s current information directs Australian citizens who need a passport application or renewal to the Australian Embassy in Pohnpei. Contact the missions before making travel arrangements.
Does the Australian Embassy in Majuro provide notarial services?
No. The Embassy states that it does not provide notarial services.
Where can I obtain an Australian notarial service?
Australian Passport Offices in Sydney or Melbourne can provide certain document legalisation services and Certificates of No Impediment to Marriage by mail. The Australian Embassy in Pohnpei may also be able to provide certain other notarial services.
Does the Embassy provide consular assistance?
Yes. The Australian Embassy in Majuro provides consular assistance to Australians in emergencies, although not all consular services are available locally.
Can the Embassy assist Canadian citizens?
Yes. Under consular sharing arrangements between Australia and Canada, the Australian Embassy in Majuro is authorised to provide certain consular services to Canadian citizens in the Marshall Islands.
Can I apply for an Australian visa at the Embassy?
Australian visa, migration and citizenship matters are administered through the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Check the current official immigration requirements and application channels before travelling.
What should I do in a consular emergency?
Contact the Australian Embassy in Majuro on +692 457 2285. For urgent assistance outside local service arrangements, contact the Australian Government’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.