Indian consular representation in Sydney
Indian Consulate General in Sydney
Find current contact details, location information, consular services, visitor arrangements and jurisdiction for the Consulate General of India in Sydney.
Contact information
Contact the Indian Consulate General in Sydney
Use the current official details below to contact the Consulate General of India in Sydney.
Check the procedure before visiting: service arrangements vary by consular procedure. Review the current official instructions for your application and confirm whether the service is handled directly by the Consulate or through the designated service provider.
Location
Where is the Indian Consulate General in Sydney?
The Consulate General of India is located at Level 1, 265 Castlereagh Street in central Sydney.
Before travelling: check the current instructions for your particular service before going to the Consulate. Some applications are lodged through an external service provider rather than directly at the Consulate General.
About the mission
About the Indian Consulate General in Sydney
The Consulate General of India in Sydney is a professional Indian consular mission serving New South Wales and South Australia.
The mission provides consular services and also supports India’s wider engagement with its jurisdiction, including trade, investment and cultural relations.
The Consulate General forms part of India’s diplomatic and consular network in Australia alongside the High Commission of India in Canberra and Consulates General in Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade currently lists Dr Janakiraman Sarvesvaran as Consul-General of India in Sydney.
Consular assistance
Consular services
The Sydney Consulate General provides or oversees a range of official Indian consular services for eligible applicants within its jurisdiction.
Passport services
Indian citizens can consult the current official requirements for passport-related services, including eligible passport applications and associated procedures.
OCI and other services
Official guidance is available for Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI), emergency certificates, life certificates and other eligible consular services.
Visa information
Travellers can check the current official Indian guidance for visa and e-Visa requirements applicable to their nationality and purpose of travel.
Application channels vary: the Consulate’s official guidance directs applicants for a number of services, including OCI procedures, to the designated application service provider. Always check the current instructions before submitting documents.
Visitor arrangements
Appointments and visiting the Indian Consulate General
The Consulate General is open on weekdays except weekends and public holidays. Its current published office hours are 9:00 am to 5:30 pm.
The Consulate currently lists hours for consular-related enquiries from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Submission and collection arrangements can differ depending on the service.
Do not assume that every application can be lodged directly at the Consulate. Check the current official instructions for your particular passport, OCI, visa or miscellaneous consular procedure before travelling.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Indian Consulate General in Sydney
The Consulate General of India in Sydney has consular jurisdiction over New South Wales and South Australia.
Residents of these two states should use the Sydney Consulate General’s current official guidance to determine the correct application process for the service they require.
South Australia: although Adelaide is geographically distant from Sydney, the official consular jurisdiction of the Sydney Consulate General expressly includes South Australia.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Indian Consulate General
Check the application process and prepare the required documents before travelling to the Sydney office.
Check the service
Determine whether your application is handled directly by the Consulate General or through the designated application service provider.
Check current requirements
Review the official document checklist, application instructions and any appointment or submission requirements for your particular service.
Prepare your documents
Bring or submit the required forms, identification, photographs, originals, copies and supporting documents specified for your procedure.
Frequently asked questions
Indian Consulate General in Sydney
Is there an Indian Consulate General in Sydney?
Yes. India maintains a professional Consulate General in central Sydney.
Where is the Indian Consulate General in Sydney?
The Consulate General is located at Level 1, 265 Castlereagh Street, Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia.
How can I contact the Indian Consulate General in Sydney?
The official telephone number is +61 2 9223 2702.
What are the office hours?
The Consulate General currently publishes office working hours from Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, except public holidays.
When are consular enquiries handled?
The Consulate currently lists consular-related enquiry hours from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Who is the Indian Consul-General in Sydney?
DFAT currently lists Dr Janakiraman Sarvesvaran as Consul-General of India in Sydney.
Which states does the Indian Consulate General in Sydney cover?
Its official consular jurisdiction covers New South Wales and South Australia.
Can I apply for an OCI card through the Sydney Consulate?
The Consulate publishes official guidance for OCI services. Current instructions direct applicants through the designated application process and service provider, so check the latest procedure before submitting an application.
Does the Sydney Consulate handle passport services?
The Consulate provides official guidance and consular support for Indian passport services within its jurisdiction. The application and submission process depends on the service, so check the current official instructions before applying.