Diplomatic representation of India in Australia
Indian High Commission in Canberra
The High Commission of India in Canberra represents India in Australia and provides diplomatic and consular services for Indian citizens and other eligible applicants.
Contact details
Contact the Indian High Commission in Canberra
The High Commission of India in Canberra is India’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia.
Check before visiting: many passport, visa and consular applications are submitted through designated Indian Consular Application Centres rather than directly at the High Commission. Review the current procedure for your service first.
High Commission location
Where is the Indian High Commission in Canberra?
The High Commission of India is located in Kingston, Canberra.
The mission is located at Unit 1–4, 15 Tench Street, Kingston ACT 2604, Australia.
Applicants should check whether their service is handled at the High Commission itself or through an Indian Consular Application Centre before travelling.
About the mission
About the Indian High Commission in Canberra
The High Commission of India in Canberra is India’s principal diplomatic mission in Australia. It represents the Government of India and supports political, economic, trade, cultural, educational and bilateral relations.
The High Commission also oversees consular, passport and visa services together with India’s Consulates-General and designated application centres across Australia.
India maintains one of the larger diplomatic and consular networks in Australia, with Consulates-General in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
Indian consular services in Australia include passport, visa, Overseas Citizen of India and other citizen and document services.
Passports and citizen services
Indian citizens can access passport and related citizen services through India’s official consular system and designated application centres.
OCI and consular documents
Eligible applicants can obtain information about Overseas Citizen of India services, document attestation and other official consular procedures.
Visa services
Applicants requiring an Indian visa should follow the current official application procedure and use the designated submission channel for their visa category.
Application centres: India’s current consular service structure includes application centres in Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide.
Planning your visit
Appointments and Consular Applications
Applicants should first check whether their service is submitted through the High Commission or a designated Indian Consular Application Centre.
India’s current consular service arrangements provide application centres in six Australian cities, including Canberra.
Passport, visa and other consular procedures can have different submission, biometric and document requirements, so applicants should review the current official instructions before attending.
Before travelling: confirm the correct submission location and current appointment arrangements for your exact service.
Consular responsibilities
Jurisdiction and Consular Responsibilities
India divides consular responsibilities in Australia among the High Commission in Canberra and several Consulates-General.
The Indian Consulate-General in Sydney has jurisdiction over New South Wales and South Australia.
The Indian Consulate-General in Melbourne has jurisdiction over Victoria and Tasmania.
The Indian Consulate-General in Perth covers Western Australia and the Northern Territory.
The Indian Consulate-General in Brisbane has jurisdiction over Queensland.
India also maintains a Consulate in Tasmania. Applicants should check the current official service allocation before choosing an office, as not every post provides the same range of services.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check the correct office and application process before travelling to the Indian High Commission.
Check your service
Determine whether your passport, visa, OCI or document application should be lodged through an application centre or directly with an Indian mission.
Prepare your documents
Review the official checklist for your procedure and bring all required forms, identification and supporting documents.
Check your jurisdiction
India has Consulates-General in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane, so applicants outside Canberra may be served by another office.
Important: application procedures, appointment systems and submission locations can change. Always check the latest official High Commission information before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
Indian High Commission Canberra FAQ
What is the address of the Indian High Commission in Canberra?
The High Commission of India is located at Unit 1–4, 15 Tench Street, Kingston ACT 2604, Australia.
What is the main telephone number of the Indian High Commission?
The main number listed by DFAT is +61 2 6225 4900.
What are the High Commission’s office hours?
DFAT currently lists business hours from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday.
Can I submit passport and visa applications in Canberra?
India’s current consular service structure includes an Indian Consular Application Centre in Canberra. Applicants should check the current procedure for their specific service before attending.
Does India have other Consulates-General in Australia?
Yes. India has Consulates-General in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane.
Which areas are covered by the Indian Consulate-General in Sydney?
DFAT currently lists its jurisdiction as New South Wales and South Australia.
Which areas are covered by the Indian Consulate-General in Perth?
The Perth Consulate-General covers Western Australia and the Northern Territory.
Official information
Sources
Official sources used to verify the mission, contact details and consular network on this page.