Diplomatic representation of Ireland in Australia
Irish Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of Ireland in Canberra represents Ireland in Australia and provides diplomatic and consular services for Irish citizens and other eligible applicants.
Contact details
Contact the Irish Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of Ireland in Canberra is Ireland’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia.
Emergency assistance: Irish citizens requiring urgent help outside normal working hours can call the embassy’s main number and follow the instructions for the Duty Officer.
Embassy location
Where is the Irish Embassy in Canberra?
The Embassy of Ireland is located in Yarralumla, Canberra.
The embassy is located at 20 Arkana Street, Yarralumla ACT 2600, Australia.
The mission is in South Canberra, near Parliament House and the diplomatic precinct.
About the mission
About the Irish Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of Ireland in Canberra is Ireland’s principal diplomatic mission in Australia. It represents the Irish Government and supports political, economic, cultural, community and bilateral relations between Ireland and Australia.
The embassy also provides consular assistance for Irish citizens and handles selected visa, Working Holiday Authorisation and other official services.
Ireland’s wider consular network in Australia includes Consulates-General in Sydney and Melbourne and an Honorary Consul in Perth.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
Irish consular services in Australia are shared between the Embassy in Canberra, the Consulates-General in Sydney and Melbourne and the Honorary Consul in Perth.
Passports
Irish citizens can access information about passport applications, renewals and related travel-document services through Ireland’s official passport system.
Citizenship and civil matters
Irish missions provide guidance on citizenship, marriage and civil partnership matters, document authentication and other eligible consular procedures.
Visas and Working Holiday Authorisations
Irish visa applications and Working Holiday Authorisation enquiries are among the matters that may continue to be handled through the Embassy in Canberra.
Check the correct office: applicants in New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania are generally directed to the Consulates-General in Sydney or Melbourne for local consular matters, except for services such as Irish visas and Working Holiday Authorisations that remain with Canberra.
Planning your visit
Appointments and Embassy Visits
Applicants should check the current procedure for their specific service before visiting the Embassy of Ireland.
The embassy is currently open to the public Monday to Friday from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm and from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Some services may require prior contact, an appointment or an online application before attendance.
Before travelling: use the embassy’s official contact form or service instructions to confirm whether an in-person visit is necessary.
Consular responsibilities
Jurisdiction and Consular Responsibilities
Ireland divides consular responsibilities in Australia between the Embassy in Canberra and its consular offices in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth.
The Irish Consulate-General in Sydney has jurisdiction over New South Wales.
The Irish Consulate-General in Melbourne has jurisdiction over Victoria and Tasmania.
The Irish Consulate in Perth is an honorary consular post with jurisdiction over Western Australia.
Applicants from other Australian states and territories should normally contact the Embassy in Canberra for guidance. Visa and Working Holiday Authorisation matters are handled according to separate national procedures and may remain with Canberra regardless of state or territory.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check the appropriate Irish mission and current service requirements before travelling.
Check the correct office
Residents of New South Wales are generally served by Sydney, while Victoria and Tasmania are served by Melbourne.
Check service requirements
Confirm whether your passport, citizenship, visa, Working Holiday or document procedure requires an appointment or online application.
Prepare your documents
Bring all required identification, forms, original documents and supporting evidence for your particular service.
Important: opening hours, appointment arrangements and service allocation can change. Always check the latest official Irish Government guidance before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
Irish Embassy Canberra FAQ
What is the address of the Irish Embassy in Canberra?
The Embassy of Ireland is located at 20 Arkana Street, Yarralumla ACT 2600, Australia.
What is the telephone number of the Irish Embassy?
The embassy can be contacted on +61 2 6214 0000.
What are the embassy’s public opening hours?
The embassy currently states that it is open to the public Monday to Friday from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm and from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
How do I contact the embassy in an emergency?
Irish citizens requiring emergency assistance can call +61 2 6214 0000. Outside normal working hours, callers are given instructions for contacting a Duty Officer.
Does Ireland have other consular offices in Australia?
Yes. Ireland has Consulates-General in Sydney and Melbourne and an Honorary Consul in Perth.
Which areas are covered by the Irish Consulate-General in Melbourne?
The Melbourne Consulate-General covers Victoria and Tasmania.
Are Irish visas handled by the Consulates-General?
Not necessarily. The Embassy in Canberra specifically notes that Irish visa and Working Holiday Authorisation enquiries may continue to be handled by the embassy even for applicants living in states served by a Consulate-General.
Official information
Sources
Official sources used to verify the mission, opening hours, contact details and consular network on this page.