Diplomatic representation of Italy in Australia
Italian Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of Italy in Canberra represents Italy in Australia and provides diplomatic and consular services for Italian citizens and other eligible applicants.
Contact details
Contact the Italian Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of Italy in Canberra is Italy’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia.
Wednesday, 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
Consular visits: check the requirements for your particular service before travelling to the embassy. Appointment arrangements can differ depending on the procedure.
Embassy location
Where is the Italian Embassy in Canberra?
The Embassy of Italy is located in Deakin, Canberra.
The embassy and its Consular Office are located at 12 Grey Street, Deakin ACT 2600, Australia.
Visitors should check the current consular service requirements and public opening hours before travelling to the mission.
About the mission
About the Italian Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of Italy in Canberra is Italy’s principal diplomatic mission in Australia. It represents the Italian government and supports bilateral relations between Italy and Australia.
The mission works across diplomatic, economic, cultural, scientific and other areas of cooperation while its Consular Office provides services for eligible Italian citizens and foreign nationals within its area of responsibility.
The embassy also forms part of a wider Italian consular network in Australia that includes Consulates-General in Sydney and Melbourne and Consulates in Adelaide, Brisbane and Perth.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Consular Office provides services for Italian citizens and eligible foreign nationals within its consular district.
Passports and identity documents
Eligible Italian citizens can access passport and travel-document services. The embassy also provides the Electronic Identity Card service for eligible applicants.
Civil and administrative services
Consular services include civil-status matters, AIRE-related procedures, notarial services, document legalisation and other administrative services for Italian citizens.
Visas and services for foreign nationals
The Consular Office processes eligible visa applications and provides information for foreign nationals requiring consular services relating to Italy.
Service requirements: procedures can have different eligibility, document and appointment requirements. Check the official instructions for your particular service before visiting.
Planning your visit
Appointments at the Italian Embassy in Canberra
Appointment requirements depend on the consular service you need.
The Consular Office is currently open to the public on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and on Wednesday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
For visa applications handled by the Canberra Consular Office, the embassy states that applicants do not need to make an appointment and may attend during the published public hours. Other consular procedures may have their own booking requirements.
Applicants should therefore check the instructions for their specific service before travelling to the embassy.
Before visiting: confirm the current procedure for the service you need and prepare all required forms and supporting documents before attending the Consular Office.
Consular district
Jurisdiction and Consular Responsibilities
The Canberra Consular Office serves a defined area rather than all residents of Australia.
The Consular Office of the Embassy of Italy in Canberra is responsible for residents of the Australian Capital Territory and the cities of Queanbeyan and Cooma in New South Wales.
Residents elsewhere in Australia are generally served by Italy’s wider consular network, including the Italian Consulate General in Sydney, Italian Consulate General in Melbourne, Italian Consulate in Brisbane, Italian Consulate in Perth and Italian Consulate in Adelaide.
The Embassy of Italy in Canberra also has secondary accreditation to Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Nauru and Vanuatu.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check the current consular requirements and confirm that the Canberra embassy is responsible for your place of residence before travelling.
Check your consular office
The Canberra Consular Office serves the ACT plus Queanbeyan and Cooma. Residents elsewhere in Australia may need to use another Italian consular office.
Prepare your documents
Review the official instructions for your passport, identity document, visa, civil-status or other procedure and bring all required supporting documents.
Check opening and appointment rules
Public hours and booking arrangements can vary by service. Confirm the latest requirements before making a special journey to the embassy.
Important: consular procedures, opening arrangements and document requirements can change. Always check the latest information published by the Embassy of Italy before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
Italian Embassy Canberra FAQ
What is the address of the Italian Embassy in Canberra?
The Embassy of Italy is located at 12 Grey Street, Deakin ACT 2600, Australia.
What is the telephone number of the Italian Embassy?
The embassy can be contacted on +61 2 6185 8111.
What email should I use for consular enquiries?
Consular enquiries can be sent to consolare.canberra@esteri.it. Visa enquiries can be sent to visti.canberra@esteri.it.
What are the Consular Office opening hours?
The Consular Office is currently open to the public on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and on Wednesday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
Which areas does the Italian Embassy in Canberra serve?
The Canberra Consular Office serves residents of the Australian Capital Territory and the cities of Queanbeyan and Cooma in New South Wales.
Do I need an appointment for an Italian visa in Canberra?
The embassy currently states that visa applicants using the Canberra Consular Office do not need an appointment and may attend during the published public hours. Applicants should check the latest instructions before visiting.
Does Italy have other consulates in Australia?
Yes. Italy’s official consular network includes Consulates-General in Sydney and Melbourne and Consulates in Adelaide, Brisbane and Perth, as well as honorary consular representation.
Official information
Sources
Official sources used to verify the mission, contact details, consular services, opening hours and jurisdiction on this page.