Diplomatic representation of Kosovo in Australia
Kosovo Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of the Republic of Kosovo in Canberra represents Kosovo in Australia and provides diplomatic and consular services for Kosovo citizens and other eligible applicants.
Contact details
Contact the Kosovo Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of the Republic of Kosovo in Canberra is Kosovo’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia.
Before visiting: consular services have more limited public hours than the Embassy’s general business hours. Check the requirements for your particular procedure before travelling to the Embassy.
Embassy location
Where is the Kosovo Embassy in Canberra?
The Embassy of the Republic of Kosovo is located in O’Malley, Canberra.
The Embassy is located at 13 Culgoa Circuit, O’Malley ACT 2606, Australia.
Its postal address is PO Box 4128, Kingston ACT 2604.
About the mission
About the Kosovo Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of the Republic of Kosovo in Canberra is Kosovo’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia.
Kosovo established its diplomatic mission in Canberra in February 2013. The Embassy represents Kosovo in its official relations with Australia and works to strengthen bilateral cooperation and engagement between the two countries.
The Canberra mission also supports Kosovo’s diplomatic relations with a number of countries in the Pacific and South Asia.
The Embassy is headed by Her Excellency Ms Jetmira Berdynaj Shala, Ambassador of Kosovo to Australia.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Kosovo Embassy provides consular information and services for Kosovo citizens and other eligible applicants.
Kosovo citizens
Kosovo citizens in Australia can contact the Consular Section for information and assistance with eligible identity, civil-status, travel-document and other consular matters.
Visas
Foreign nationals who require a visa for Kosovo can obtain information about short-stay and long-stay visa procedures through Kosovo’s official diplomatic and consular network.
Documents and certificates
The Embassy can provide information about eligible document, certificate and other consular procedures. Requirements depend on the service requested.
Australian travellers: Australian citizens are currently listed among the nationalities that do not require a visa for a short stay in Kosovo. Travellers should still check current entry requirements before departure.
Planning your visit
Visiting the Kosovo Embassy
The Embassy has specific public hours for consular services.
DFAT currently lists consular hours as Tuesday to Thursday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm.
These consular hours are more limited than the Embassy’s general business hours of Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Applicants should contact the Consular Section or review the current official instructions before attending for a particular service.
Before attending: check whether your procedure requires prior arrangements, personal attendance or specific original documents.
Regional representation
Kosovo Embassy Responsibilities
The Canberra Embassy is Kosovo’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia and also has wider regional responsibilities.
Kosovo’s official mission information states that the diplomatic mission in Canberra covers Australia as well as a number of other countries in the Pacific and South Asia.
For individual consular procedures, applicants should contact the Embassy to confirm that the Canberra Consular Section is the appropriate office for their location and service.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check the latest official information before travelling to the Kosovo Embassy in Canberra.
Check consular hours
Consular services are currently available during specified periods from Tuesday to Thursday rather than throughout the Embassy’s full business week.
Prepare your documents
Check the requirements for your particular procedure and prepare all necessary identification, forms, originals and supporting documents.
Contact the Consular Section
Contact the Embassy in advance if you need to confirm whether personal attendance, prior arrangements or additional documents are required.
Emergency assistance: the Embassy publishes a separate emergency telephone number for urgent consular situations. Routine enquiries should be directed to the Embassy or Consular Section during normal working hours.
Frequently asked questions
Kosovo Embassy Canberra FAQ
Does Kosovo have an embassy in Australia?
Yes. The Republic of Kosovo maintains a resident embassy in Canberra.
Where is the Kosovo Embassy in Canberra?
The Embassy is located at 13 Culgoa Circuit, O’Malley ACT 2606, Australia.
What is the telephone number of the Kosovo Embassy?
The Embassy can be contacted on +61 2 6286 1629.
Who is the Kosovo Ambassador to Australia?
The Ambassador of Kosovo to Australia is Her Excellency Ms Jetmira Berdynaj Shala.
What are the Embassy’s business hours?
DFAT lists the Embassy’s general business hours as Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
What are the consular hours?
DFAT currently lists consular hours from Tuesday to Thursday, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm.
Do Australian citizens need a visa for Kosovo?
Australian citizens are currently included on Kosovo’s official list of nationalities that do not require a visa for a short stay. Travellers should check the latest entry requirements before travelling.
When did Kosovo open its diplomatic mission in Canberra?
Kosovo’s official Embassy information states that its diplomatic mission in Canberra opened in February 2013.
Official information
Sources
Official sources used to verify the Embassy, current Ambassador, contact details, opening hours and consular information.