US Embassy in Canberra

Embassy United States Canberra, Australia

Address
Moonah Place 21, Canberra
Fax
+61 2 6214 5930
Today 08:00–17:00
Directions Call

Head of mission: David Brat

Sources: OpenStreetMap · Wikidata · Australian Foreign Affairs (DFAT) protocol list · Record last updated on 4 September 2025

At Moonah Place 21, Canberra, the US embassy in Canberra represents the United States towards Australia. Its opening hours on record: Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00. Within 1 km there are 40 other foreign missions.

Opening hours of the US embassy in Canberra

Monday 08:00–17:00
Tuesday 08:00–17:00
Wednesday 08:00–17:00
Thursday 08:00–17:00
Friday 08:00–17:00
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Upcoming closures

Public holidays in Australia

  • Christmas Day

    Friday

  • St. Stephen's Day

    Monday

Public holidays in the United States

  • Veterans Day

    Wednesday

  • Thanksgiving Day

    Thursday

The US embassy in Canberra is listed as open Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00.

United States visa for Australian citizens

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Before flying to the United States, Australian citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed. The application is made online, not at the US embassy in Canberra.

Other missions nearby

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The United States’ other missions in Australia

All missions of the United States in Australia (4)

Besides the US embassy in Canberra, the United States has 3 other missions in Australia. Consulates: Perth, Sydney and Melbourne. Australia in turn has 8 missions in the United States, its embassy being in Washington D.C.

Good to know

About the US embassy in Canberra

It appears in official lists as Embassy of the United States in Canberra. The head of mission on record is David Brat.

Address and contact

Address: Moonah Place 21, Canberra. The record for the US embassy in Canberra includes a phone number, an e-mail address, a fax number and an official website.

US citizens travelling to Australia

US citizens do not need a visa for Australia, but they need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before departure; it covers stays of up to 90 days.

When the US embassy in Canberra is closed

The US embassy in Canberra closes on Australia’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and St. Stephen's Day (Boxing Day) on Monday 28 December 2026, and usually on holidays of the United States such as Veterans Day on Wednesday 11 November 2026.

Before visiting the US embassy in Canberra

Current procedures for the US embassy in Canberra, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.

Near the US embassy in Canberra

Within 1 km of the US embassy in Canberra there are 40 other foreign missions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the address of the US Embassy in Canberra?

The US embassy in Canberra is at Moonah Place 21, Canberra.

What are the opening hours of the US Embassy in Canberra?

The US embassy in Canberra is listed as open Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00.

Is the US Embassy in Canberra open on Saturday?

No. The hours on record for the US embassy in Canberra do not include Saturday.

When is the US Embassy in Canberra closed?

The US embassy in Canberra closes on Australia’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, and usually on the national day of the United States.

Do Australian citizens need a visa for the United States?

Before flying to the United States, Australian citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed.

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