High Commission of Canada in Canberra
Today 08:30–12:30, 13:00–16:30- Address
- Commonwealth Avenue, Canberra ACT, Australia 2600
- Phone
- +61 2 6270 4000
- Website
- international.gc.ca
Canada
Australia
Canadian Embassy & Consulates in Australia
- 1 embassy
- 1 consulate general
Canada is represented in Australia by 2 missions: an embassy in Canberra and a consulate general in Sydney. Australian citizens do not need a visa for Canada, but they need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before departure; it covers stays of up to 180 days.
Map: Canada’s 2 missions in Australia
Map: Canada’s 2 missions in Australia
Canadian Embassy in Canberra
At Commonwealth Avenue, Canberra ACT, Australia 2600, the Canadian embassy represents Canada towards Australia. Its phone number and website are on its page.
Canadian consulates in Australia
Canada also has a consulate general in Sydney; career consulates of this kind usually renew passports and take visa applications for their region.
Canada visa for Australian citizens
AustraliaCanada Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) Canada visa for citizens of Australia
CanadaAustralia Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) Australia visa for citizens of Canada
Canada visa requirements for citizens of Australia
- Electronic travel authorization (eTA)
- Fee: CA$7
- 1 required document
checked 22 October 2026
Before flying to Canada, Australian citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 180 days are allowed. The application is made online on the official portal of Canada, not at the Canadian embassy.
Australia’s missions in Canada
Missions of Australia in Canada (3)
In return, Australia has 3 missions in Canada, including its embassy in Ottawa.
Good to know
Canada in Australia
Worldwide, Canada has 263 missions in 155 countries; 2 of them are in Australia.
Travel to Australia for Canadian citizens
Before flying to Australia, Canadian citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed. In Australia, Canadian citizens can turn to the Canadian embassy for passports and emergency help.
When Canadian missions in Australia are closed
Canadian missions in Australia close on Australia’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, St. Stephen's Day (Boxing Day) on Monday 28 December 2026 and New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027, and usually on some holidays of Canada, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Canadian embassy in Australia?
The Canadian embassy is in Canberra, at Commonwealth Avenue, Canberra ACT, Australia 2600.
Does Canada have consulates in Australia?
Yes, Canada has a consulate general in Sydney.
Do Australian citizens need a visa for Canada?
Australian citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for Canada, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 180 days.
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Australia?
Before flying to Australia, Canadian citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed.
Does Australia have an embassy in Canada?
Yes, Australia has its embassy in Ottawa, along with 2 other missions in Canada.