Permanent Mission of Canada in Geneva, Switzerland
We provide services to Canadians visiting, living or working in the Canton of Geneva.
The Permanent Mission of Canada in Geneva is the primary channel for diplomatic representation and the promotion of Canadian interests at the United Nations, the World Trade Organization (WTO) and other related entities based in Geneva.
Services and information
Adoption and surrogacy
Process to adopt a child internationally and bring them back to Canada.
Birth abroad
Register a child's birth abroad.
Citizenship services
Steps to become a Canadian citizen. Get proof of citizenship.
Marriage abroad
Requirements, documents and processes for getting married abroad.
Notarial services
Have your documents certified and authenticated.
Passport services
Apply for a passport and what to do if your passport is lost, stolen or damaged.
Pensions and retirement
Information on pensions and retiring outside of Canada.
Studying abroad
Information on education or research opportunities in foreign countries.
Visa and immigration services
Apply to immigrate. Get a visa to study, work or visit Canada.
Voting abroad
Voting process for Canadians who live abroad.
Office information
Address
5, de l'Ariana Avenue, CH-1202 Geneva, Switzerland
This office also serves as the Permanent Mission to the:
Office closures
These closures are subject to change in the event of a large-scale emergency. Emergency consular assistance for Canadians is always available 24/7.
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 2024-01-01 | New Year |
| 2024-03-29 | Good Friday |
| 2024-04-01 | Easter Monday |
| 2024-05-09 | Ascension |
| 2024-05-20 | Pentecost |
| 2024-08-01 | Swiss National Day |
| 2024-09-05 | Geneva Fast |
| 2024-09-06 | Geneva Fast (day after) |
| 2024-09-30 | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation |
| 2024-10-14 | Thanksgiving Day |
| 2024-12-25 | Christmas Reported to |
| 2024-12-26 | Boxing Day / St. Stephens Day Reported to |
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