Strong relationships exist between Canada and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), as many citizens of the UAE want to go to or settle in Canada for a variety of reasons, such as employment, education, and tourism. Canadian diplomatic posts in Dubai and Abu Dhabi provide a variety of services, including visa applications and passport renewals, for residents of the United Arab Emirates.

This Article provides information on the locations, phone numbers, and services offered by the Canadian embassy and visa offices in the United Arab Emirates.

Canadian Embassy Dubai Location 

The primary diplomatic representation of Canada in the United Arab Emirates is the Canadian Embassy in Abu Dhabi. It manages a broad range of services for Canadian nationals residing in the United Arab Emirates, in addition to immigration and visa services for individuals hoping to go to or settle in Canada.

• Location: Address: Al Markaziyah West, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; Embassy of Canada, Abu Dhabi Trade Towers (Level 9).
• Contact Details:
•  Email: abdbi-cs@international.gc.ca Phone: +971 2 694 0300 Fax: +971 2 694 0399

• Office hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Sunday through Thursday.

• Services Provided: Visa and Immigration Services, Emergency assistance for matters including lost passports or medical emergency.

Canada Visa Office Abu Dhabi 

The majority of visa and immigration application processing is handled by Canada’s visa application centers (VACs), which are located in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

• Application Center for Abu Dhabi Visas: Address: Shining Tower, Level 25, Khalidiya Area, Abu Dhabi

Phone (for general inquiries): +971 4 205 5880.

URL: VFS Global Canada

• Dubai Visa Application Center: (971) 4 205 5880 (general inquiries only); WAFI Mall, Level 2, Falcon Phase 2, Umm Hurair 2, Dubai

URL: VFS Global Canada

Canadian Consulate Abu Dhabi 

By offering a variety of consular and immigration-related services, the Canadian Consulate General in Dubai primarily supports the expatriate community in Dubai and the surrounding areas.

• Address: Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates; Consulate General of Canada, Dubai World Trade Center
• Contact Details: Email: dxb@international.gc.ca Phone: +971 4 404 8444 Fax: +971 4 332 7976
• Office hours are 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Sunday through Thursday.
• Services Provided:

Like the embassy in Abu Dhabi, the consulate offers emergency services, document authentication, and assistance with passport renewals. The visa application centers oversee the visa services provided to citizens of Dubai.

Conclusion 

For Canadians living in the UAE, the Canadian Embassy in Abu Dhabi, the Consulate General in Dubai, and the Visa Application Centers provide essential services. These offices offer extensive support, whether you need help with consular services, visa applications, or passport renewals. While Canadian nationals can rely on both the embassy and consulate for a range of services, VFS Global is the main point of contact for processing applications relating to visas.

Make sure you have scheduled an appointment before you go, as obtaining a visa and obtaining consular services frequently call for advance planning.