Mr Campbell assumed his responsibilities as Canadian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland on September 15, 2011.
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Services offered at this office
Consular and Passport services
Full consular and passport services are provided at Canadian High Commission, Consular Services, Macdonald House, 38 Grosvenor Street, London W1K 4AA. Contact us
- Passports and services
- Limited consular and passport services are provided at our Consulates in Cardiff and Edinburgh
- Hours of operation
Immigration and Visa section
Visa and Immigration Sevices are located at Macdonald House, 38 Grosvenor Street, London W1K 4AA
- Please note, visa and immigration enquiries are received only in writing via the Contact the Visa and Immigration Section. NOTE: We do not accept enquiries in person.
- Obtain application forms and instructions for submitting visa applications to go to Canada temporarily or permanently
- Immigration and Visa Section (new hours as of March 18th, 2013)
Monday, Wednesday and Friday (Our office is closed to the public on Tuesdays and Thursdays).
8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. excluding holiday closures (may differ from UK bank holidays). - Regarding Temporary resident applications (visitor, student and temporary worker) at our London office: Visitor, Student and Temporary Worker applications can be submitted online at any time.
International Experience Canada
Through the International Experience Canada initiative, young UK citizens may travel and work in Canada for a period of up to one year. This is made possible as the UK government recognizes Canada as a participation country under its Youth Mobility Scheme in which young Canadians can experience life in the UK.
Email: ldn.iec@international.gc.ca
lease note that due to the volume of inquiries being received regarding the opening of the 2011 IEC initiative, any inquiry pertaining to information that can currently be found on the IEC section of this website will not be answered by the IEC team.
Please note that the current processing time for an application to the IEC is two (2) weeks from the date it is received at the Embassy of Canada in France and eight (8) weeks from the date it is received at the Visa Section of the department of Citizenship and Immigration Canada at the High Commission of Canada to the UK.
Public Enquiries unit
The public enquiries unit provides information for Canadians and non-Canadians to get a taste of home, or learn more about Canada. It handles all general public enquiries except for passports, consular, immigration and media. Contact us
Email: ldn.publicaffairs@international.gc.ca
Fax: 0207 258 6476
Voice Mail: 0207258 6421
The voicemail is strictly for enquiries relating to subjects other than those listed below. We endeavour to respond to messages left on this voicemail by the next working day.
Media Enquiries
We respond to media enquiries. Visit the Media Room for latest news from the Government of Canada, together with statements and speeches from the High Commission, as well as our contact information.
Cultural Relations unit
The Cultural Relations Unit projects a coherent, distinctive and influential Canadian voice to UK decision-makers and opinion-leaders, through strategic advocacy, profile-raising and network-building efforts. Contact us
Commercial and Economic division
We provide assistance to Canadian companies exporting to the UK or establishing a business presence in the market. Our services range from assessing the market and providing qualified contacts to helping resolve problems.
Email: ldn-td@international.gc.ca
- Our Investment Team can assist UK-based investors in establishing or expanding their investments in Canada, exploring joint ventures and strategic alliances with Canadian companies, and by introducing them to Canadian government officials.
- Our Science & Technology Team supports Canadian researchers looking to collaborate with their British colleagues by providing intelligence and helping to arrange visits, fact finding, and promotional seminars.
Emergency contact information
After hours emergency contact information (for Canadian citizens only)
Office closures during 2013
| Date | Closed for: |
|---|---|
| January 1 | New Year's Day |
| March 29 | Good Friday |
| April 1 | Easter Monday |
| May 6 | Early May Bank Holiday |
| May 27 | Spring Bank Holiday |
| July 1 | Canada Day |
| August 26 | Summer Bank Holiday |
| September 2 | Labour Day |
| October 14 | Thanksgiving |
| December 25 | Christmas Day |
| December 26 | Boxing Day |
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