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Where United Kingdom citizens in Canada get consular help.
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British High Commission Ottawa · Ottawa, Canada
All emergencies 911: The US FCC states that 911 is the official emergency number in the United States and Canada and that it routes to emergency medical, fire and law enforcement. UK FCDO likewise lists 911 for ambulance, fire and police in Canada. Sources: https://www.fcc.gov/general/9-1-1-and-e9-1-1-services and https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/canada/getting-help. Verified 2026-09-29.
Consulates, honorary consuls and backup missions that also serve United Kingdom citizens
Local UK consular office listed by GOV.UK for Canada.
To call us in an emergency or send us an online enquiry use our contact form: https://www.contact.service.csd.fcdo.gov.uk/posts/canada/british-high-commission-ottawa When calling one of our offices in Canada you may hear a message stating that our offices are closed. However, we remain available 24/7. If you are in need of urgent assistance, please contact us. About us Visit our profile page for more about the work we do. Opening hours Due to security considerations, public access is by appointment only. Telephone: 9am to 4pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays) Emergency consular assistance following the death, hospitalisation, arrest, or other serious incident involving a British national is available 24 hours by using our contact form. Visa enquiries Service not offered at this location Check if you need a visa or send an enquiry to UK Visas and Immigration. Passports Service not offered at this location Find out how to apply for a British passport or send an enquiry to His Majesty’s Passport Office. Services available by appointment i
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