Israel Embassy in Canberra

The Israel Embassy in Canberra is one of the most important and significant diplomatic missions of this country. It deals with issues related to visa and migration processes, as well as provides services for registration and legalization of documents.

Map and Directions

Country	Australia
City	Canberra
Address	6 Turrana Street Yarralumla Act 2600
Working days	Monday – Friday
Hours	9:00am – 5:00pm Mo-Thu, 9:00am – 2:00pm Friday
Phone	+61 2 6215 4500
Fax	+61 2 6215 4555
Email	info@canberra.mfa.gov.il
Website	https://embassies.gov.il/canberra/Pages/default.aspx
Time difference between Jerusalem and Canberra	+ 7 Hours

 

Where is the Israeli Embassy in Canberra located? It is at 6 Turrana Street Yarralumla Act 2600. Here are some options to get to the embassy: 

1. By Light Rail: the nearest station is Alinga Street. From there, you can walk or take a taxi. 
2. By bus: Several public transport vehicles with numbers 59, 842 stop near the embassy. You need the “State Cir after Melbourne Av” stop. 
3. By taxi: You can call a taxi from any area of Canberra.
4. By car: If you choose this option, please note that parking in the embassy area may be limited or expensive. It is better to leave your car in a paid parking lot and get to the embassy on foot. 
5. By bike: This option is possible, but not recommended. Traffic outside the embassy is heavy and there are no cycle paths in Yarralumla. 

Мake sure to check the opening hours of Canberra Israeli Embassy before your visit.

Working Days and Office Hours

The diplomatic office is open to visitors from 9:00am to 5:00pm from Monday to Thursday, from 9:00am to 2:00pm on Friday. On Fridays and the days leading up to national Jewish holidays, working hours are reduced. The Consular Services receives visitors from 9:00am to 1:00pm from Monday to Friday.

In addition to Saturdays and Sundays, employees of the Israeli Embassy rest on national and religious Jewish holidays. It also does not operate on important holidays in the Australia, which are non-working. If the holiday date falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the day off is postponed to the nearest date.

To be sure, it is better to contact the embassy in advance to make an appointment by phone +61 2 6215 4500 or by Israeli Embassy Canberra e-mail address: info@canberra.mfa.gov.il.

Services Offered

The Israeli Embassy in the Australia offers a variety of services to Israeli citizens and anyone interested in Israel. Here are the main ones: 

1. Processing and issuing various types of visas to visit Israel, including tourist, student, work, and visitor visas. 
2. Registration of marriages between Israeli citizens and foreigners, as long as both partners agree and have prepared all the necessary documents.
3. Provision of civil and consular services for legalization of documents, certification of copies, execution of birth, marriage, divorce and death certificates, request and translation of documents. 
4. Assisting Israeli citizens with a variety of issues related to passport renewal, civil registration, proof of Israeli citizenship, and support in emergency situations. 
5. Advising tourists on entry into Israel, accommodation, transportation, health insurance, and other aspects of travel.  

The mission organizes cultural and educational events: exhibitions, lectures, seminars and conferences.

How to behave at the embassy

It is necessary to seriously prepare for a visit to an important diplomatic mission of the country. In your mind’s eye, imagine what questions you might be asked. Find out from people who have already visited the Israeli embassy in Canberra. 

Be calm, don’t be nervous. If you’re doing well, you don’t have to worry. 

Here are some more tips to help you solve problems during one visit. 

1. Prepare for your visit to the embassy in advance: gather all the necessary documents, make a list of questions and prepare all the necessary visa applications and questionnaires. 
2. Find the Israeli Embassy in Canberra address and contact information. This can usually be done through search engines or on the official website of the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
3. Write down the opening hours of the embassy and specify what documents you need to have with you. 
4. Arrive at the embassy in advance. You may have to wait your turn, especially if you are applying for a visa. 
5. Be polite and patient with the embassy staff. They can be busy, so don’t rush or annoy them. 
6. If possible, find out in advance what language the embassy staff speaks so that you can communicate with them without any problems. 
7. Feel free to ask questions and clarify details if something is not clear to you. 

After submitting the documents, you may be asked to come back for the result later. In this case, comply with all the deadlines provided and be sure to bring all the documents you may need. 

Historical Insights

The Embassy of Israel in Canberra was established after the formation of diplomatic ties between Israel and Australia in 1949. This followed Australia’s early recognition of Israel in 1948, shortly after Israel declared its independence.

The embassy has facilitated numerous high-level visits and meetings between Israeli and Australian leaders, which have helped to strengthen bilateral ties.

The Israeli embassy in Canberra continues to be a key player in the ongoing relationship between Israel and Australia, adapting to global changes and fostering cooperation across multiple domains.

The current Israeli Ambassador to Australia is His Excellency Mr. Amir Maimon. He has a background in the Israel Defense Forces and the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs, having served in various diplomatic roles in countries such as the UK, Canada, Turkey, Ethiopia, and the United States before his appointment in Australia .