Israel Embassy in Ottawa

The Israel Embassy in Ottawa 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

Where is the Israeli Embassy in Ottawa located? It is at 50 O’Connor Street. Here are some options to get to the embassy: 

1. By O-Train: the nearest station is Parliament / Parlement West / Ouest. From there, you can walk.. 
2. By bus: Several public transport vehicles with numbers 31-38, 55, 59, 67, 85, 87, 371, 400, E1 stop near the embassy. You need the “Albert / Bank” stop. 
3. By taxi: You can call a taxi from any area of Ottawa.
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 Somerset Ward. 

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

Working Days and Office Hours

The diplomatic office is open to visitors from 10:00 to 13:00 from Monday to Friday. The diplomatic mission receives visitors from 10:00 – 13:00.

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 Canada, 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 (+1) 613 750 7500 or by Israeli Embassy Ottawa e-mail address: info@ottawa.mfa.gov.il.

Services Offered

The Israeli Embassy in the Canada 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 Ottawa. 

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 Ottawa 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 diplomatic relationship between Israel and Canada officially began when Israel was founded in 1948, and Canada was among the first countries to recognize the new state. The establishment of the Israeli Embassy in Ottawa was a crucial step in formalizing these relations. Canada and Israel shared similar democratic values, which helped to quickly establish a solid partnership.

The first Israeli Ambassador to Canada was Michael S. Comay, who served from 1953 to 1957. Comay played a pivotal role in establishing and nurturing the early diplomatic relationships between Israel and Canada. His efforts were instrumental in setting the foundation for the strong bilateral ties that developed over the following decades.