Welcome to the
Canadian Embassy in Dublin

Whether you are a Canadian citizen planning to visit Ireland, an Irish citizen looking for information on Canada, or a visitor just surfing the web, we hope that you find the answers to your questions through the pages of this site!

New:

The Canadian Embassy has moved to new premises

The Canadian Embassy has left its offices on St. Stephen's Green after more than 30 years.

Our new address is:
7-8 Wilton Terrace
Dublin 2

This is a new office building located beside the Grand Canal, 100 metres west of the Baggot Street Bridge.

visit the Ambassador's page

Our services

Canada's embassy in Ireland offers a number of services to both Canadian and Irish citizens.

visit us... contact us...
hours of service
advice about visas & immigration...
assistance to Canadians (including passports, citizenship, pensions)...
tenders from Ireland...
useful links...
Canadian telephone directories...

In the Spotlight

Speech from the Throne outlines government’s agenda for better, stronger, safer Canada based on five core priorities (October 2007)

Canadian literature shines in the “Emerald Isle” (October 2007)
Booker Prize winning authors Yann Martel and Michael Ondaatje visit Dublin

Canadian Studies in Ireland
The Canadian Embassy is pleased to announce the 2008 Canadian Studies Faculty Enrichment Award and Faculty Research Award.

Working in Canada: learn about working in your occupation once you arrive

SWAP
You could spend one year travelling and working in beautiful Ireland. The Student Work Abroad Program (SWAP) allows you to obtain a one-year Irish visa that enables you to work on an occasional basis while taking in the magnificent sights and experiencing the Celtic culture of Ireland. The wages you earn during your casual employment in Ireland will help you fund your extended stay, making this a efficient and economical way to see the world!

Working Holiday
Ever wished you could travel to Ireland and explore its beautiful countryside? By living and working in Ireland you get a chance to expand your travel experience and knowledge about this beautiful country. There are a wide range of jobs available and employment is not limited to any one employer, place or particular field.

General Working Holiday Program (Canada - Ireland)
With this unique program brought to you by USIT, you can travel and work for a full year around Canada. You will have an open employment permit, that will allow you to work occasionally during your stay in Canada to support yourself financially! You get the luxury of exploring the country at your own pace for an entire year.

Non Student Work Canada Program (Canada - Ireland)
Go for a short break and take a breather from the real world for a year. With your open employment permit, working anywhere you want in Canada is not only a possibility, it can become your reality. This program, jointly sponsored by USIT and the Canadian Federation of Students, gives you independence and adventure, while providing you with help and support before you go and during your stay. This is your chance to see and explore Canada.

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