Registration of Canadians Abroad (fact sheet)

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Who should register?

All Canadians travelling or living abroad.

Why register?

So that we can contact and assist you in an emergency abroad, such as a natural disaster or civil unrest, or to inform you about a family emergency at home.

How do I register?

You can register on-line. You can also register by contacting a Canadian government office abroad.
                                                                       
Will my information be shared with other parties?

Personal information obtained through registration is confidential and is used in accordance with the provisions of the Privacy Act.

Where can I find out more?

Call 1-800-267-6788 or 613-944-6788 (in Canada), or contact the nearest Canadian government office abroad.

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Consular Services

Consular Affairs Bureau
www.voyage.gc.ca

General
Tel.: 1-800-267-6788 (in Canada and the U.S.) or 613-944-6788
TTY: 1-800-394-3472 (in Canada and the U.S.) or 613-944-1310
E-mail: voyage@international.gc.ca

Emergencies
Tel.: 613-996-8885
(call collect from abroad where available)
E-mail: sos@international.gc.ca

The Consular Affairs Bureau publishes, in both official languages, a series of safe travel brochures.

Country Travel Reports provide information on safety and security conditions, health issues and entry requirements for approximately 200 travel destinations. This information is also available by telephone: 1-800-267-6788 (in Canada and the U.S.) or 613-944-6788.

Canadian government offices abroad
www.voyage.gc.ca/alt/canoffices.asp

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