Libya - Consulate of Canada in Benghazi

You are a Libyan citizen or you are from Canada and are looking for information on the consulate of Canada in Benghazi situated in Libya. A consulate in Benghazi could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of Canada. It all depends on the importance of Benghazi and Libya in the relationships with the government of Canada.

The difference between consulates found in Benghazi are the level of powers and size of these consulates. Some consulates are the bigger consulate-general and usually can assist in a wide scope of consular matters. Other smaller consulates are often manned by private citizens and are called honorary consulates. These honorary consulates often have limited powers and do not issue visas or passports.

All consulates of Canada in Libya besides Benghazi

Or the embassy of Canada in Libya

Canadian Embassy in Tripoli, Libya Great Al Fateh Tower 1, 7th Floor P.O.Box 93392 Al-Fateh Tower Post Office Tripoli Libya
Email: trpli@dfait-maeci.gc.ca - Tel: (+218) (21) 335 1633 - Website:

Consulate Appointment in Benghazi

Most consulates in Benghazi need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of Canada in Benghazi first for information on opening hours and appointments. Please be aware that most smaller consulates and honorary consulates often do not issue visas or passports or offer any consular assistance at all.

Travel Insurance

When you travel to Benghazi do not forget to buy a comprehensive travel insurance. You can get sick, miss your flight, personal belongings can be stolen or you can have an accident and need a doctor or hospital in Libya or Canada.

Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate in Benghazi please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.