Deputy High Commission of Canada in Nigeria, in Lagos
We provide services to Canadians visiting and living in Nigeria.
Closure of the High Commission of Canada
The High Commission of Canada to Nigeria, in Abuja, is closed until further notice. Canadians in need of emergency consular assistance, please contact the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa.
Statement by High Commission of Canada on investigation into cause of explosion on November 6, 2023
Services and information
Adoption and surrogacy
Process to adopt a child internationally and bring them back to Canada.
Birth abroad
Register a child's birth abroad.
Citizenship services
Steps to become a Canadian citizen. Get proof of citizenship.
Marriage abroad
Requirements, documents and processes for getting married abroad.
Notarial services
Have your documents certified and authenticated.
Passport services
Apply for a passport and what to do if your passport is lost, stolen or damaged.
Pensions and retirement
Information on pensions and retiring outside of Canada.
Studying abroad
Information on education or research opportunities in foreign countries.
Visa and immigration services
Apply to immigrate. Get a visa to study, work or visit Canada.
Voting abroad
Voting process for Canadians who live abroad.
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| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 2023-01-03 | New Year's Day |
| 2023-02-20 | Family Day |
| 2023-04-07 | Good Friday |
| 2023-04-10 | Easter Monday |
| 2023-04-21 | Eid al-Fitr |
| 2023-05-01 | Labour Day (Nigeria) |
| 2023-06-28 | Eid al-Kabir |
| 2023-07-03 | Canada Day |
| 2023-09-04 | Labour Day (Canada) |
| 2023-10-02 | Nigeria National Day & National Day of Truth and Reconciliation |
| 2023-12-25 | Christmas Day |
| 2023-12-26 | Boxing Day |
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