06 July 2008   English | На русском языке

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Canadian Embassy in Russia

The Canadian Embassy in Russia can be located in the city of Moscow. They are responsible for maintaining good relations with Russia, Georgia, Kyrgystan, Armenia, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Belarus as well as assisting Canadian citizens traveling in these regions. Canadian citizens traveling abroad or who are residents of Russia can find assistance on various issues at the Canadian Embassy.

To register your arrival and travel itinerary with the Canadian Embassy in Russia, is a good idea as it can prove invaluable in emergency situations, such as death or injury or if there has been an accident or problem at home. By registering, the Canadian Embassy will be able to contact you with needed information.

Canadian and other related citizens will be able to seek the assistance of the Canadian Embassy in Russia in regard to detention or arrest, abductions of adults or children, evacuations due to civil unrest or natural disasters, financial assistance in certain cases and if they have been victims of a crime. Medical assistance, missing persons, passport services, accidents and various other incidents can be dealt with through the Canadian Embassy. If detained or arrested, it is important to remember that the police or prison institutions are not required to notify the embassy of your arrest. Russian authorities will advise you of your rights under their laws, and your right to assistance from the consulate, but you will have to verbally request that the embassy be notified.

There are many other services that are handled by the Canadian Embassy, such as deaths, birth registrations, adoptions, marriages, passport renewals, pensions, visas and voting while you are abroad. They are vital in the protection of Canadian Citizens and can be extremely resourceful for information.

Visitors and residents are encouraged to contact the embassy for information in regard to travel, visas, money and other related issues. They can inform you of laws in regard to crime, marriage and most legal matters. Listings of medical establishments, lawyers, doctors and emergency services can be obtained through them. It is recommended to make an appointment with their offices via telephone or email to consult with embassy. The Canadian Embassy in Russia can be visited at 23 Starokonyushennv Pereulok, 119002, Moscow or contacted at the following numbers: Telephone - (+7495) 105 6000; and Fax - (+7495) 105 6025. (Contact details may change)