TECO in Canada (Ottawa) Office Hours:9:00AM - 12:00PM, 1:30PM - 4:00PM, from Monday to Friday. The office is closed on statutory holidays.
TECO in Canada (Ottawa) Address and contact information: Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Canada, Consular Division
45 O’Connor Street, Suite 1960
Ottawa, Ontario K1P 1A4
Payment: Payment is only accepted by Cash(Please prepare the full amount of fees, no change will be given for mailing and in person application.), Money Order, Bank Draft or Certified cheque (payable to “Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Canada” or " Taipei Eco. & Cul. Office in Canada"). Personal cheque is not accepted.
NOTE:
When you purchase a Bank draft or Bank Cheque, please make sure the cheque contains the Magnetic Ink Character Recognition (MICR) code.
The instructions are only for reference. Please refer to pertinent units for the latest information.
The completed application form for document authentication filled and sign by the applicant.
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The valid original Canadian or Taiwan (R.O.C.) passport of the applicant with a photocopy
The original passport will be returned to the applicant after the process.
A verified true copy of the passport must be obtained from a passport office or Service Canada (for Canadian passports)
For Canadian passport holders in Taiwan, the true copy of the passport must be issued by CTOT AND subsequently authenticated by the BOCA.
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An original driver's license with a photocopy
According to the regulations of the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, a Taiwan (R.O.C.) driver's license must be held for a minimum of 24 months prior to applying for an Ontario driver's license. Therefore, we exclusively accept Taiwan (R.O.C.) driver's licenses that have been in possession for at least 24 months.
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Verification Certificate of Driver's License (VCDL)
For more information about VCDL application, please refer to www.gov.tw
According to the regulations of the driver's license exchange agreement between Ontario and Taiwan, presenting valid Canadian legal residency documents (e.g., Study Permit, Work Permit, PR card, Canadian passport, etc.) is mandatory.
The Proof of residency document must include the applicant’s legal name and current address in Ontario (e.g., utility bill, most recent income tax notice of assessment, Ontario motor vehicle permit, property tax bill or rental agreement).
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Return Envelope
An Xpresspost pre-paid return envelope from Canada Post.
We are not responsible for delayed, lost, or stolen mails. If you would like to apply by mail, a pre-paid self-addressed return Xpresspost/Courier envelope is required.
Legalization/visa application fees are non-refundable once accepted, regardless of approval, rejection, or withdrawal of the application.
Important Notes:
The driver's license exchange agreement is exclusively between Ontario and Taiwan, permitting only Canadian and Taiwanese citizens to apply for the exchange. As a result, we exclusively accept applications from individuals holding Canadian and/or Taiwanese citizenship.
The applicant must fill out all the necessary paperwork.
Depending on the variety of instances, more documents may be requested to be presented.
The application fees paid for document verification/visa application are non-refundable, regardless of approval or withdrawal of the application after acceptance.
