{"id":1668,"date":"2026-08-15T13:05:34","date_gmt":"2026-08-15T17:05:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/?page_id=1668"},"modified":"2026-08-15T13:06:33","modified_gmt":"2026-08-15T17:06:33","slug":"canadian-passport-application","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/permanent-residence-citizenship\/prtd-canada\/canadian-passport-application\/","title":{"rendered":"Canadian Passport Application"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p><style>\r\n\/* \u0645\u062d\u062a\u0648\u0627\u06cc \u0627\u0635\u0644\u06cc \u0646\u0648\u0634\u062a\u0647 \u0648 \u0628\u0631\u06af\u0647 *\/\r\nbody.single-post .entry-content,\r\nbody.page .entry-content,\r\nbody.single-post .wp-block-post-content,\r\nbody.page .wp-block-post-content {\r\n    width: 100% !important;\r\n    max-width: 900px !important;\r\n    margin-left: auto !important;\r\n    margin-right: auto !important;\r\n    padding-left: 24px !important;\r\n    padding-right: 24px !important;\r\n    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the citizenship ceremony and assume that a passport is issued automatically. It is not. <strong>A Canadian passport is a separate application available to Canadian citizens, and a first-time adult application generally requires proof of citizenship, supporting identification, passport photos, a qualifying guarantor and two references.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">For Visaline, \u201cWith you on your immigration journey, from dream to reality\u201d includes helping new citizens understand the practical step that follows citizenship: proving identity correctly and applying for the travel document they will use as Canadians abroad.<\/p>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Table of contents<\/h2>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li><a href=\"#who-can-apply-for-a-canadian-passport\">Who can apply for a Canadian passport?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#new-passport-or-passport-renewal\">New passport or passport renewal?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#documents-for-a-new-adult-passport\">Documents for a new adult passport<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#guarantor-requirements\">Guarantor requirements<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#reference-requirements\">Reference requirements<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-apply-for-a-canadian-passport\">How to apply for a Canadian passport<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#canadian-passport-fees-in-2026\">Canadian passport fees in 2026<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#processing-and-urgent-service\">Processing and urgent service<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Who can apply for a Canadian passport?<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">A regular Canadian passport is issued to <strong>Canadian citizens<\/strong>. A permanent resident who has not yet become a citizen cannot apply for a Canadian passport simply because they hold PR status.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">For passport purposes, an adult application generally applies to a person age <strong>16 or older<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">A newly naturalized citizen must have acceptable proof of Canadian citizenship before applying. A citizenship certificate\u2014paper or electronic in an accepted format\u2014is commonly used as proof of citizenship.<\/p>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">New passport or passport renewal?<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">The correct process depends on whether the applicant qualifies for the simplified adult renewal procedure.<\/p>\r\n<table class=\" alignleft\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"width: 99.56%; height: 153px;\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>Situation<\/th>\r\n<th>Typical process<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>First Canadian adult passport<\/td>\r\n<td>New adult passport application<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Not eligible for simplified renewal<\/td>\r\n<td>New adult passport application<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Eligible holder of a previous adult passport<\/td>\r\n<td>Adult passport renewal<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Child under 16<\/td>\r\n<td>New child passport application<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Renewal is simpler. Government guidance states that eligible adult renewals do <strong>not<\/strong> require a guarantor, proof of Canadian citizenship or supporting identification.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">This page focuses on the <strong>new adult Canadian passport application<\/strong>, including first-time applications after citizenship.<\/p>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Documents for a new adult passport<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Government instructions for a new adult passport identify core requirements that generally include:<\/p>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>proof of Canadian citizenship;<\/li>\r\n<li>supporting identification;<\/li>\r\n<li>passport photos meeting current specifications;<\/li>\r\n<li>a completed application form;<\/li>\r\n<li>a qualifying guarantor;<\/li>\r\n<li>two references; and<\/li>\r\n<li>the applicable government fee.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Supporting identity documents must meet the Passport Program\u2019s current requirements. Where photocopies require guarantor certification, follow the current instructions precisely.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Names, dates, citizenship evidence and identity documents should also be consistent. If there has been a legal name change or the citizenship record does not match current identity documents, determine what supporting evidence is required before submitting the application.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_1741\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1741\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1741 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2026-08_17_46-PM-5.jpg\" alt=\"Canadian passport document checklist image with proof of citizenship, supporting ID, guarantor, references and passport photos\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2026-08_17_46-PM-5.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2026-08_17_46-PM-5-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2026-08_17_46-PM-5-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1741\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A branded article image showing the main documents needed for a new adult Canadian passport application, including proof of citizenship, identification, passport photos, guarantor and reference requirements.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Guarantor requirements<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">A guarantor is generally required for a first-time adult passport application or when the applicant is not eligible for simplified renewal.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">For a regular passport application submitted in Canada, a guarantor must generally:<\/p>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>have known the applicant personally for at least <strong>two years<\/strong>;<\/li>\r\n<li>be available if the Passport Program contacts them;<\/li>\r\n<li>be a Canadian citizen aged <strong>18 or older<\/strong>;<\/li>\r\n<li>provide information from their Canadian passport; and<\/li>\r\n<li>hold a qualifying 5-year or 10-year Canadian passport that is valid or has been expired for no more than one year, subject to the other Passport Program requirements.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">The guarantor also performs certification duties required by the application, such as signing the appropriate section, certifying one passport photo and certifying supporting identification copies where instructed.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">A family member can potentially act as guarantor if all guarantor requirements are met. That does not mean the same person can be used as a reference.<\/p>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Reference requirements<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">A passport application generally requires <strong>two references<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Each reference must generally:<\/p>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>be at least 18 years old;<\/li>\r\n<li>have known the applicant for at least two years;<\/li>\r\n<li>agree to the use of their contact information; and<\/li>\r\n<li>be available if contacted by the Passport Program.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">References cannot be the applicant\u2019s guarantor or a person excluded by the Passport Program\u2019s family-member rules.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Practical example<\/h3>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">A newly naturalized Canadian asks a Canadian sibling to act as guarantor and two unrelated long-time coworkers to act as references. The sibling may qualify as guarantor if every guarantor requirement is met. The coworkers may qualify as references if each has known the applicant for at least two years and meets the other reference rules.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_1742\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1742\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1742 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2026-08_17_46-PM-6.jpg\" alt=\"Image showing reference requirements for a Canadian passport application with two reference cards and passport\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2026-08_17_46-PM-6.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2026-08_17_46-PM-6-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2026-08_17_46-PM-6-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1742\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A branded visual illustrating the reference requirements for a Canadian passport application, showing that applicants generally need two eligible references who have known them for at least two years.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">How to apply for a Canadian passport<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">For a new adult passport application in Canada, the practical process is generally:<\/p>\r\n<ol dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" start=\"1\" data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>Confirm that you need a new adult application rather than the simplified renewal process.<\/li>\r\n<li>Obtain and complete the current adult passport application form.<\/li>\r\n<li>Gather acceptable proof of Canadian citizenship.<\/li>\r\n<li>Gather supporting identity documents.<\/li>\r\n<li>Obtain passport photos that meet current specifications.<\/li>\r\n<li>Choose an eligible guarantor and complete the required certifications.<\/li>\r\n<li>Provide two eligible references.<\/li>\r\n<li>Select the appropriate submission method based on how soon you need the passport.<\/li>\r\n<li>Pay the correct government fee.<\/li>\r\n<li>Keep proof of submission and monitor the application.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Government guidance provides in-person and mail options depending on service needs and location.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_1743\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1743\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1743 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2026-08_17_44-PM-2.jpg\" alt=\"Step-by-step Canadian passport application process illustration with application form, citizenship proof, identification and passport photos\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2026-08_17_44-PM-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2026-08_17_44-PM-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2026-08_17_44-PM-2-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1743\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A horizontal infographic-style image presenting the Canadian passport application process step by step, from obtaining the form and gathering documents to paying the fee and submitting the application.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Canadian passport fees in 2026<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Passport and travel-document fees changed on <strong>March 31, 2026<\/strong>. For Canadians applying in Canada, the current regular adult passport fees are:<\/p>\r\n<table class=\" alignleft\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"width: 98.4627%; height: 99px;\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Passport<\/td>\r\n<td>Government fee<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>5-year adult passport<\/td>\r\n<td><strong>CAN$122.50<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>10-year adult passport<\/td>\r\n<td><strong>CAN$163.50<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Additional charges can apply for certain services, including urgent pickup, some after-hours services or replacement of certain lost or stolen valid passports.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Passport fees can change. Check the current Government of Canada fee immediately before submission rather than relying on an older application package or saved article.<\/p>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Processing and urgent service<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Passport service standards depend on the submission method and service location. Government information identifies standard service options generally within a <strong>10- to 20-business-day range<\/strong>, plus mailing time where applicable. Faster express and urgent services are available in qualifying circumstances and locations and may require proof of travel and additional fees.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Since April 2026, the Government of Canada has also implemented a <strong>30-business-day service guarantee<\/strong> for qualifying complete passport applications, subject to the program\u2019s terms and exclusions. This does not mean a standard application should always take 30 business days; the ordinary service standard can be shorter depending on the submission method.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Do not finalize non-refundable travel solely on an assumption about when a passport will arrive. Choose the service that matches your travel date and verify current requirements before applying.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_1744\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1744\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1744 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2026-08_17_45-PM-3.jpg\" alt=\"Canadian passport processing and urgent service image with passport, calendar and express service symbols\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2026-08_17_45-PM-3.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2026-08_17_45-PM-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2026-08_17_45-PM-3-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1744\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A branded horizontal image showing standard passport processing times and urgent service options, with a passport, calendar, clock and express-service symbols in Visaline\u2019s brand style.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\r\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">How soon after becoming a citizen can I apply for a Canadian passport?<\/h3>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>You can apply once you are a Canadian citizen and have acceptable proof of citizenship for the passport application.<\/strong> Citizenship is generally completed when the oath is taken, but the practical timing depends on receiving or accessing the citizenship certificate and meeting the passport application requirements.<\/p>\r\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Do I need a guarantor for my first Canadian passport?<\/h3>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Usually, yes.<\/strong> A guarantor is generally required for a first-time adult passport application or when you do not qualify for simplified renewal. The guarantor must meet the Passport Program\u2019s current eligibility and certification rules.<\/p>\r\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">How many references do I need?<\/h3>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>You normally need two references.<\/strong> They must generally be at least 18 years old, have known you for at least two years and not be your guarantor or an excluded family member. They should also be available if the Passport Program contacts them.<\/p>\r\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Can a permanent resident apply for a Canadian passport?<\/h3>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>No.<\/strong> Canadian passports are issued to Canadian citizens. A permanent resident generally travels using their national passport or other appropriate travel document together with the Canadian permanent resident documentation required for return travel.<\/p>\r\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Is a new passport application the same as passport renewal?<\/h3>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>No.<\/strong> Eligible adult passport renewal is a simplified process and generally does not require proof of citizenship, supporting identification or a guarantor. A first-time or otherwise ineligible applicant must use the new passport application process and meet the broader documentary requirements.<\/p>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Conclusion<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">A Canadian passport application is a separate process from citizenship and depends on accurate proof of citizenship and identity. For first-time adult applicants, common preventable problems include using the wrong application type, choosing an ineligible guarantor or reference, submitting inconsistent identity documents, using non-compliant photos or relying on outdated fee information.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">For a straightforward first passport, current government instructions may be enough. Where citizenship documents, names, identity evidence or urgent travel create complications, a case-specific review can help identify the correct documentation before submission.<\/p>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/book-consultation\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1273 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-2-2026-06_18_56-PM.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-2-2026-06_18_56-PM.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-2-2026-06_18_56-PM-300x100.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-2-2026-06_18_56-PM-768x256.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Legal information notice<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">This page provides general information about Canadian passport applications. Passport Program requirements, service standards and fees can change. Always confirm current requirements with the Government of Canada before submitting an application.<\/p>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Sources<\/h2>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>Government of Canada \u2014 Apply for a new adult passport in Canada<\/li>\r\n<li>Government of Canada \u2014 References and guarantors<\/li>\r\n<li>Government of Canada \u2014 Submit a new adult passport application and pay fees<\/li>\r\n<li>Government of Canada \u2014 Passport and travel document fee changes<\/li>\r\n<li>Government of Canada \u2014 Passport processing times<\/li>\r\n<li>Government of Canada \u2014 Adult passport renewal<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Published\/updated: August 12, 2026 Author: Visaline Legal Editorial Team<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Contact us today to review your case and book your immigration consultation. We also recommend following<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/visaline.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Visaline Immigration Institute on Instagram<\/a><\/strong> for real-time updates on IRCC news and immigration law changes. \u260e\ufe0f Toronto WhatsApp: +1-647-860-0005<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Canadian Passport Application: Requirements, Documents, Guarantor, Fees and Process A new Canadian citizen may finish the citizenship ceremony and assume that a passport is issued automatically. It is not. 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