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==Procedure==
'''Apply In-Person:''' 
#To apply for a Canadian Passport in person, the applicant has to visit the nearest Service Canada office that provides Passport Services, the respective Passport office can be found using the following link [https://ircc.canada.ca/english/passport/map/map.asp office finder]
#Visit the link, enter the applicant’s address and find the nearest passport office. Go to the office and obtain an application form to apply for a Canadian Passport from the relevant department.
#Before visiting the office, the applicants are advised to make an appointment since all the offices will not be free at all times.
#Complete the appointment form in the link as applicable and click the “Submit” button, make an appointment by visiting the following [https://eservices.canada.ca/en/service/ appointment link]
# use the following link to download the [https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/ircc/migration/ircc/english/passport/forms/pdf/pptc153.pdf application form]
#The application form can be completed by the applicant either electronically or by using a pen. Follow the instructions present in the application form while filling the application form.
#Make sure that the applicant has all the documents listed in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
#Then, the applicant has to find a guarantor in order to sign the completed application, one of the applicant’s passport photos and all copies of any supporting identity documents.
#After attestation, all the required documents must be attached with the completed application form.
#Before visiting the office for submitting the application, make an appointment as mentioned before.
#Visit the office and submit the application package to the relevant authority at the office. Pay the required fees by following the instructions of the officials over there.
#The amount of fees and information about payment method can be found in the following page [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-passports/fees/passport-canada.html fees details]
#Upon receipt of the application, the applicant will be issued with an acknowledgement receipt which will contain the pickup date of the passport (if the applicant has paid for a pickup service).
#Then, necessary processes will take place accordingly. The application and submitted documents will be assessed and verified by relevant officials.
#Once all the processes are over, the applicant should visit the office on the pickup date and collect the Passport, the applicant shall receive their passport within 10-20 days from the submission of the application.
#The applicant can send someone else to pick up their passport if they have valid identification and written authorization from the applicant to do so.
#Meanwhile, the applicant can be contacted by the office for any missing or additional information.
 
'''Apply through mail'''
#To apply for Canadian Passport through mail, the applicant has to mail an application to the mailing address of the Service Canada.
#Mailing address for applicants in Ontario is as follows: Government of Canada, Passport Program, Gatineau, Quebec K1A 0G3.
#Firstly, the applicants should download the application form by clicking the following link [https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/ircc/migration/ircc/english/passport/forms/pdf/pptc153.pdf application form]
#The application form can be completed by the applicant either electronically or by using a pen. Follow the instructions present in the application form while filling the application form.
#Do not forget to complete the payment section in the application form. The fees and information about payment method can be found on the following page [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-passports/fees/passport-canada.html fees details]
#Make sure that the applicant has all the documents listed in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
#Then, the applicant has to find a guarantor in order to sign the completed application, one of the applicant’s passport photos and all copies of any supporting identity documents.
#After attestation, all the required documents must be attached with the completed application form.
#Choose a traceable mail service at the applicant’s convenience and mail the application package.
#Upon receipt of the application, necessary processes will take place accordingly. The application and submitted documents will be assessed and verified by relevant officials.
#Once all the processes are over, the passport (and any original documentation the applicant submitted) will be returned to the applicant by mail and may be in 2 separate packages, the applicant shall receive their passport within 10-20 days from the submission of the application.
#Meanwhile, the applicant can be contacted by the office for any missing or additional information.
 
'''Apply through courier'''
#To apply for Canadian Passport through courier, the applicant has to send an application to the courier address of the Service Canada.
#Courier address for applicants in Ontario is as follows: Government of Canada, Passport Program, 22 de Varennes Street, Gatineau, Quebec J8T 8R1.
#Firstly, the applicants should download the application form by clicking the following link [https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/ircc/migration/ircc/english/passport/forms/pdf/pptc153.pdf application form]
#The application form can be completed by the applicant either electronically or by using a pen. Follow the instructions present in the application form while filling the application form.
#Do not forget to complete the payment section in the application form. The fees and information about payment method can be found on the following page [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-passports/fees/passport-canada.html fees details]
#Make sure that the applicant has all the documents listed in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
#Then, the applicant has to find a guarantor in order to sign the completed application, one of the applicant’s passport photos and all copies of any supporting identity documents.
#After attestation, all the required documents must be attached with the completed application form.
#Choose a certified courier service at the applicant’s convenience and send the application package.
#Upon receipt of the application, necessary processes will take place accordingly. The application and submitted documents will be assessed and verified by relevant officials.
#Once all the processes are over, the passport (and any original documentation the applicant submitted) will be returned to the applicant by mail and may be in 2 separate packages, the applicant shall receive their passport within 10-20 days from the submission of the application.
#Meanwhile, the applicant can be contacted by the office for any missing or additional information.
 
==Required Documents==
*Completed [https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/ircc/migration/ircc/english/passport/forms/pdf/pptc153.pdf application form]
*Proof of Canadian Citizenship (original)
*Valid means of Identity
**Driver’s license
**Health card
**Indian Status Certificate
**Military ID
**Foreign Passport
**Non-driver’s license
**Employee ID
*Any valid Canadian passport or travel document (where applicable)
*Two identical passport photos (signed by guarantor)
 
Reference [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-passports/new-adult-passport/apply-how.html requirements]

 
==Office Locations & Contacts==
'''Service Canada Centre - Passport Services,''' 
74 Victoria Street, 
Suite 300, 
Toronto, 
Ontario, 
Canada 
Phone: +1 800-567-6868 
Website [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-passports/new-adult-passport.html link] 
Contact [https://ircc.canada.ca/english/passport/map/map.asp link] 
 

==Eligibility==
*The applicant must be a Canadian citizen.
*The applicant must be at least 16 years old or above.
 
Reference [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-passports/new-adult-passport/apply-who.html eligibility]
 
 
==Fees==
'''Fees amount for respective type of passport can be found below:''' 
*5-year adult passport (age 16 or over) - 120 CAN$
*10-year adult passport (age 16 or over) - 160 CAN$
*Child passport (0 to 15 years of age) - 57 CAN$
 
Visit for more information [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-passports/fees/passport-canada.html fees details]
 
 
==Validity==
Canadian passports are issued for a maximum period of ten years for adults, and five years for children. 

 
==Documents to Use==
Passport [https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/ircc/migration/ircc/english/passport/forms/pdf/pptc153.pdf application form] 

 
==Sample Documents==
Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people.

 
==Processing Time==
'''Service standards''' 
*In person at a passport office (Service Canada Centre – Passport Services): '''10 business days'''
*By mail or in person at a Service Canada Centre: '''20 business days'''
 
Reference [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-passports/processing-times.html processing time]
 
 
==Related Videos==
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==Instructions==
*For new passport applications, the applicant will need to find a guarantor to sign their application, one of their passport photos and all copies of any supporting identity documents are submitted with their application.
*The applicant will also need two references to include in their application. Their references must have known them for at least 2 years and the applicant cannot use a family member or their guarantor as a reference.
*The applicant can go to any passport office (Service Canada Centre – Passport Services) or Service Canada Centre that offers passport services without an appointment (also called walk-in services).
*But, Walk-in services are not guaranteed. They may not be available at busy locations.
*If the applicant cannot submit their application themselves, someone else can submit their application for them. Learn more [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-passports/help-centre/apply.html submit representative]
*The applicant won’t receive a refund for the service fee if they cancel their application or are refused a travel document or are issued a passport for a shorter validity period than requested (for example, in cases where an individual has had multiple losses).
*Only the consular fee, which applies to all adult applications, is refundable if a passport is not issued.
 
 

==Required Information==
*Full names and other particulars of applicant
*DOB and Contact Details
*ID Number
*Permanent Residence address
*Address overseas
*Personal details
*Parents’ and next of kin’s details
*Details of reference
*Details of guarantor
*Banking details
*Card details

 
==Need for the Document==
A Canadian passport is a travel document that allows Canadian citizens to travel the world. It also serves as Identification for the holding person that he/she is a citizen or resident of Canada. 

 
==Information which might help==
*For applicants in United States: visit the following link and click “United States” radio button for relevant information [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-passports/new-adult-passport/apply-how.html how to apply]
*For applicants living Outside Canada and the United States: visit the following link and click “Outside Canada and the United States” radio button for relevant information [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-passports/new-adult-passport/apply-how.html how to apply]
*Visit the link and click on any applicable link for [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-passports/new-adult-passport.html relevant information]

 

==Other uses of the Document/Certificate==
Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

 
==External Links==
Place some external links which might help.

 
==Others==
More information which might help people.
 
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