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Documents, signatures and references for a new adult Canadian passport
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- 01Prove citizenship
Bring the accepted original paper certificate, or a printout of a citizenship e-certificate. Source 2
- 02Check supporting ID
Bring the original or prepare signed and dated copies of both sides. Source 1
- 03Prepare the photographs
Use two identical photos and have the photographer and guarantor complete their details. Source 1
- 04Get signatures and references
Ask an eligible guarantor to sign and get two eligible references’ consent. Source 1
Citizenship evidence, identity evidence, photographs and signatures have separate checks.
Documents, signatures and references for a new adult Canadian passport
This checklist covers the new adult passport application submitted from within Canada. Renewal and applications from outside Canada use their own instructions.
| Source | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Citizenship proof | Accepted original paper birth or citizenship certificate | Use the proof rules for your place of birth | Source 2 |
| Electronic citizenship proof | Printed copy of the citizenship e-certificate | Use this for an e-certificate | Source 2 |
| Identity document | Original or copies of both sides signed and dated by a guarantor or signing official | Required separately from citizenship proof | Source 1 |
| Two passport photos | Identical photos, photographer details and date on the back of one | Guarantor signs one photo | Source 1 |
| Guarantor | Signature on form and one photo, plus dated copies of both ID sides when applicable | Must meet citizenship, age, acquaintance and passport conditions | Source 1 |
| Two references | Names and contact details with consent | Age 18 or older and each has known you at least two years | Source 1 |
| Existing travel document | Canadian passport or other travel document | Include it if still valid | Source 1 |