IRCC refunds passport fees automatically if processing exceeds 30 business days. Covers 2026 fees, refund eligibility, payment methods and never-refunded fees.

Check Passport Canada wait times for 2026: official 10–20 business-day standards by method, how to track your application online, and tips to avoid delays.

2026 Canadian passport fees: 5-year adult $122.50, 10-year $163.50, child $58.50. Full tables, surcharges & how to pay — verified from official sources.

Apply for a new adult Canadian passport with form PPTC 153: 2026 fees, documents, guarantor and photo rules, processing times, and step-by-step filing.

Passport Canada office closures for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Sept 30). Learn holiday hours, status tracking, and processing timelines.

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Passport supporting documents mail back Service Canada Passport Services has indicated on their website that original supporting documents will sometimes be mailed back separately from your passport application. The reason may be because the original supporting documents were receive from a dedicated unit that does all the scan of the documents. Passport officers assess every...

Service Canada and Passport Canada offices are closed on Labour Day. Check statutory holiday hours, urgent passport processing options, and renewal steps.

Holiday closures at Service Canada and the CRA may cause delays in application processing and benefit payments. During statutory holidays, the in‑person and call‑centre passport offices are closed, which can extend wait times for your passport, EI, CPP, OAS, tax inquiries, and other federal programs. Submitting documents early and checking online portals can help minimize disruptions. Plan ahead to avoid delays and stay informed about updated service schedules.

Need a stamped certified true copy of a Canadian passport? Learn the official application steps, required form (PPTC 670), and processing timelines in Canada.

Child safety: Add a child’s name to the passport system lookout If you’re worried someone might try to get a passport for your child without your consent, please contact the passport office immediately. They can add your child’s name to a special list for their safety.  The list is called the passport system lookout. Once...

Please keep in mind that not all fees paid to the passport or immigration services can be refunded. 1) After immigration started processing your application, only these fees can be refunded the right of permanent residence fee (RPRF) the right of citizenship fee the open work permit holder fee (for Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)...