Welcome to ServiceCanadaPassport.ca

This blogsite is created by a team of knowledgeable passport service program experts. Our goal is to provide general information on Canadian passport program and offers helpful resource for their Canadian Passport application.

ServiceCanadaPassport.ca is not affiliated with Service Canada or Passport Canada, therefore we do not have access to your personal claim information.

Adult General Application – Canada

Note to NEXUS cardholders – Make sure your personal information is up to date!   Complete the application form To save time, complete the form on your computer. Sign each page of the application. Download the adult passport application (PPTC 153)   Instructions and tips Read the instructions at the end of the form to make sure...

File a complaint to the Passport Canada Program

Complaint resolution process The Passport Program takes all complaints very seriously and ensures that they are processed efficiently and professionally. The Passport Program’s complaint resolution process consists of a two-level approach: Level 1—You may submit a complaint by using the complaint form. The processing time for complaint resolution at this level is 12 working days....

Quick way to check Passport Canada wait times

Quick way to check Passport Canada wait times

Single name on passport

***IMPORTANT NOTICE*** The XXX naming policy no longer applies to future passport applicants. Please contact Service Canada – Passport Services for futher details. Important information on how to interpret the XXX in the given name field of a Canadian passport.  Passport Canada is aware that their naming policy may pose an issue for individuals with...

BREAKING – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resigned

BREAKING – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resigned Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation on January 6, 2025, after nearly a decade in office. Citing declining popularity and internal party conflicts, Trudeau stated he would remain in his role until the Liberal Party selects a new leader. This decision comes amid economic challenges, including...

New Year holiday Service Canada passport office closure

New Year Holiday Service Canada passport office closure

Passport Canada Christmas Holidays Closure

Passport Canada Christmas Holidays Closure

Processing Time – Submitted by mail

Processing Time - Submitted by mail

Service Canada postal strike

Service Canada prepared to meet Canadians’ needs in the event of a Canada Post labour disruption

Dual citizenship travellers need a valid Canadian passport to re-enter Canada

Dual Canadian citizens can no longer travel to or transit through Canada by air with a non-Canadian passport. You need a valid Canadian passport to board your flight. If your country needs you to enter and exit that country using a passport issued by its government, you will still need a valid Canadian passport to...

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Release of digital Canadian citizenship certificate

The Government of Canada will start implementing the digital version of the Canadian Citizenship Certificate starting June 27, 2022. The e-certificate is a valid proof of Canadian citizenship. If you have participated in the pilot project and have received an e-certificate, you can  download, save and print the e-certificate  use it to access services and benefits the...