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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...