How do I get or renew a Canadian passport?

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To renew an adult passport, you do not need a guarantor, proof of Canadian citizenship or proof of identity if your passport meets the conditions. You may be able to do it online if you need it in 20 business days or more. For a first passport, you need proof of Canadian citizenship, identity documents, 2 photos, a guarantor and 2 references. You choose a 5-year or 10-year passport on the form. For fees, check the official list on Canada.ca.

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Key facts

Validity: Adult passport valid for 5 or 10 years, chosen in section 6 of the form (new passport).
Processing time (online or by mail): Up to 20 business days, plus mail delivery time.
Processing time (in person): 10 or 20 business days, depending on where you are. Express pickup: 2 to 9 business days. Urgent pickup: by the end of the next business day.
For a first passport: Proof of Canadian citizenship, identity document, 2 identical passport photos, 1 guarantor and 2 references.
Cost: Fees are not shown here: check the official fee list on Canada.ca.

What is your situation?

What is your situation with the passport?

Your procedure, step by step

Start the official procedure Official page: Canadian passports (IRCC, Canada.ca) (opens in a new tab)https://www.canada.ca/fr/immigration-refugies-citoyennete/services/passeports-canadiens.html

Adapt the list to your situation

Step 1: Check your eligibility

These criteria come from the answer page: the official body decides. Confirm on the official page (button above).

Check whether you can renew: your passport must have been issued when you were at least 16, within the last 15 years, and be valid for 5 or 10 years. It must show the same name, date of birth, place of birth and sex identifier as the ones you want on the new one.
If you need your passport in 20 business days or more, see whether you can renew online. Among other things, your passport must expire within the next 6 months or already be expired, your home and mailing addresses must be in Canada, and you need a digital photo taken by a professional photographer less than 6 months ago.
Otherwise, renew in person (Service Canada centre or passport office, with or without an appointment) or by mail.

Step 2: Make the request

Submit your application and pay the fees: in person by appointment or without an appointment, or by mail. The exact fees are on the official fee list.

Step 3: Track your request

Wait for your passport: the time is counted in business days and does not include mail delivery. Express and urgent services exist.

Other steps on this page (2)

These steps do not match the situation you ticked. They stay here, just in case.

For a first passport (or if you cannot renew), gather proof of Canadian citizenship, a document confirming your identity, 2 identical passport photos, a guarantor and 2 references.
Fill in the form on your computer (Adult passport application form PPTC 154 for a new passport) and indicate in section 6 whether you want a 5-year or 10-year passport.

Start the official procedure Official page: Canadian passports (IRCC, Canada.ca) (opens in a new tab)https://www.canada.ca/fr/immigration-refugies-citoyennete/services/passeports-canadiens.html

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And then?

How do I report my change of address to public bodies?To keep your address correct with public bodies.

General information drawn from official sources. It does not replace legal, medical or financial advice. For your situation, contact the organization concerned or a professional.

Sources

Renouveler un passeport pour adulte (Immigration, Réfugiés et Citoyenneté Canada (IRCC))
Vérifier qui peut renouveler son passeport (Immigration, Réfugiés et Citoyenneté Canada (IRCC))
Renouvellement de passeport en ligne au Canada (Immigration, Réfugiés et Citoyenneté Canada (IRCC))
Obtenir le formulaire et renouveler son passeport au Canada (Immigration, Réfugiés et Citoyenneté Canada (IRCC))
Renouveler son passeport en personne au Canada (Immigration, Réfugiés et Citoyenneté Canada (IRCC))
Documents requis et photos pour un nouveau passeport pour adulte (Immigration, Réfugiés et Citoyenneté Canada (IRCC))
Formulaire de demande d'un nouveau passeport pour adulte (Immigration, Réfugiés et Citoyenneté Canada (IRCC))
Délais de traitement des passeports (Immigration, Réfugiés et Citoyenneté Canada (IRCC))

Checked on October 4, 2026. Rules, deadlines and fees can change: always confirm on the official page above. Demande au Québec is an independent website, not a government site.

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