A Canadian passport is a travel document that Canadian citizens can use to travel the world.
To apply for an adult passport, you must be:
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If you already have an adult passport, you may be able to renew your adult passport.
Find out if you should renew your passport instead of applying for a new one.
If you’re under 16:
You need to apply for a child’s passport. When it expires, you need to apply for a new child’s passport. Only adult passports can be renewed.
To get a passport, you’ll need to:
What to apply in person?
Want to apply by mail?
Send application and all required documents to:
| Mailing address (non-courier) | Courier address | |
|---|---|---|
| Government of Canada | Government of Canada | |
| Passport Program | OR | Passport Program |
| Box 4000 STN LCD 3 | 22 de Varennes Street | |
| Mississauga, Ontario L5K 0A9 | Gatineau, Quebec J8T 8R1 |
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Extra documents may need to be provided if you:
5 year adult passport (age 16+) $120.
10 year adult passport (age 16+) $160.
Child passport (ages 0 – 15) $57.
Credit card or prepaid card (Visa®, MasterCard® or American Express®)
Debit card
Certified cheque or money order (postal or bank)
Fill out the payment section on your application form with any of the following:
