Mail in passport application canada

To apply for a passport by mail in Canada, you will need to follow these steps:

Step 1: Gather the required documents

• A completed Application for a Passport (PPTC 154) form
• Proof of Canadian citizenship (such as a birth certificate or citizenship certificate)
• Proof of identity (such as a driver's license or government-issued ID)
• A photocopy of both sides of your ID
• One recent, color photograph that meets the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development's (DFATD) requirements
• Payment for the application fee (currently $120 for a adult passport book or $60 for a child passport book)

Step 2: Fill out the application form

• Download and complete the Application for a Passport (PPTC 154) form from the Government of Canada's website or pick one up from a passport office or a Service Canada Centre.
• Fill out the form carefully and accurately, making sure to sign it in the presence of a witness.

Step 3: Attach the required documents

• Attach the completed application form, proof of Canadian citizenship, proof of identity, and photocopy of both sides of your ID to the application package.
• Make sure all documents are in English or French, and that they are not damaged or altered in any way.

Step 4: Include the payment

• Include the payment for the application fee with your application package. You can pay by cheque or money order made payable to the Receiver General for Canada.

Step 5: Mail the application package

• Mail the application package to the following address:

Passport Program Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Ottawa, ON K1A 0G3

Step 6: Track your application

• Once you have mailed your application package, you can track its status online or by contacting the Passport Program.

Processing time

• The processing time for a passport application by mail is typically 8-11 weeks, but it may take longer during peak periods.
• You can check the status of your application online or by contacting the Passport Program.

Tips and reminders

• Make sure to sign your application form in the presence of a witness.
• Use a secure and trackable mailing method, such as Canada Post's Xpresspost or Priority Mail.
• Keep a copy of your application package and all supporting documents for your records.
• If you are renewing your passport, you will need to include your old passport with your application package.

By following these steps, you can successfully apply for a passport by mail in Canada.