Mail passport application canada

To mail a passport application 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 (see below)

Step 2: Fill out the application form

• Fill out the Application for a Passport (PPTC 154) form carefully and accurately
• Make sure to sign the form in the presence of a witness, if required

Step 3: Attach the required documents

• Attach the required documents to the application form, including:
  • Proof of Canadian citizenship
  • Proof of identity
  • Photocopy of both sides of your ID
  • One recent, color photograph
• Make sure all documents are securely attached to the application form

Step 4: Pay the application fee

• The application fee for a Canadian passport is currently $120 for a 5-year adult passport and $160 for a 10-year adult passport
• You can pay by cheque or money order made payable to the Receiver General for Canada
• You can also pay by credit card or debit card online through the Passport Canada website

Step 5: Mail the application

• Mail the completed application, along with the required documents and payment, to the following address:
  • Passport Canada
  • PO Box 9702
  • Ottawa, ON K1Y 5L5
• Make sure to use a trackable shipping method, such as Canada Post's Xpresspost or Priority Mail, to ensure that your application is delivered to Passport Canada safely and efficiently

Step 6: Track your application

• Once you have mailed your application, you can track its progress online through the Passport Canada website
• You will receive an email notification when your application is received and processed

Important notes:

• Make sure to sign your application form in the presence of a witness, if required
• Do not staple or attach any documents to the application form, as this can cause delays in processing
• If you are renewing your passport, you will need to provide a completed Application for a Passport (PPTC 154) form and a photocopy of both sides of your current passport
• If you are applying for a passport for a child, you will need to provide a completed Application for a Passport (PPTC 054) form and a photocopy of both sides of the child's birth certificate