Canadian passport guides
Plain-language answers to the questions the official pages state but do not explain: which form applies to you, who can be a guarantor, and what to do when your situation is not the simple one.
Canada just made passport renewal fully online. Your kids still can't use it.
On July 28, 2026 Canada opened online passport renewal to every eligible adult. Children under 16 are excluded and still need the paper PPTC 155. Here is what changed and what it means for families.
How to fill out a Canadian child passport application (PPTC 155)
A plain-language guide to the Canadian child passport application (PPTC 155) - who it is for, what you need, guarantors, photos, and how to prepare it correctly.
How to fill out a new Canadian adult passport application (PPTC 153)
A plain-language guide to the new Canadian adult passport application (PPTC 153) - who needs it, documents, guarantors, photos, validity, and how to prepare it right.
Canadian adult passport renewal in 2026: online, paper, or a new application?
Since July 28, 2026 every eligible adult in Canada can renew a passport online. This guide explains who qualifies, who still needs the paper PPTC 054, and who needs a full new application.
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