Canadian Passport in person timeline

[Hot2Cold]

When applying for canadian passport as a family (2 adults, 1 minor):
1. Must we all have the same Guarantor and references?
2. Does the Guarantor have to attest on the same passport photo that was signed by the photographer, or can he attest on the 2nd passport photo?

1. The guarantor can be different for each application if that is what you want. Each application is handled independently. It probably makes sense to have one guarantor for all applications.

2. The application form is not explicit on this, but the photographer will most likely stamp one photo with the words required. See Pro Passport Photo's website for an example.

 

[QueenPeaches]

1. The guarantor can be different for each application if that is what you want. Each application is handled independently. It probably makes sense to have one guarantor for all applications.

2. The application form is not explicit on this, but the photographer will most likely stamp one photo with the words required. See Pro Passport Photo's website for an example.

Thanks a lot. If it stamped this way that'd be best. I was worried about a guarantor with a large handwriting not being able to manage space.

 

[Hot2Cold]

Thanks a lot. If it stamped this way that'd be best. I was worried about a guarantor with a large handwriting not being able to manage space.

I was worried about the same. But my guarantor had just done the same for another friend and told me that it was fine.

Good luck!

 

[maxkram]

I've just checked how to apply in person and find this:

If you’re applying in person
By appointment
You must provide proof that you need the passport. New

Under the cut, you can find that it's impossible to apply in person without proof that you need to travel within 25 days.
So sad

 

[wstrn24]

I've just checked how to apply in person and find this:

If you’re applying in person
By appointment
You must provide proof that you need the passport. New

Under the cut, you can find that it's impossible to apply in person without proof that you need to travel within 25 days.
So sad

Vacation flight ticket can be the proof, right?

 

[Azimuss]

Hi. Does some kind of online tracking tool exist for passport application? Like ECAS or like citizenship tracker? Thanks

 

[Hot2Cold]

Hi. Does some kind of online tracking tool exist for passport application? Like ECAS or like citizenship tracker? Thanks

Not online, but you can go here https://secure.cic.gc.ca/rs-vd/stat-eng.aspx and request an update. You will need the file number to get an update.
Be prepared for the canned COVID response though.

You can also call 1-800-567-6868 for the same update.

 

[con2015jan]

Experience at Ottawa Service Canada Centre - Passport Services, 885 Meadowlands Drive East- Dec 23 2021
- in person , appointment at 1.30
-Reached on time , document verificaton in 10 mins
- Another 30 mins wait to get the process started and officer started processing app 1 by 1
- 4 Apps in total. Each took 10 mins of manual data entry .
- Total of 1hr and 10 mins and done

For kids photos, no hair bands or hair clips. Due to that I will have to show up again to deliver a new photo.
Office was super nice though ..
Kids passport delivery via Canadapost - Jan 12 2022

 

[khilkhil]

Hi everyone, Am not sure how/who can be my guarantor. I dont have any family here and no close friend with a Canadian passport. I do see the PPTC 132 form which needs to be filled in lieu of a guarantor. Anyone in similar situation here?

 

[sk6492]

@con2015jan

Can you please confirm if they asked you the proof of travel when you applied in-person.

 

[con2015jan]

@con2015jan

Can you please confirm if they asked you the proof of travel when you applied in-person.

No . They didnt.

 

[sk6492]

Hello, did anyone do a walkin without appointment to a service canada in GTA recently?

 

[DigitalDestiny]

Went to Mississauga Passport Office. I had appointment.

They only took First 3-4 page of each application form (the remaining instruction pages of the form were discarded), 2 photo, original citizenship certificate and original DL. For kid, they asked for original Birth certificate.

I had photocopies of IDs signed by gurantor, they said not needed and returned them.

All the guards and officers were polite and courteous. All the originals were returned and they only keep the photos n forms. Fee payment can be done using Credit or debit card. The passport can be picked up for $20 fee after exact 2 weeks or will be delivered via registered mail after 2 weeks for free. I was out in about 40 minutes.

 

[samtoryyy]

Went to Mississauga Passport Office. I had appointment.

They only took First 3-4 page of each application form (the remaining instruction pages of the form were discarded), 2 photo, original citizenship certificate and original DL. For kid, they asked for original Birth certificate.

I had photocopies of IDs signed by gurantor, they said not needed and returned them.

All the guards and officers were polite and courteous. All the originals were returned and they only keep the photos n forms. Fee payment can be done using Credit or debit card. The passport can be picked up for $20 fee after exact 2 weeks or will be delivered via registered mail after 2 weeks for free. I was out in about 40 minutes.

How long did it take to get a callback to schedule an appointment? and were you able to get an appointment right away for the next day?
Also did you have to show proof of flight tickets to be able to apply in person?

 

[kathychang]

Went to Mississauga Passport Office. I had appointment.

They only took First 3-4 page of each application form (the remaining instruction pages of the form were discarded), 2 photo, original citizenship certificate and original DL. For kid, they asked for original Birth certificate.

I had photocopies of IDs signed by gurantor, they said not needed and returned them.

All the guards and officers were polite and courteous. All the originals were returned and they only keep the photos n forms. Fee payment can be done using Credit or debit card. The passport can be picked up for $20 fee after exact 2 weeks or will be delivered via registered mail after 2 weeks for free. I was out in about 40 minutes.

May I ask you how long it was to get an appointment after you submit your request on e-service?