I did not end up getting the transfer. Once my MP contacted them, it was processed in Ottawa, printed there and shipped from there. I just recieved it actually! I was also sent back my kids original birth certificate.
I was told by my MP on a Thursday (June 14th) that it would be transferred on...
update....being delivered today. I see it on the Canada Post truck! woohoooo!
Again, contact your local MP's!!!! My new borns applications was in "pending approval" status for 2+ months. The moment I contacted my MP it was approved, printed and shipped all within 3-4 days. Note: you MUST have...
We are also travelling July 30th and applied for a new born passport on May 20th. It was sent to printer today and was told would arrive this week. I got it expidited by contacting my local MP.
As of today, you are eligible for a transfer.
You need to keep calling...try at lunch time...I had...
Long time lurker....applied for a new passport for my 1 year old son in May...here is my timeline to date:
Travel date on application: July 30th
May 20th: Sent application via purlolator
May 24th: Received
June 20th: CC charged
June 27th: Called 1-800 number....was told its still "pending...
So, what is the best phone number to call? And what time/day??
1‑800‑567‑6868
OR.....
1‑819‑997‑8338
Also, whatdo you guys do? Call, press the "1", and then hang up if it starts with "if general..."...
I cannot ever get through! Please help...