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SamKth

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May 14, 2025
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Hello

Context: I have a citizenship ceremony scheduled tomorrow, I unfortunately lost my wallet while travelling the previous week and I lost both my driver’s license and health card (already applied for replacements); I’ve also made the mistake of not renewing my foreign passport since I was thinking I will get the Canadian one…

Is there any way I can prove my identity to IRCC tomorrow or is it a lost cause already?

Thank you for your inputs.
 
Bring your old passport, any copy of those old IDs, any bill sent to you or anything else that has your name (diploma, transcripts, work badge...)
There's a good chance IRCC goes easy here if you explain the situation, but keep that additional stuff in your bag and don't say anything unless they complain, if they do... Maybe the PR card will be enough.
 
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Bring your old passport, any copy of those old IDs, any bill sent to you or anything else that has your name (diploma, transcripts, work badge...)
There's a good chance IRCC goes easy here if you explain the situation, but keep that additional stuff in your bag and don't say anything unless they complain, if they do... Maybe the PR card will be enough.
Thanks for the reply. Will follow your advice, hopefully they will go easy. Have a great one.
 
Bring your old passport, any copy of those old IDs, any bill sent to you or anything else that has your name (diploma, transcripts, work badge...)
There's a good chance IRCC goes easy here if you explain the situation, but keep that additional stuff in your bag and don't say anything unless they complain, if they do... Maybe the PR card will be enough.
You’re a life saver! I’m currently seated in the ceremony. Grateful for your advice!!