Guide CIT 0003 - Application for Canadian Citizenship - Minors (under 18 years of age)
This form and guide is for permanent residents, under 18 years of age, who have one parent who is a Canadian citizen or one parent who is applying for their Canadian citizenship at the same time.
This form and guide is for permanent residents, under 18 years of age, who have one parent who is a Canadian citizen or one parent who is applying for their Canadian citizenship at the same time.
- Photocopy of two (2) pieces of personal identification.
Both pieces of identification should show the minor’s name and date of birth, one of which must have a photo on it.
Examples include:- school record;
- health insurance card;
- a passport page containing their photo and personal details;
- a hospital or immunization record, may be provided.
- Note: If there is information on both sides of the identification document, photocopy both sides.
- Photocopy of birth certificate or adoption order
The document must show:- the minor’s name;
- date of birth;
- place of birth;
- the names of the parents or adoptive parents.
- For an adopted minor living in Quebec, you must submit one of the following documents:
- jugement d’adoption ;
- jugement sur requête en adoption ;
- reconnaissance de jugement d’adoption ;
- certificat d’inscription d’adoption ;
- attestation d’adoption ;
- lettre d’attestation d’adoption.
- One (1) photocopy of proof of the parent’s Canadian citizenship (if applicable)
Examples include:- provincial/territorial birth certificate;
- certificate of Canadian citizenship;
- certificate of naturalization;
- certificate of Registration of Birth Abroad;
- certificate of retention issued between January 1, 1947 and February 14, 1977.
