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Spelling error in Passport, how to answer "list names used" question

jickson

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Hello experts!

Unfortunately, my second passport had a spelling error in my last name. I've used this passport to land as PR and also travel to Canada before/after becoming a PR.

This spelling error was reflected in my COPR. I later requested an amendment and it was approved. All my Canadian docs (PR card, Driving license, OHIP, ...) have the correct spelling...

Now I'm about to apply for citizenship, I wonder if I should list the wrong spelling of my name as response to question 6 in the application form? Even though it has never been a last name of mine and was merely a mistake by the stupid embassy.

My concern is that if I don't list that misspelled last name, they may not be able to collect my travel records from CBSA from the times I've traveled with the passport with that misspelled last name.
 

jickson

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For anyone potentially in this situation in the future, I called IRCC today, and they advised to list the wrong spelling under question 6. They also advised to include a letter of explanation.