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How Much Does a Canadian Passport Cost in 2026 | Fees & Processing

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Canadian Passport Fees 2026

Adults (Age 16+)

Passport Type In Canada In USA Other Countries
10-year passport $160 $260 $260
5-year passport $120 $190 $190
Express fee (2-9 days) +$50 N/A N/A
Urgent fee (next day) +$110 N/A N/A
Travel document (emergency) $75 $75 $75

Children (Under 16)

Passport Type In Canada In USA Other Countries
5-year child passport $57 $100 $100
Express fee +$50 N/A N/A
Urgent fee +$110 N/A N/A

Cost Per Year Comparison

Passport Type Total Cost Cost Per Year
10-year adult $160 $16/year
5-year adult $120 $24/year
5-year child $57 $11.40/year

The 10-year passport saves $80 over a decade compared to two 5-year passports.

Processing Times

Method Processing Time Fee
In-person (Service Canada) 10 business days Base fee
By mail (within Canada) 20 business days Base fee
Express (in-person only) 2-9 business days Base + $50
Urgent (in-person only) Next business day Base + $110
From USA (by mail) 20+ business days Base fee (US rate)
From abroad (by mail) 20+ business days Base fee (abroad rate)

How to Apply

New Passport (First-Time or Expired 1+ Year)

Step Details
1. Get photos Passport-quality photos ($10-$20)
2. Get a guarantor Canadian passport holder who has known you 2+ years
3. Get references Two references who have known you 2+ years
4. Complete PPTC 153 form Available online or at Service Canada
5. Submit in person or by mail With supporting documents + fee
6. Provide proof of citizenship Birth certificate or citizenship certificate
7. Provide ID Government-issued photo ID

Simplified Renewal (Eligible Adults)

Requirement Details
Previous passport Must be submitted with application
Issued when you were 16+ Must have been an adult passport
Not expired more than 1 year Or within 1 year of expiry
No name change If name changed, need new application
Form PPTC 054 (simplified renewal)
No guarantor needed ✅
No references needed ✅
No citizenship proof needed ✅

Passport Photos

Requirement Details
Size 70mm x 50mm
Type White/light background, neutral expression
Where to get them Shoppers Drug Mart ($15-$20), Walmart ($13), CAA ($15), photo studios
Digital option Some photographers offer digital for online applications
AAA/CAA member discount Some locations offer discounts for members

Family Passport Costs

Family Member Passport Fee Total
Parent 1 10-year adult $160 $160
Parent 2 10-year adult $160 $160
Child 1 (age 10) 5-year child $57 $57
Child 2 (age 6) 5-year child $57 $57
Photos (x4) $15 each $60
Total $494

For a family of 4, budget approximately $500 for passports.

Money-Saving Tips

Tip Savings
Choose 10-year passport (adults) Save $80 over 10 years vs two 5-year
Renew before expiry (simplified process) No guarantor or references needed
Apply early (standard processing) Avoid $50-$110 rush fees
Get photos at Costco or Walmart Save $5-$10 vs pharmacy
Apply in person (faster than mail) 10 days vs 20 days
Check for passport clinics Some MPs host free passport assistance events

Common Additional Costs

Item Cost Notes
Passport photos $10-$20 Required for all applications
Travel to Service Canada $5-$30 Transit or gas
Notarized copies $20-$50 If needed for application
Name change documents $0-$137 Marriage certificate retrieval, etc.
Replacement (lost/stolen) $160 (10-year) Same as new application
Extra pages No longer available Get new passport instead

When to Renew

Situation Action
6+ months before travel Standard processing is fine
2-3 months before travel Apply in person for safety
Under 2 weeks before travel Need express ($50) or urgent ($110)
Expired less than 1 year Simplified renewal (easiest)
Expired 1+ years Full new application required
Many countries require 6+ months validity Renew well before your trip

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