How much does a Canadian passport cost in 2026?

A 10-year adult passport costs $160 (in Canada) or $260 (outside Canada). A 5-year child passport (under 16) costs $57. Urgent processing adds $50 (express, 2–9 business days) or $110 (urgent, next business day pickup). Online applications for renewals cost $120 for a 10-year passport.

How long does it take to get a Canadian passport in 2026?

Standard processing is 10–20 business days in person at a Service Canada centre or passport office. Mail-in applications take 20+ business days. Express service (2–9 business days) costs an extra $50. Urgent service (next business day pickup in person) costs an extra $110. Online renewals take 10–20 business days.

Can I renew my Canadian passport online?

Yes, if your previous passport was a 10-year adult passport, is expired or expiring within 12 months, was issued after 2012, and is not lost or stolen. Online renewal costs $120 (vs $160 in person). Apply through the Government of Canada website. Not available for first-time applicants or child passports.

How to Get a Passport in Canada in 2026 (Cost, Timeline & Process)

A 10-year Canadian passport costs $160 in person or $120 if you renew online — one of the few government processes where the digital option is actually cheaper and faster. Standard processing takes 10–20 business days, express adds $50 (2–9 days), and urgent service costs $110 extra for next-business-day pickup at a passport office. If you’re travelling internationally, the safest rule is to ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your travel dates, since many countries enforce this at entry.

For renewals, the simplified process (form PPTC 054) skips the guarantor requirement entirely — you just need your previous passport and new photos. First-time applicants and parents applying for a child passport need a guarantor who has known you for 2+ years and holds a valid Canadian passport. Passport photos cost $10–$20 at Shoppers Drug Mart, Costco, or Walmart, and they must be taken within the last six months with a white background and neutral expression. Plan ahead: applying by mail takes 20+ business days with no option to expedite.

Passport Costs (2026)

Passport Type	In Canada	Outside Canada
10-year adult (age 16+) — in person/mail	$160	$260
10-year adult — online renewal	$120	N/A
5-year child (under 16)	$57	$100
Additional pages (travel document)	Free (standard 36 pages)	—
Replacement (lost/stolen)	$160 + may need statutory declaration	$260

Expedited Processing Fees (Additional)

Service Level	Additional Fee	Processing Time	Available
Standard	$0	10–20 business days	In person, mail, online
Express	$50	2–9 business days	In person only
Urgent	$110	Next business day pickup	In person only (passport office)

How to Apply: Step by Step

New Passport (First-Time or Child)

Step	Action	Details
1	Download or pick up the application form	PPTC 153 (adult) or PPTC 155 (child)
2	Get passport photos taken	50mm × 70mm, white background, recent
3	Find a guarantor	Must have known you for 2+ years and hold a valid Canadian passport
4	Gather supporting documents	Birth certificate or citizenship certificate + photo ID
5	Complete the application form	Print clearly in black ink
6	Submit in person or by mail	Service Canada Centre or passport office
7	Pay the fee	Credit card, debit, or certified cheque
8	Receive passport	In person or by mail (registered)

Passport Renewal (Adult, Previous 10-Year Passport)

Step	Action	Details
1	Check eligibility for simplified renewal	Must have previous 10-year passport, not lost or stolen
2	Complete form PPTC 054 (simplified renewal)	No guarantor needed
3	Get new passport photos	Recent photos meeting specifications
4	Submit with your previous passport	Previous passport will be returned
5	Pay the fee ($160 in person / $120 online)	Credit/debit
6	Receive new passport	10–20 business days

Required Documents

Applicant	Documents Needed
Canadian-born citizen (new)	Provincial birth certificate + government photo ID + 2 passport photos + guarantor declaration
Naturalized citizen (new)	Citizenship certificate + government photo ID + 2 passport photos + guarantor declaration
Adult renewal (simplified)	Previous Canadian passport + 2 passport photos
Child (under 16)	Child’s birth certificate + both parents’ IDs + 2 photos of child + parent signatures
Replacing lost/stolen	Statutory declaration + same docs as new application

Passport Photo Requirements

Requirement	Specification
Size	50mm × 70mm (2" × 2¾")
Background	White or light grey
Age of photo	Taken within last 6 months
Expression	Neutral, mouth closed
Head position	Straight, facing camera
Glasses	Allowed if prescription (no glare, no tinted lenses)
Head covering	Only for religious/medical reasons (face must be visible)
Photo quality	High resolution, no shadows, no red-eye
Where to get photos	Shoppers Drug Mart, Walmart, Costco, CAA, London Drugs ($10–$20)

Where to Apply

Location	Services Available	Wait Times
Service Canada Centre	Standard, express	Varies (some walk-in, some appointment)
Passport office (major cities)	Standard, express, urgent	Longer — arrive early
By mail	Standard only	20+ business days (no expedited)
Online (renewal only)	Standard only	10–20 business days

Travel Validity Rules

Destination	Passport Validity Required
United States	Valid passport (no minimum beyond travel dates)
Europe (Schengen)	Valid 3+ months beyond departure date
United Kingdom	Valid for duration of stay
Mexico	Valid for duration of stay
Australia	Valid 6+ months beyond arrival
Japan	Valid for duration of stay
Most countries	Valid 6+ months beyond travel dates (safest rule)

The Bottom Line

Renew online if eligible ($120 vs $160, no guarantor needed) and apply well before any planned trip — peak travel seasons create backlogs. If you need it fast, go to a passport office in person and pay the $50 express or $110 urgent surcharge. Keep your passport valid at least six months beyond your next travel date to avoid entry issues, and pair travel insurance and a no-FX-fee credit card with your new passport before heading abroad.