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CHILD ABROAD GENERAL PASSPORT APPLICATION

for Canadians under 16 years of age applying outside of Canada and the USA
Warning: Any false or misleading statement with respect to this application and any supporting document, including the concealment of any material fact, may result in the refusal to issue a
passport, the revocation of a currently valid passport, and/or the imposition of a period of refusal of passport services, and may be grounds for criminal prosecution as per subsection 57 (2) of the
Criminal Code (R.C.S. 1985, C-46).

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1 CHILD'S PERSONAL INFORMATION (SEE INSTRUCTIONS, SECTION H) Anticipated date of travel
It is recommended that you do not
Surname (last name) requested to appear in the passport finalize travel plans until you
receive the requested passport.
Month Day
Given name(s) requested to appear in the passport Unknown

All former surnames (including surname at birth if different from above. These will not appear in the passport.)

Place of birth

City Country Prov./Terr./State (if applicable)

(YYYY-MM-DD) Sex Natural eye colour Height (cm/in)
Date of birth
F Female M Male X Another gender
Current home address

Number Street Apt. City Country Postal/ZIP code

Mailing address (if different from current home address)

Number Street Apt. City Country Postal/ZIP code

Children under 16 years of age are not required to sign the application form, however children Sign within border
aged 11 to 15 are encouraged to sign this section. No one, other than the child, must sign in
the signature box in section 1 or in the passport issued to the child once it is received.

Date (YYYY-MM-DD) Signed at

Signature of child (see Instructions, section H)

City Country

2 INFORMATION ON APPLICANT PARENT AND OTHER PARENT(S) (SEE INSTRUCTIONS, SECTION J)

• Is the child currently the subject of an adoption process or partially or fully in the care of a provincial or territorial family services organization in Canada?
No Yes, include all documents
• Are there any separation agreements, court orders or legal proceedings pertaining to custody of, mobility of, or access to the child?
No Yes, include all documents
Relationship between the applicant (parent or legal guardian) and the other parent or legal guardian Date of marriage (if applicable) (YYYY-MM-DD)

Applicant (parent or legal guardian) Other parent(s) or legal guardian(s)

Current surname (last name) Current surname (last name)

Given name(s) Given name(s)

All former surname(s) (if different from above) All former surname(s) (if different from above)

Date of birth (YYYY-MM-DD) Country of birth Date of birth (YYYY-MM-DD) Country of birth

Address Address

Number Street Apt. City Prov./Terr./State Country Postal/ZIP code Number Street Apt. City Prov./Terr./State Country Postal/ZIP code
Telephone (daytime) Telephone (other) Telephone (daytime) Telephone (other)

Email address Email address

Declaration—I solemnly declare that the child named in section 1 is a Canadian citizen, that I am the Declaration—I solemnly declare that the child named in section 1 is a Canadian citizen, that I am the
parent or legal guardian of this child, and that all of the information provided and all statements made in parent or legal guardian of this child, and that all of the information provided and all statements made in
this application, as well as all documents submitted to support the application, including the child's this application, as well as all documents submitted to support the application, including the child's
photos are unaltered and true. I declare that I have read and understood the Warning at the top of photos are unaltered and true. I declare that I have read and understood the Warning at the top of
page 1 and the Privacy Notice Statement in section N. I consent to the collection, use and disclosure page 1 and the Privacy Notice Statement in section N. I consent to the collection, use and disclosure
of my personal information and that of the child as outlined in the Privacy Notice Statement. of my personal information and that of the child as outlined in the Privacy Notice Statement.

Signature of applicant (also sign section 5) Date (YYYY-MM-DD) Signed at Signature of other parent or legal guardian Date (YYYY-MM-DD) Signed at

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3 PREVIOUS CANADIAN TRAVEL DOCUMENT (SEE INSTRUCTIONS, SECTION K)
• Has a Canadian travel document (passport, certificate of identity or refugee travel document) been issued to the child in their current name or any other
name?
Number Date of issue (YYYY-MM-DD)
No Yes (specify)

If the Canadian travel document is still valid, you must include it with your application.
Any passport that is damaged or was ever reported as lost or stolen will not be returned and will be securely destroyed to protect your personal information.
• Would you like the previous passport to be cancelled and returned to you?
Yes, please return it to me. If this box is not checked, the passport will not be returned and will be securely destroyed.
Note: If a Canadian travel document has been reported lost, stolen, damaged or is inaccessible, and has not yet expired, complete form PPTC 203,
Declaration concerning lost, stolen, inaccessible, damaged or found Canadian travel document, available online at Canada.ca/passport. A Canadian travel
document is no longer valid if damaged or reported as lost, stolen, or inaccessible. There is an administrative fee for the replacement of a lost or stolen
Canadian travel document that has not yet expired.

4 PROOF OF CANADIAN CITIZENSHIP (SEE INSTRUCTIONS, SECTIONS J AND L)

Provide one (1) of the documents listed below (original only):
Canadian provincial or territorial birth certificate Registration number Date of issue
Note: A detailed birth certificate showing the names of the child and the parents
may also serve as acceptable proof of parentage (see Instructions section J)
Certificate of Canadian citizenship Certificate number Date of issue or Effective date of citizenship

5 DECLARATION OF APPLICANT
Surname (last name) of applicant Given name(s) of applicant

Relationship to the child Surname (last name) of child Given name(s) of child

Declaration—I solemnly declare that the child named above is a Canadian citizen, that the photos enclosed are unaltered and a true likeness of the child, that all of the statements
made and the information provided in this application, as well as any supporting documents, are true. I declare that I have read and understood the Warning on page 1 and the
Privacy Notice Statement (see section N). I consent to the collection, use and disclosure of my personal information and that of the child by the Passport Program, Immigration,
Refugees and Citizenship Canada, other federal government institutions, Government of Canada offices abroad and third party entities as outlined in the Privacy Notice Statement.
Signature of applicant Date (YYYY-MM-DD) Signed at

City Country

6 DECLARATION OF GUARANTOR (SEE INSTRUCTIONS, SECTION M-A PASSPORT HOLDER OR SECTION M-B OCCUPATION)
The guarantor must know the applicant identified in section 5.
Surname (last name) in passport Given name(s)

Canadian passport number (see section M-A) or Occupation (see section M-B) Telephone (daytime)

Date of birth in passport (YYYY-MM-DD) (see section M-A) or Name of firm or organization (see section M-B) Telephone (other)

Current home address (see section M-A) or Name of firm or organization (see section M-B)

Number Street Apt. City Prov./Terr./State Postal/ZIP code

Full name of applicant (parent or legal guardian) Full name of child

Declaration: The Guarantor must complete this section—I solemnly declare that I have known the applicant identified in section 5 personally for at least two (2) years. I have
signed the back of one (1) of the passport photos to certify that the image is a true likeness of the child. I declare that I have read and understood the Warning on page 1 and the
Privacy Notice Statement (section N). I consent to the collection, use and disclosure of my personal information as outlined in the Privacy Notice Statement.
I have known Number of Signature of guarantor Date (YYYY-MM-DD) Signed at
the applicant years
(parent or legal
guardian) for City Country

7 EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION (OPTIONAL)

This information is helpful if the child requires emergency assistance while outside of Canada.
Surname (last name) Given name(s)

Relationship to the child Telephone (daytime) Telephone (other) Email address

Current home address

Number Street Apt. City Country Postal/ZIP code

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CHILD ABROAD GENERAL PASSPORT APPLICATION
for Canadians under 16 years of age applying outside Canada or the USA
INSTRUCTIONS
A ENTITLEMENT TO A CANADIAN PASSPORT
Important notice: We recommend that you not finalize your travel plans until you receive the requested passport.
• A Canadian passport is the only reliable and universally accepted travel and identification document for Canadians who travel abroad.
• Canadian passports are issued to Canadian citizens only and reflect their identity, as determined by proof of citizenship.
• For Canadians 16 years of age or over, use form PPTC 040, Adult Abroad General Passport Application.

B TRANSLATION
All documents submitted throughout the passport application process that are in a language other than English or French must be translated by a certified
translator.

C REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST
Both pages of the application form completed and signed within the last twelve (12) months and signed and dated by the guarantor
Two (2) identical and unaltered passport photos of the child taken within the last six (6) months, one (1) signed by the guarantor
Proof of Canadian citizenship (original only); the document will be returned to you
Any valid Canadian travel document (passport, certificate of identity or refugee travel document) issued to the child
Acceptable proof of parentage
All documents (including any divorce judgment) that refer to custody of, mobility of, or access to the child
The fee

Additional documents or information may be requested in support of this application.

D FEE AND PERIOD OF VALIDITY

Where the application is made outside of Canada or the passport is to be delivered outside of Canada:
5-year validity – CAN$100
The fee is in Canadian dollars and may be converted to the local currency.
There is a separate, non-refundable CAN$45 administrative fee for the replacement of a lost or stolen Canadian travel document that has not yet expired.

Methods of payment
Online payment is available for:
• Child passports (5-year validity)
• The administrative fee to replace lost or stolen passports
If additional passport services are required and cannot be paid online, contact the closest Government of Canada office abroad to confirm available
methods of payment.
Important
• Every person who requests passport services must pay the applicable fee in the exact amount.
• Applicants who cancel their application or are refused a passport are not eligible for a refund of the passport service fee.
• Administrative fees and applicable interest will be applied to all dishonoured payments.
• Fees are subject to change.

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E WHERE TO APPLY
Submit the child's application at the nearest Government of Canada office that provides passport services in the country where you reside or are visiting. You
can find a list of Government of Canada offices abroad online at travel.gc.ca or in your local telephone directory.
Offices authorized to process passport applications include:
• Canadian embassies;
• Canadian high commissions; or
• Canadian consulates (except those headed by honorary consuls).

F CONTACT INFORMATION
• General information is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Specific information is available at the nearest Government of Canada office that provides
passport services (consult your local telephone directory).

Information on passports, fees and processing times

TTY (for people who are Deaf or hard of hearing)

Canada.ca/passport Passport Program 1-819-997-8338
Montréal, Canada: 1-514-283-5197

Travel reports, warnings and requirements

For travel advice and warnings or foreign entry and exit requirements (how long the passport has to be valid for travel to a foreign country), visit travel.gc.ca

G ANTICIPATED DATE OF TRAVEL

Regardless of the date of travel you indicate on the application form, processing times and requirements for expedited services are still applicable. Processing
times begin once a completed application form and all required supporting documentation are received (see section C). Processing times do not include
mailing time. Visit Canada.ca/passport for more details.
It is recommended that you do not finalize travel plans until you receive the requested passport.
The Government of Canada, or any representative of the Government of Canada will not be liable for any loss incurred as a result of or arising out of the
passport not being delivered in time for you to travel on the date you have specified on the application form.

H CHILD'S PERSONAL INFORMATION

Surname and given name(s) requested to appear in passport
All former surname(s) that differ from the surname requested to appear in the passport, including the child's surname at birth, must be declared. These former
surnames will not appear in the passport.
All former surnames
All former surname(s) that differ from the surname requested to appear in the passport, including the child's surname at birth, must be declared. Please
separate your former surnames by a comma. These former surnames will not appear in the passport.
Place of birth
The child's place of birth must be provided on the application form. If you do not wish for the child's place of birth to appear in the passport, complete and
submit form PPTC 077, Request for a Canadian passport without place of birth, available online at Canada.ca/passport.
Date of birth
If the child's proof of citizenship does not show a complete date of birth, the specific year, month and day of the child's birth will be entered as shown on the
child's supporting identification. Provide original supporting identification showing that date of birth or copies signed and dated by your guarantor.
Sex
If the sex or gender identifier requested to appear in the passport does not match the submitted proof of Canadian citizenship or the child’s latest travel
document, complete and submit form PPTC 644, Request – sex or gender identifier – Child Under 16 Years of Age (PPTC 644), available online at
Canada.ca/passport.
Signature
Children under 16 years of age are not required to sign the
application form, however children aged 11 to 15 are
encouraged to sign section 1. No one other than the child
must sign in the signature box in section 1 or in the passport
issued to the child once it is received.

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I WHO MAY APPLY FOR A PASSPORT FOR A CHILD?
• One of the child's parents
• The child's custodial parent in cases of separation or divorce
• The child's legal guardian

J INFORMATION ON APPLICANT AND PROOF OF PARENTAGE

All parents, including all legal guardians are requested (and may be required) to participate in obtaining passport services for the child and to sign the
application form. The other parent(s) and legal guardian(s) may be contacted. If you do not know the current whereabouts of the other parent(s) or legal
guardian(s), contact the Passport Program (section F). If the child has more than two (2) parents or legal guardians, provide the required information for each
additional parent or legal guardian on a separate sheet of paper and sign and date it before you submit it with the application.
All former surnames
All former surname(s) that differ from the current surname, including the parent's surname at birth, must be declared.
Proof of parentage and proof of guardianship
You must provide one or more of the following acceptable proof of parentage documents demonstrating the relationship between the child and the
parent(s) and/or legal guardian(s), as the case may be:
• A detailed birth certificate showing the name(s) of the parent(s) from a Canadian province or territory (also serves as proof of
Canadian citizenship, see section L) or from a foreign country in which the child was born, indicating the full name of the parent(s) and the full name of
the child, the child's date and place of birth, the issuing authority from the country of birth or their government representative abroad, and the date of
registration or issue;
• An adoption order indicating the names of the child and adopting parent(s);
• Proof of guardianship indicating the names of child and the legal guardian(s).
Exception: An application submitted for a child will be accepted without proof of parentage only if:
• a Canadian travel document was previously issued to the child in their name; and
• the parents or legal guardians who participated in the previous application are the same ones participating in this current application.
Custody, separation or divorce
In processing a passport application for a child under 16 years of age, the Passport Program must be vigilant in ensuring that the legal rights of the parents or
legal guardian(s) with respect to the child are safeguarded and that the said child is protected from any foreseeable harm. As such, the Passport Program
must fulfill its legal obligations in delivering a passport in the name of each child, as is outlined in the Canadian Passport Order and the Hague Convention of
25 October 1980 on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction. These legal obligations may require the Passport Program to request access to all legal
documents naming the child in question and/or information regarding all parent(s) or legal guardian(s).
Relationship of the applicant parent with the other parent(s) and/or legal guardian(s)
Indicate your current relationship with the other parent: single (no relationship), common law, married, separated, divorced or widowed. Indicate the date of
marriage to the other parent, if applicable. Additional information or documentation may be requested.
Children in foster care or undergoing an adoption process in Canada
If the child is in foster care or undergoing an adoption process in Canada, you must also complete one (1) of the following forms: PPTC 463A, PPTC 463B or
PPTC 463C, Additional Information for children in foster care and children undergoing an adoption process in Canada, available online at
Canada.ca/passport.
Deceased parent(s) and/or legal guardian(s)
If any of the other parents or legal guardians are deceased, you must enclose a copy of the death certificate(s) with the application. When completing section 2
on the application form, you must provide as much information on the deceased parent(s) and/or legal guardians as possible.
Additional documentation (for example, marriage certificate, legal change of name certificate, etc) may be required to link the name(s) of parents or legal
guardian(s) from the proof of parentage document to the name(s) identified in section 2 of the application form or in other submitted documentation.

K PREVIOUS CANADIAN TRAVEL DOCUMENT

Enclose any Canadian travel document (passport, certificate of identity or refugee travel document) that is not expired and was issued to the child in their
current name or any other name. If the travel document will not expire for more than twelve (12) months from the date the application is submitted, provide a
written explanation as to why you are applying at this time. Should the Passport Program not be satisfied that you have an acceptable reason for applying
early, your application for the child's passport may be refused.

L PROOF OF CANADIAN CITIZENSHIP

Important: A Canadian provincial or territorial birth certificate does not constitute an acceptable proof of Canadian citizenship if, at the time of your child's birth
in Canada, one or both of the parents was or were employed in Canada by a foreign government or international agency and neither parent was a Canadian
citizen or permanent resident. See subsection 3(2) of the Citizenship Act for more information. You may also request a formal assessment by submitting an
application for a citizenship certificate to Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). For more details, visit the IRCC website at
Canada.ca/citizenship.
The original proof of Canadian citizenship you submit with the child's application will be returned to you. Additional information may be requested to confirm the
child's citizenship.
Canadian provincial or territorial certificate of birth
Only official birth documents issued by the vital statistics office in the child's province or territory of birth in Canada are accepted. Certain exceptions may
apply. Certain Canadian provinces and territories issue other documents that will also be accepted as proof of Canadian citizenship. Visit Canada.ca/passport
for more information.
Certificate of Canadian citizenship
Commemorative certificates of citizenship are not accepted as proof of citizenship. If you require a certificate of Canadian citizenship for the child, visit the
IRCC website at Canada.ca/citizenship.

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M DECLARATION OF GUARANTOR
A guarantor is a person other than the applicant who confirms the applicant's identity and has knowledge of the child. A guarantor can be the other parent or
legal guardian (not the applicant), a relative or someone living at your address, as long as they meet all the requirements listed below.
The guarantor must:
• be able to communicate in English or French;
• have known you (the applicant) personally for at least two (2) years. To know you personally to confirm aspects of your personal attributes.
• know you well enough to be confident that the statements you have made on the application form are true.
• be accessible to the Passport Program for verification; the Passport Program reserves the right to request a new guarantor.
The guarantor must perform the following two (2) tasks free of charge:
1. Complete and sign the section Declaration of Guarantor (section 6). Ensure you have completed and signed both pages of the application before
submitting it to your guarantor.
2. Write "I certify this to be a true likeness of (child's name)" on the back of one (1) of the child's photos and sign it.
The guarantor can be either a Canadian passport holder (see section M-A below) or a member of an eligible occupation (see section M-B below).
Section M-A: Canadian passport holder
The guarantor must:
• be a Canadian citizen, 18 years of age or over;
• hold a 5-year or a 10-year Canadian passport that is valid or has expired within twelve (12) months of the date the Passport Program receives this
application;
• have been 16 years of age or over when the application was submitted for the passport identified in section 6 on this application form; and
• provide the requested information contained in the passport issued in their name by completing by hand the declaration of guarantor section of the
application form.
A Canadian passport holder guarantor does not need to reside in the same country as the applicant.
OR
Section M-B: Occupation
The guarantor must:
• currently work and/or reside within the area of accreditation served by the Government of Canada office abroad where the application is submitted;
and
• be currently registered/licensed with the appropriate local authority to practice one (1) of the following professions:
• Dentist • Lawyer or notary • Police officer
• Medical doctor • Notary public • Judge
• Dean or head of university or college • Pharmacist • Veterinarian
• Signing officer of a bank or trust company, or of a financial institution that offers a full range of banking services (cash withdrawals, deposits, savings)
The above list is not a recognition or endorsement by the Passport Program of professional status or superior qualifications.
A guarantor from the eligible list of occupations does not need to be a Canadian citizen.
Important: The applicant cannot help the guarantor in performing their duties. If the guarantor needs help they can contact the Passport Program (see
section F).
If you have not known an eligible guarantor for at least two (2) years, complete form PPTC 132, Statutory Declaration in Lieu of Guarantor, available at any
Government of Canada office that provides passport services. The form must be completed at your expense before a person who is authorized by law to
administer an oath or solemn affirmation. This may delay the processing time of the passport requested.

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N PRIVACY NOTICE STATEMENT
Personal information provided on this form is collected by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) under the authority of the Canadian
Passport Order. The personal information provided will be used for the purpose of processing applications, determining entitlement to passport services and
administering passport services. In the same context, the guarantor’s personal information is subject to verification and security queries to determine whether
the individual meets the guarantor requirements. The personal information provided may be disclosed to other federal government institutions, provincial/
territorial governments, foreign governments, investigative bodies and/or law enforcement for the purpose of validating identity, determining current and
ongoing entitlement to passport services and administering or enforcing any law or carrying out a lawful investigation.
Personal information may also be used for purposes including research, statistics, quality assurance, program and policy evaluation, internal audit,
compliance, risk management, strategy development and reporting. Failure to complete the form in full may result in a delay or the application not being
processed. The Privacy Act gives individuals the right of access to, protection, and correction of their personal information. If you are not satisfied with the
manner in which IRCC handles your personal information, you may exercise your right to file a complaint to the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.
The collection, use, disclosure and retention of your personal information is further described in IRCC’s Personal Information Bank – IRCC PPU 081 and IRCC
PPU 082.

O CANADIAN PASSPORT PHOTO INSTRUCTIONS

You must submit two (2) identical and unaltered photo prints with each passport application. Electronic photos are not acceptable.
More information is available at Canada.ca/passport.
The photos must:
• be taken in person by a commercial photographer; Photo Co. Ltd.
• be professionally printed on plain, high quality photographic paper (photos printed 111 Any Street
Any Town, COUNTRY
at home are not acceptable);

Maximum Face Height

36 mm (1 7/16 in.)
Minimum Face Height
• be clear, sharp and in focus; in colour or black and white; Photo taken

Frame Height 70 mm (2 3/4 in.)

31 mm (1 1/4 in.)
Date
• show a neutral facial expression (no smiling, mouth closed) and looking straight
at the camera, with eyes open and clearly visible;
I certify this to be a
• have uniform lighting—no shadows, glare or flash reflections; true likeness of

• show a full front view of the face and top of the shoulders squared to the camera (child's name)

(face and shoulders centered in the photo, head not tilted or turned);
• reflect natural skin tone and be taken against a plain white or light coloured
background with enough contrast between the background, facial features and
clothing, so that your features appear clearly against the background; Guarantor's Signature

• be originals that have not been altered in any way and not taken from an
• existing photo;
Frame Width 50 mm (2 in.)
• be taken within the last six (6) months from the date the application is submitted
and reflect the current appearance of the child.
Not actual size (refer to measurements above)

The following must appear on the back of one photo

• The name and complete address of the photo studio (not a P.O. Box) and the date the photo was taken. The photographer may use a stamp or handwrite
this information (stick-on labels are not acceptable).
• The guarantor's signature. Note: If you are using the PPTC 132, Statutory Declaration in Lieu of Guarantor (see section M), the signing official must also
sign the back of the photo.
• The statement "I certify this to be a true likeness of (name of child, written by guarantor)".

Additional information
• Prescription glasses may be worn in photos as long as there is no glare and the eyes are clearly visible.
• The red-eye effect, tinted glasses and sunglasses make the photos unacceptable.
• Hats and head coverings must not be worn, except for religious beliefs or medical reasons. The head covering and hair must not cast shadows on the face
and the full face must be clearly visible.
• The photo must show the child's head and shoulders only. The parent's or child's hands must not appear in the photo.
• The Passport Program, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada recognizes that it is difficult to obtain a neutral expression from
a newborn and will be tolerant in this respect.
• For newborn babies, the photo may be taken while the child is sitting in a car seat, as long as a white blanket is placed over the seat
behind the child's head. There must be no shadows on the face or shoulders, around the ears or in the background.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION CONCERNING CHILDREN TRAVELLING ABROAD
For more information, visit international.gc.ca and travel.gc.ca/child.

P TRAVELLING WITH CHILDREN OR CHILDREN TRAVELLING ALONE

Immigration authorities in most countries are increasingly vigilant when children cross international borders. Whether travelling alone or
accompanied by an adult, each child travelling abroad must have an individual valid passport and may also require supporting documentation.
Prior to any travel, you should contact the embassy or consulate of all countries the child will be visiting to inquire about entry requirements.

Q DOCUMENTATION TO FACILITATE TRAVEL ABROAD

The following documents may be requested to support the entry of a child to another country:
• Birth certificate showing the names of both parents.
• Documents pertaining to custody.
• A letter of consent authorizing the child to travel alone, with only one parent or with someone other than the custodian or guardian, as the case
may be. The child should have a letter from every person or organization with custodial rights, guardianship rights or, in Quebec only, parental
authority. Global Affairs Canada recommends that the letter be certified, stamped or sealed by an official with the authority to administer an oath
or solemn declaration.
• If one of the parents is deceased, the death certificate.

R DOCUMENTATION AND TIPS TO FACILTATE THE RETURN TO CANADA

The following tips may help to avoid delays when a child is returning to Canada:
• Make sure you carry proper identification for yourself and any children travelling with you to help confirm your legal right or authorization to enter
Canada upon your return.
• If you have custody of the child, carry copies of documents that specify your custody rights.
• If you are not the legal guardian of the child, carry a letter of permission or authorization giving you custody when entering Canada. When one
parent is travelling with a child, a letter from the other parent can also facilitate the return of both the parent and the child. The letter should also
contain telephone numbers at which the parents or legal guardians can be contacted.

• If you are travelling with a group, make sure you are in the same vehicle as the child you are accompanying when arriving at a border crossing.

• Have the child memorize a telephone number to call in case of emergency.

S CUSTODY INFORMATION
Custody arrangements in Canada may not be recognized in another country. In extreme cases, the child may not be able to leave the country visited. Before
leaving on a trip, you are advised to check with the embassy or consulate of the country or countries the child will be visiting to determine the documentation
relating to custody of the child that may be requested.

For further information, contact:

Global Affairs Canada:

Outside Canada: 1-613-944-6788

• If a custody dispute could possibly arise while travelling with the child, you should talk to a lawyer prior to your departure. We suggest that you also read the
publication International Child Abduction: A Guidebook for Left-Behind Parents.

You may order a copy online or access an online version at:

Website: travel.gc.ca

For a free copy, call:

Phone number: 1-613-944-4000

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