How much does a Canadian passport cost and how long does it take in 2026?
Adult: $120 CAD for 5 years, $160 for 10 years. Child (under 16): $57 for 5 years (only option). In-person processing: 10 business days standard, 2 days urgent (+$50), same/next day express (+$110). By mail: 20 business days. Replacement of lost/damaged passport: +$45. Apply at least 3 months before travel.
Last updated: May 13, 2026 · Source: Service Canada passport program 2026 fees and processing times, IRCC
Canada Passport Cost + Processing Time Calculator (2026)
Total cost and expected pickup date for a new or renewed Canadian passport.
How Much Does a Canadian Passport Cost in 2026?
Fees, processing times, and where to apply for a new or renewed Canadian passport.
Adult passport fees (16+)
- 5-year passport: $120 CAD
- 10-year passport: $160 CAD
- Replacement of damaged or lost passport: $45 surcharge + the regular fee
Child passport fees (under 16)
- 5-year passport: $57 CAD (only 5-year option exists for minors)
Processing times in 2026
- In-person at a Service Canada passport office: 10 business days (regular), or pickup in 2 business days for an extra $50 urgent fee. Same-day pickup for $110 express fee.
- By mail or at a non-passport Service Canada office: 20 business days from receipt.
- From outside Canada (through embassy/consulate): up to 20 business days plus mailing time.
Renewing vs new application
You qualify for the simplified renewal (no guarantor needed) if your last passport was issued when you were 16+, less than 15 years old, and not damaged, lost, or stolen. Otherwise you must submit a full general adult application (PPTC 153) with a guarantor and original identity documents.
Documents you ll need
- Proof of citizenship (birth certificate, citizenship card, or previous passport)
- Two identical photos (50mm × 70mm) taken in the last 6 months
- Two references (not family) who have known you 2+ years
- One guarantor — typically only for first-time applicants or non-renewers
Tips to avoid delays
- Apply at least 3 months before travel.
- Renew via the simplified form if eligible — half the paperwork.
- Bring exact-fee debit, not credit, at passport offices (faster checkout).
Reviewed by: Montreal Tips editorial team · Last updated: May 13, 2026
Sources: Service Canada passport program 2026 fees and processing times, IRCC. Estimates are educational only — verify against official sources before acting.