Canadian Passport Fees Went Up on March 31, 2026 — Here Are the New Costs and How to Apply
Source: CIC News · March 31, 2026
Key Facts
- New Canadian passport fee schedule came into effect March 31, 2026 — fees increased across adult and child passport categories
- An adult 10-year passport now costs more than under the previous fee structure — budget accordingly before applying
- New Canadians (recently naturalized) can apply for their first Canadian passport immediately after receiving their citizenship certificate
- Passport applications can be submitted in person at a Service Canada location or by mail — processing times vary
- Urgent and emergency passport services are available for an additional fee if you have imminent travel
What This Means For You
If you recently became a Canadian citizen: Apply for your passport as soon as you receive your citizenship certificate — do not wait. Having a Canadian passport gives you visa-free access to 185+ countries and is the most powerful travel document you can hold. Budget for the new 2026 fee and allow 3–6 weeks for standard processing.
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