Depending on your current situation, certain documents may be required. Please see below for a number of scenarios and the supporting documents needed.
1) If you possess a certificate of registration of birth abroad (RBA), a Canadian citizenship card, or are applying for a replacement certificate, the documents you must attach to your application are :
- All original, or certified photocopies of citizenship certificate(s) and any pink transmission copies
- Two forms of personal identification
- Any other documents, which can include a marriage document, divorce decree, or a birth certificate
2) If you were a British subject living in Canada for 20 years prior to 1947, you must attach :
- a birth certificate from the country you were originally born in
- Two forms of personal identification
- If you are a woman married before 1947, you must specify your spouse’s nationality at the time of marriage
- Any other documents, which can include a marriage document, divorce decree, or a birth certificate
3) If you were born in Canada, but do not have a Canadian citizenship card, you must attach:
- A birth certificate supplied from the province or territory
- Two forms of personal identification
- Any other documents, which can include a marriage document, divorce decree, or a birth certificate
4) If you were a British subject who is living as a permanent resident of Canada for at least 5 years, but less than 20 years, before 1947, you must attach :
- a birth certificate from the country you were originally born in
- a document of admission into Canada as a permanent resident (this can include your British passport or immigration document if it includes an original admission or entry stamp)
- Two forms of personal identification
- If you are a woman married before 1947, you must specify your spouse’s nationality at the time of marriage
- Any other documents, which can include a marriage document, divorce decree, or a birth certificate
5) If you were born to a parent who holds citizenship in Canada, but was not born in Canada before January 1, 1947, you must include :
- A birth certificate which holds a record of your parents names (this must be issued by the country of birth)
- Valid proof of the citizenship of your natural father (or mother, if they were not married at the time of your birth) at the time of your birth
- The marriage certificate of your parents
- Two forms of personal identification
- Any other documents, which can include a marriage document, divorce decree, or a birth certificate
6) If you are a woman whose spouse was Canadian, and entered as a permanent resident of Canada before 1947, you must include :
- a birth certificate from the country you were originally born in
- the marriage certificate between you and your spouse
- valid proof that your spouse was a Canadian citizen at the time of your marriage
- a document of admission into Canada as a permanent resident (this can include your British passport or immigration document if it includes an original admission or entry stamp)
- Two forms of personal identification
- Any other documents, which can include a marriage document, divorce decree, or a birth certificate
7) If you were born to a parent who holds citizenship in Canada, but you were not born in Canada on/or after February 15, 1977, you must include :
- A birth certificate which holds a record of your parents names (this must be issued by the country of birth)
- Valid evidence that one of your parents held Canadian citizenship status at the time of your birth (this can include a citizenship certificate/card, or a birth certificate issued by the Canadian province or territory)
- Two forms of personal identification
- Any other documents, which can include a marriage document, divorce decree, or a birth certificate
8) If you are a Canadian-born or British subject woman, whose British subject status upon or during marriage prior to 1947 was revoked, you must include :
- a birth certificate from the country you were originally born in
- the marriage certificate between you and your spouse
- valid proof of your spouse’s nationality at the time of your marriage or your spouse’s birth certificate issued by another country
- Two forms of personal identification
- Any other documents, which can include a marriage document, divorce decree, or a birth certificate
How Do I Fill Out My Canadian Citizenship Card Application?
In order for your Canadian citizenship card application to be processed quickly, please answer all the questions in the spaces provided on your application. Should you require additional space, please attach a sheet of paper citing the corresponding question you are answering. If a question or section is not applicable to your situation, please respond with “N/A”. Also, any information included in the Canadian citizenship card application which is incorrect or false, you may be charged with a criminal offence which can lead to prosecution in a court of law.
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What Can Be Used as Personal Identification?
Pieces of identification can be used to validate the person applying for a citizenship certificate /and or Canadian citizenship card. Forms of personal identification can include, but are not limited to, a valid driver’s license, health insurance card, or even a passport with accompanying information and photo.
Do I have to send the original document with my citizenship application?
Original documents may not be returned to you if send it attached to your application. For that reason, you should send a clear and certified photocopy of the document.
What if my documents are not in English?
If the documents you are sending with your application are not in English, you must provide a translation and an official declaration from the person who translated the document. Translations provided by family members are not sufficient.
What kind of Photograph do I need to send?
Two photos of the applicant, taken within the last 12 months, must also be provided with the citizenship certificate application. Applicants can use the form CIT 0021 to show to the photographer to ensure that the correct size of photo is issued. Also make sure that the photo is dated and identified by the photographer. Additionally, please be advised not to wear a head covering in the photo, unless you wear them for your religion.
Please remember to sign your photographs before you mail them with your citizenship card application. All applicants 14 years of age and over must sign within the white signature strip below each photo in blue or black ink. The signature must fit entirely within the white signature strip at the bottom of the photographs. Photographs will be returned if signature extends outside the white strip! Children aged 13 or under must leave the signature strip blank, however the parents of the child must print the child’s name on the back.
Please do not attach the photos to the citizenship certificate application in any way, rather place the photos in a small envelope with the application separately.
Why Can’t I Use Certain Certificates from Quebec as proof of Canadian Citizenship?
Government of Quebec issued certificates (baptismal, birth, and marriage) prior to January 1, 1994 are no longer valid proof for Canadian citizenship. This rule applies to any applications for a replacement of Canadian citizenship certificates or cards, as well as applications for a Canadian citizenship. New documentation from the Government of Quebec will be required for yourself, and applicable family members (spouse and/or children) to certify your citizenship.
What if I Send More Than One Application?
If you are sending multiple Canadian citizenship card applications at the same time, please only send one receipt with the payment for all applications you wish to submit. In order for these applications to be processed together, please mail the receipt and applications together in one envelope.
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