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Cover of a Canadian passport
Inside of a Canadian passport
'Canadian passports' are issued to citizens of Canada for the purpose of international travel. Besides serving as proof of Canadian citizenship, they facilitate the process of securing assistance from Canadian consular officials abroad, if needed. In legal theory all passports are issued by the Canadian Monarch, but in practice responsibility for their issuance lies with Passport Canada, a Special Operating Agency of the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, though each passport does note that it is issued in the Queen's name (see Passport note), and all issued passports remain property of the Queen.[1] For citizens abroad, passport applications are forwarded back to a passport centre by the local embassies, high commissions or consulates. Canadian passports are valid for five years for adults and children over the age of three, and three years for children under the age of three. They are not renewable; one must apply for a new passport after their original has expired.
The Governor General of Canada is issued a Canadian passport, unlike the Queen of Canada, who, as Canadian passports are issued in her name, does not have nor require a passport for travel.[2]
History
The first Canadian passports were issued in 1862 following the outbreak of the American Civil War when the United States demanded more secure identification from Canadians wishing to cross the border. They took the form of a "Letter of Request" from the Governor General.
In 1915 Canadian passports were first issued in the British format, a ten section single sheet folder.
The Canadian passport was first issued in its modern booklet form in 1921. At the time Canadians were British subjects and Canada shared a common nationality code with the United Kingdom (see History of British nationality law). Canadian passports were issued to British subjects resident in or connected with Canada.
The Canadian Citizenship Act, passed in 1946 and enacted on January 1, 1947, created the status of Canadian citizen. As of July 1948, Canadian passports were issued to Canadian citizens only.[3]
Machine-readable passports were first issued in 1985, in accordance with ICAO standards.
Physical appearance
Canadian passports are deep navy blue, with the Royal Arms of Canada emblazoned in the centre of the front cover. The word "PASSPORT•PASSEPORT" (the latter being the French spelling) is inscribed below the coat of arms, and "CANADA" above. The standard passport contains 24 pages, but it can be issued in a 48 page format upon request for an additional fee.
New security features similar to those on banknotes have been added with increasing frequency since 2001. Microprinting, holographic images, UV-visible imaging, watermarks and other details have been implemented, particularly on the photo page. As well, the photo is now digitally printed directly on the paper (in both standard and UV-reactive ink); previously, the actual photo had been laminated inside the document.
Identity Information Page
Identity portion of a Canadian Passport
★ Photo of Passport Holder
★ Type (P)
★ Issuing Country (CAN)
★ Passport No.
★ Surname
★ Given Names
★ Nationality
★ Date of Birth
★ Sex
★ Place of Birth
★ Date of Issue
★ Issuing Authority
★ Date of Expiry
★ Signature of the Passport Holder
The information page ends with the Machine Readable Zone.
Passport Note
The passports contain a note from the issuing state that is addressed to the authorities of all other states, identifying the bearer as a citizen of that state and requesting that they be allowed to pass and be treated according to international norms.
The textual portions of Canadian passports is printed in both English and French, the official languages of Canada. The note inside of Canadian passports states:
★ In English:
::''The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada requests, in the name of Her Majesty the Queen, all those whom it may concern to allow the bearer to pass freely without let or hindrance and to afford the bearer such assistance and protection as may be necessary.''
★ In French:
::''Le ministre des Affaires étrangères du Canada, au nom de sa Majesté la Reine, prie les autorités intéressées de bien vouloir accorder libre passage au titulaire de ce passeport, de méme que l'aide et la protection dont il aurait besoin.''
On the inside of the back cover of recently issued passports in 2007, a logo is printed for the federal department of "Foreign Affairs Canada." This appears to be a clear printing error as there has never been a "Department of Foreign Affairs" in Canada--the Department of ''External'' Affairs was continued under the legal name "Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade" in 1995. Legislation was introduced in the 38th Parliament to legally separate DFAIT into two separate departments, but the legislation was defeated. However, the Federal Identity Program allowed the departments to identify themselves by separate names. When the legislation was defeated, the Treasury Board revoked the authority.
When prompted for comment, Passport Canada stated that "According to the Federal Identity Program of the Treasury Board Secretariat, the applied title for the Department is as follows:
Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade / Ministère des Affaires étrangères et du Commerce international - Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada / Affaires étrangères et Commerce international Canada
However, Passport Canada has been permitted to keep using the previous name of the Department until the printed passport covers stock is exhausted."
Languages
The textual portions of Canadian passports is printed in both English and French.
Types of passports
Before 1947, there were two types of passports; those issued to British-born citizens and those issued to naturalized citizens.
Today, there are six types of Canadian passports:
★ 'Regular Passport (navy cover)': These are issued to citizens for occasional travel, such as vacations and business trips (24 pages). The maximum validity period varies with the age of the passport holder
★
★ Adults (16 years of age or over): 5 years
★
★ Children (3 to 15 years of age): 5 years
★
★ Children (Under 3 years of age): 3 years
★ 'Frequent Traveller Passport (navy cover)': These are issued to frequent travellers, such as business people (48 pages). These cost slightly more than a regular passport; $5 more for adults, $2 for children. The validity period for this passport is the same as for the regular passport.
★ 'Diplomatic Passport (maroon cover)': These are issued to Canadian diplomats, top ranking government officials, diplomatic couriers, and private citizens nominated as official delegates.
★ 'Special Passport (green cover)': These are issued to people representing the Canadian government on official business.
★ 'Emergency Passport (1 page)': Emergency passports are one-use documents issued to Canadians for direct return to Canada or to another Canadian mission where full passport services may be obtained.
★ 'Temporary Passport (white cover)': These are issued on behalf of Passport Canada to Canadians with an urgent and proven need for an interim passport.
New Rules for Renewals and Guarantors in 2007
Passport Canada introduced two new rules regarding renewals of Canadian Passports and eligibility of guarantors.
Effective August 15, 2007, Canadians who:
★ reside in Canada when they apply,
★ resided in Canada in their previous application,
★ were at least 16 years old in their previous application, and
★ are in possession of a Canadian passport valid for five years, issued after January 31, 2002, not damaged or reported lost or stolen, and issued under their current name
may renew the Canadian passport using a shorter application form, two new photos, application fee and the last passport.
Effective October 1, 2007, the rule for the eligibility of guarantors have been relaxed. The new rule allows Canadians who:
★ currently hold five-year Canadian Passport which is currently valid or expired for no more than one year
★ known the applicant for more than two years
★ 18 years old or over, and must have been 16 or older when they applied for their own passport
may act as guarantors for first time passport applicants.
Fees
| Year(s) | Document | Adult (16 and over) | Children (3 to 15) | Children (under 3) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 - 2007 | 24-page passport | $87 | $37 | $22 |
| 48-page passport | $92 | $39 | $24 |
Refusal of Passport
Unlike other Commonwealth Realms Canadian passports are issued under the authority of an Order in Council and not an Act of Parliament. Accordingly, the issuance or refusal of a Canadian passport is a matter of royal prerogative. Under ''Canadian Passport Order'', Passport Canada can refuse passport on certain grounds but not national security unlike Australia or New Zealand.
If the Minister of Foreign Affairs sees fit, he/she can request the Governor General to invoke their royal prerogative to refuse a passport. One notable case is Abdurahman Khadr.
Visa-free access for Canadian passport
According to a study done by Henley & Partners, Canada has a Henley Visa Restrictions Index of 125, which means that Canadian citizens enjoy visa-free access to 125 countries and territories. Canada is ranked 6th in the study in terms of international travel freedom together with Luxembourg, Austria and New Zealand. [1]
It is estimated that 185 countries and territories granted visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to ordinary Canadian passport holders. 146 (visa on arrival for free counted) countries and territories are visa-free accessible. Visa prior to arrival or pre-arrangement required for countries or territories not mentioned below. [2]
Africa
| Countries and Territories | Conditions of access |
|---|---|
| Botswana | [3] |
| British Indian Ocean Territory | |
| Comoros | visa issued upon arrival [4] |
| Djibouti | visa issued upon arrival for DJF3,000 (10 days), DJF5,000 (1 month) [5] |
| Egypt | 30-day visa issued upon arrival for US$15 [6][7] |
| Ethiopia | 3-month visa issued upon arrival for US$40 [8][9] |
| Gambia | visa issued upon arrival [10] |
| Kenya | 3-month visa issued upon arrival for US$50 [11][12] |
| Lesotho | [13][14] |
| Liberia | 15-day visa issued upon arrival provided telex confirmation made by airlines [15] |
| Madagascar | 90-day visa issued upon arrival for MGA28,000 [16] |
| Malawi | [17] |
| Mauritius | [18][19] |
| Mayotte | [20] |
| Morocco | [21][22] |
| Mozambique | 30-day visa issued upon arrival for US$25 [23] |
| Namibia | [24] |
| Réunion | [25] |
| Rwanda | [26] |
| Saint Helena | |
| São Tomé and Príncipe | 1-month visa issued upon arrival for US$50 [27] |
| Senegal | [28] |
| Seychelles | [29] |
| South Africa | [30] |
| Swaziland | [31] |
| Tanzania | visa issued upon arrival for US$50 [32][33] |
| Togo | 1-month visa issued upon arrival for XOF10,000 ~ XOF35,000 [34] |
| Tunisia | [35] |
| Uganda | 6-month visa issued upon arrival for US$50 [36][37] |
| Zambia | visa issued upon arrival for US$25 (single), US$80 (multiple) [38][39] |
| Zimbabwe | 3-month visa issued upon arrival for US$30 ~ 55 [40] |
Americas
Asia
| Countries and Territories | Conditions of access |
|---|---|
| Armenia | 21-day visa issued upon arrival for US$30 [109] |
| Azerbaijan | 30-day visa issued upon arrival for US$100 [110] |
| Bahrain | 14-day visa issued upon arrival for BHD5 [111][112] |
| Bangladesh | 15-day visa issued upon arrival for US$50 [113][114] |
| Brunei Darussalam | [115] |
| Cambodia | 30-day visa issued upon arrival for US$20 (tourist), US$25 (business) [116] |
| Republic of China (Taiwan) | [117] |
| Georgia | [118] |
| Hong Kong | [119] |
| Indonesia | 30-day visa issued upon arrival [120] |
| Iraq | [121] |
| Israel | [122] |
| Japan | [123] |
| Jordan | visa issued upon arrival for JOD10 [124][125] |
| South Korea | [126] |
| Kuwait | 3-month visa issued upon arrival for KWD5 [127][128] |
| Kyrgyzstan | 1-month visa issued upon arrival for US$36 ~ 70 (business),US$35 (single tourist),US$55 (multiple tourist) [129][130] |
| Laos | 15-day visa issued upon arrival for US$30 [131] |
| Lebanon | [132][133] |
| Macau | [134] |
| Malaysia | [135] |
| Maldives | [136] |
| Nepal | 60-day visa issued upon arrival for US$30 [137] |
| Oman | 1-month visa issued upon arrival for OMR6 [138] |
| Philippines | [139] |
| Qatar | 21-day visa issued upon arrival for QAR55 [140][141] |
| Singapore | [142] |
| Sri Lanka | [143] |
| Thailand | [144] |
| Timor-Leste | 30-day visa issued upon arrival for US$30 [145] |
| Turkey | 3-month visa issued upon arrival for US$45, €60 [146] |
| United Arab Emirates | [147] |
| Yemen | 1-month visa issued upon arrival for YER10,500 [148] |
Europe
Oceania
| Countries and Territories | Conditions of access |
|---|---|
| American Samoa | [227] |
| British Antarctic Territory | |
| Cook Islands | [228] |
| Fiji | [229] |
| Guam | [230] |
| Marshall Islands | [231] |
| Federated States of Micronesia | [232][233] |
| New Caledonia | [234] |
| New Zealand | [235] |
| Niue | [236] |
| Northern Mariana Islands | [237] |
| Palau | 30-day visa issued upon arrival for US$50 [238][239] |
| Papua New Guinea | 60-day visa issued upon arrival for PGK100 (tourist), PGK500 (business) [240] |
| Pitcairn Islands | |
| French Polynesia | [241] |
| Samoa | [242] |
| Solomon Islands | 3-month visitor permit issued upon arrival [243] |
| [244] | |
| Tokelau | [245] |
| Tonga | [246] |
| Tuvalu | [247] |
| Vanuatu | [248][249] |
| Wallis and Futuna | [250] |
| Australia | [251] |
| Norfolk Island | [252] |
See also
★ Passport Canada
★ Passport
★ Canadian nationality law
References
1. Canadian Passport Order; Registration SI/2006-95; June 28, 2006; ''Canada Gazette''; Part II, Vol. 140, No. 13
2. The Monarchy Today: Queen and Passport
3. Details
External links
★ Official site
★ History of Canadian Passports
★ Simplified Passport Renewal Program
★ New Passport Guarantors Policy
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