PPTC 155 E - Child Passport Application Canada Form

What Is Child General Passport Application Passport Canada?

The PPTC 155 E, also known as Child General Passport Application for Canadians under 16 years of age, is a form that helps parents or legal guardians to apply for a passport on behalf of kids. This application form is utilized when the child is applying for the first time or renewing an expired or about-to-expire passport. The application form requires providing details about the child, parents or legal guardians, and the child's citizenship status. This critical document can be easily accessed and filled directly from the PDFliner website.

Benefits of using the passport Canada application child form on PDFliner

The child application for passport in Canada on PDFliner simplifies the process considerably. With this form, parents or guardians can apply for their children's passports without having to visit an application center. Moreover, the form on PDFliner hosts a range of substantial benefits including:

• Anytime, anywhere access
• Simplified document filling feature
• Safe and secure platform for personal information
• User-friendly and easily navigable interface
• Printer-friendly format for those who prefer physical copies of forms

How to Fill Out Passport Child Application Canada

Here's a detailed guide on how to fill out the PPTC 155 E - Child Passport Application Canada Form on the PDFliner website:

1. Begin by entering the child’s personal information. Type or print the surname (last name) the child will use in the passport. Follow this with the child's given name(s), and include all former surnames (e.g., surname at birth) which will not appear in the passport.
2. Specify the place of birth of the child, including the city and country, and the province, territory, or state if applicable. Also, note the date of birth in the format YYYY-MM-DD, select the sex of the child, and specify the natural eye color and height either in centimeters or inches.
3. Fill in the current home address, including street number, street name, apartment number if applicable, city, province/territory/state, and postal/ZIP code.
4. If the mailing address differs from the current home address, provide those details as well.
5. Complete the anticipated date of travel section only if known, otherwise, mark it as unknown. This information helps to prioritize the processing of the passport application.
6. If the child is 11 to 15 years old, they are encouraged to sign the application in the designated signature box in section 1. Ensure the signature remains within the border of the box.
7. In section 2, provide information about the applicant parent or legal guardian. Start by filling in the current surname and given names. Also, provide all former surname(s) if different from the current.
8. Fill in the details of birth including date, country of birth, and the current home address similar to section 1.
9. Declare your relationship to the child, and if you are the sole guardian, provide appropriate legal documents such as court orders or legal proceedings that refer to custody or guardianship, if applicable.
10. Answer questions regarding the child’s current situation, like being the subject of an adoption process or if under the care of a family services organization. Provide all supporting documents if the answer is yes.
11. Fill in the section regarding proof of Canadian citizenship. You need to provide one of the acceptable documents listed which may include a Canadian provincial or territorial birth certificate or a Certificate of Canadian citizenship, ensuring all details are accurate as per the supporting document.
12. The declaration section must be filled out by the applicant parent or legal guardian, affirming the accuracy of all information provided in the application and the authenticity of documents attached.
13. For the guarantor’s information, if you have known a Canadian passport holder who meets the guarantor criteria for at least two years, have them fill their part and certify one of the child's passport photos. If no guarantor is available, complete form PPTC 132 as directed in the application form.
14. Lastly, fill out the emergency contact information, if desired. This includes the surname, given name(s), relationship to the child, contact telephone numbers, email address, and home address.