How does the urgent processing service work at Canadian passport offices?
My girlfriend is in need of urgent (24-hr) processing for her passport application, so we'll be needing to make a trip to the Mississauga passport office. I've been trying to find information on how early we'll need to arrive, so I can know when to schedule flight times most effectively. However, there's no real solid information on this.
My questions on the issue are:
- What are the specific situations which allow for urgent processing?
- What time do offices stop accepting applicants in line for processing (cut-off time)?
- Is this cut-off time the same for urgent processing applicants?
If anyone has a somewhat authoritative answer to these questions, it would be very helpful.
Best Answer
I can agree on the approach stated above. I needed to renew my passport in less than 12hours (my plane was leaving the next day in the morning and my passport did not qualify for the 6 month rule of Nicaragua). I arrived at the passport office before it opened (7am i think) and there was already a line and brought proof of my urgency (plane ticket) with all my documents with me. The most important part are the witness. I brought one witness with me and the other one was waiting by the phone. The witnesses are the only aspect that can delay the process, if you can get witnesses to pick up the phone directly or even to bring them with you, this will ensure a fast process.My passport was ready 5 hours later, printed and ready for pick up.
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How fast can you rush a Canadian passport?
If you need a passport in less than 10 business days, we offer urgent and express passport services at certain locations in Canada. To request these services, you must apply in person.How long does Canadian passport processing take?
For a passport application submitted: in person at passport site (Service Canada Centre \u2013 Passport Service): It may take up to 2 weeks, plus mailing time. in person at a Service Canada Centre or by mail: It may take up to 9 weeks, plus mailing time.How do I get my passport urgently in Canada?
When do you need a passport?Can you speed up the process of getting a passport?
Fill out your DS-82 application and collect your documents. Be sure to include the $60 expedite fee in addition to the normal application fee. See Passport Fees for more information. Clearly mark "EXPEDITE" on the outside of the envelope.Apply for a adult Canadian passport in Canada – Step by step guide
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