Canada begins new “30 days or free” guarantee for passport processing

What Changed
– The Government of Canada has introduced a “30 days or free” guarantee for passport processing, where applicants will receive a full refund of their passport fee if processing exceeds 30 business days.

Who is affected
– This change affects all applicants for Canadian passports and travel documents.

Key dates
– The new guarantee is effective from April 1, 2026.

Required actions
– Applicants must ensure to submit a complete application with all required documents and fees to qualify for the processing guarantee.