Statutory Declaration in Lieu of Guarantor for Non-Canadians (Form PPTC 326)
Are you applying for Canadian travel documents as a non-Canadian and do not know or have someone to sign as Guarantor? You will need to notarize Passport Canada’s form PPTC 326.
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Statutory Declaration in Lieu of Guarantor for Non-Canadians (Form PPTC 326)
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Frequently asked questions
Why do I need Form PPTC 326?
If you do not know an eligible Guarantor (read our blog post about Guarantors), you must sign and have notarized the Statutory Declaration in Lieu of Guarantor.
If you’re not eligible for a Canadian Passport, you’ll need the Statutory Declaration in Lieu of Guarantor form (Form PPTC 326). This form is not included in the standard passport application and must be obtained from the passport office directly or for free from our Document Center.
A Statutory Declaration in Lieu of Guarantor is where the individual applying for the passport will swear or declare before, and have signed by, a person authorized by law to administer an oath or solemn affirmation that the information in their application is true.
A notary public or commissioner for taking affidavits may administer the Statutory Declaration in Lieu of Guarantor, certify the applicant’s photo and certify any supporting documentation. The notary public or commissioner for taking affidavits administering the Statutory Declaration in Lieu of Guarantor is not required to know the applicant.
If you are making a Statutory Declaration in Lieu of Guarantor, you must still comply with all other requirements when applying for a Passport. This includes the requirement to have your photo’s certified and provide documents that support your identity. The individual administering the Statutory Declaration in Lieu of Guarantor will also certify your photos and, if applicable, certify your supporting documentation.