What happens if I lose my passport while I am traveling?

If your passport is lost or stolen while you are on your trip, you should contact the nearest Canadian mission, such as an embassy, High Commission, Consulate or Trade Mission immediately as well as the local police.

Before the document can be replaced the Canadian authorities will investigate the circumstances surrounding the loss. You must

• complete another application form,
• provide a copy of the police report,
• show some proof of Canadian citizenship, such as your birth certificate,
• have another photograph taken, and
• pay another application fee

before another passport can be issued for you.

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