Can an aunt or uncle be a reference for a Canadian passport?

#PassportTip – Your aunt, uncle or cousin may be a reference for your passport application as long as they meet the requirements.

Do Canadian passport references have to be Canadian?

The references do not have to be Canadian citizens.

Who is considered a foreign national in Canada?

Under Section 2 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection of Canada (IRPA), “foreign national means a person who is not a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident, and includes a stateless person.”

What is a VWP country?

The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) is a program of the United States federal government that allows nationals of specific countries to travel to the U.S. for tourism, business, or while in transit for up to 90 days without having to obtain a visa.

Can a friend be a reference for passport?

You can use anybody as a reference. For one of my references, I used a friend in the US. As long as you have know the person for a long time. You’re advised to use someone in the same country but it’s not required.

Can family members be references in passport?

You need a guarantor for your travel document application. As long as they meet these requirements, your guarantor can be anyone, including a family member or member of your household. You don’t need a guarantor if you’re renewing your passport.

Can a family member be a guarantor?

A guarantor can be a family member or someone else you know.

Are dual citizens considered foreign nationals?

The concept of dual nationality means that a person is a national of two countries at the same time. Intent may be shown by the person’s statements and conduct. Dual nationals owe allegiance to both the United States and the foreign country.

Is a permanent resident a foreign person?

You are a foreign individual if you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident. A permanent resident holds a permanent visa, or is a New Zealand citizen with a special category visa, as defined by the Migration Act 1958 (Cwlth).

Do Canadians need ESTA?

No, citizens of Canada who are traveling with a Canadian passport do not need an ESTA. I am a Landed Immigrant of Canada? If you are coming to the U.S. by air or sea, you DO have to apply for ESTA.