I am a Canadian citizen since 1988. On my citizen certificate back then was my married name. I only now realise the old name, I have been divorced since 1986. I kept my name because of my kids. Now I need to update the certificate to my new name. What steps do I have to take and is there a cost involved?
Location: Western Hemisphere
Posted on: 21-11-13 19:48:11
Here is a link to apply for a new or replacement citizenship certificate - http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/guides/CIT0001ETOC.asp
As you scroll down, it provides instructions for name change.
You will need additional documents to support your name change before you can apply for the replacement citizenship certificate.
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Dimple2001
Thanks very much for the information, all of my current pieces of identification is in my correct name so its not a problem to supply copies of this name change.
Which citizenship address do I send in the request to?
I appreciate yur help.
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Originally posted by beamer 88
I am a Canadian citizen since 1988. On my citizen certificate back then was my married name. I only now realise the old name, I have been divorced since 1986. I kept my name because of my kids. Now I need to update the certificate to my new name. What steps do I have to take and is there a cost involved?
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Dimple has given you a very good link. you should copy and paste and read it till you find what you want from it.
Any way, here it is, once again.
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/guides/CIT0001ETOC.asp
Step 4. Mail the application
Where to mail the application: Any one will get it to them.
For applicants living inside Canada and the United States
Mail your completed application in a stamped envelope addressed as shown below:
Affix sufficient postage (top right of the envelope)
Sender (top left of the envelope)
(Your name)
(Your Address)
(Your Postal Code)
Recipient (centre of the envelope)
Case Processing Centre – Sydney
Proof of Citizenship
P.O. Box 10000
SYDNEY, NS B1P 7C1
CANADA
Courier address:
Case Processing Centre, Sydney
Proof of citizenship
49 Dorchester Street
Sydney, NS
B1P 5Z2
PLEASE PROVIDE THEM A RETURN ADDRESS Also.
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LOOK INTO EACH STEP
Name change.
Step 1. Gather documents
Step 3. Pay the fees
Calculating your fees
If more than one member of your family is applying for Canadian citizenship pay the fees all together.
Use the table below to calculate the total amount of fees to be paid. Fees must be included with this application.
Type of application Number of persons Amount per person Amount due
Citizenship certificate x $75
Total Payment:
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