How to Translate Documents for Passport Canada
Applying for a Canadian passport can be straightforward—until you’re asked to submit supporting documents that are not in English or French. In these cases, Passport Canada requires official translations to ensure that all information can be properly reviewed. At ANZ Translation Canada, we help individuals across the country meet these requirements with professional and certified translation services.
Here’s what you need to know if you’re submitting foreign-language documents to Passport Canada.
When Are Translations Required?
Passport Canada requires that all documents submitted as part of a passport application be in either English or French. If your documents—such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, court orders, or identity documents—are in another language, they must be translated in full by a qualified translator.
Common documents requiring translation include:
Foreign birth certificates
Marriage or divorce certificates
Name change or legal documents
Foreign court or custody documents
Foreign government-issued ID
What Is Form PPTC 659 E and Why Is It Important?
When submitting a translation with your passport application, Form PPTC 659 E (Translation Affidavit) must be included. This form serves as an affidavit from the translator, swearing that the translation is complete and accurate.
Key points about Form PPTC 659 E:
It must be completed and signed by the translator in front of a commissioner for oaths, notary public, or lawyer.
It certifies that the translator is competent in both the source and target languages.
Without this form, Passport Canada may reject the translation.
ANZ Translation Canada includes this form with all translations intended for Passport Canada at no additional cost. Our translators are certified and experienced in preparing passport-compliant translations.
Requirements for Translated Documents
To ensure your documents are accepted by Passport Canada, the translation must:
Be full and accurate, with nothing omitted or summarized.
Be completed by a qualified and impartial translator.
Be accompanied by Form PPTC 659 E, properly signed and sworn.
Include a copy of the original document and the translator’s credentials or certification, if available.
How ANZ Translation Canada Can Help
At ANZ Translation Canada, we specialize in certified translations that meet Passport Canada’s requirements. We work with clients across all provinces and territories and offer fast, secure, and fully compliant services.
Our process:
Send us a scan or photo of your document by email or through our website.
We provide a quote and timeline, typically within hours.
We prepare the certified translation, including Form PPTC 659 E.
You receive the final package digitally or by mail, ready to submit.
We also offer notarization and sworn affidavits for translators, ensuring full compliance with federal requirements.
Contact ANZ Us Today
Don’t let language barriers delay your passport application. Whether you’re applying for your first Canadian passport or renewing with foreign documents, ANZ Translation Canada provides reliable, fast, and fully certified translation services.
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