Canada Passport

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PASSPORT OF
Canada

MOBILITY SCORE

185

GLOBAL RANK

7th

INDIVIDUAL RANK

23

VISA DETAILS

Visa-Free

142

VoA

35

ETA

8

e-Visa

16

As of 2025, Canada passport rank is 7th globally, with global mobility score 185 offering visa-free access to 142 countries and territories , Visa on arrival access to 35 countries , ETA access to 8 countries and E-visa access to 16 countries.The passport strength lies in the ease of travel it provides, allowing visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to a large number of countries. Note: You will need a valid passport, often with at least six months until expiry from the date of application to travel.

The Canadian passport is widely recognised as one of the most secure and respected travel documents globally. As of 2025, it ranks 7th in the world in terms of travel freedom, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 185 countries and territories. Canadian passports issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) allow Canadian citizens to travel freely to many international destinations. 

Over the past five years, the Canadian passport has consistently ranked among the world's top travel documents. In 2021, it held the 8th position, improving to 7th in 2022. Although it briefly returned to 8th in 2023, it regained and maintained the 7th position in both 2024 and 2025. This stable and high ranking reflects Canada's strong international relations, trusted travel reputation, and the widespread visa-free or visa-on-arrival access it offers to its citizens.

For a detailed guide on visa-free countries for Canadian passport holders, refer to the full resource here.

Passport Validity

Adults (16 years and above)

Canadian passports for adults are available in two validity options:

  • 5 years

  • 10 years

The 10-year option is ideal for frequent travellers seeking long-term convenience.

Children (under 16 years)

  • Passports issued to children are valid for a maximum of 5 years.

  • The shorter validity period accounts for changes in a child’s appearance, which can affect the accuracy of photos and biometrics.

Physical Appearance and Design

Document Image

Cover Design

  • The Canadian passport features a dark navy blue cover.

The front displays

  • Canada’s coat of arms

  • The word “Canada” prominently

  • The word “Passport” in both English and French

  • A biometric symbol (on e-passports)

What's Inside Canada's Passport?

The interior of the passport includes a personal information page with:

  • Full name

  • Date and place of birth

  • Gender

  • Nationality

  • Passport number

  • Issue and expiry dates

  • A digital photograph

  • A machine-readable zone (MRZ)

Visa pages featuring:

  • Stylised backgrounds with Canadian icons such as the Parliament Buildings, northern lights, wildlife, and indigenous art

  • UV-reactive designs that appear only under ultraviolet light, serving both aesthetic and security purposes

Security Features

The Canadian passport is designed with advanced security technology to protect against fraud and forgery. Features include:

  • Embedded biometric chip storing facial data

  • Laser-engraved text and photo

  • Holographic images and microprinting

  • Colour-shifting inks and UV-visible elements

  • Tamper-resistant polycarbonate page

These features make it one of the most difficult passports to counterfeit, contributing to its strong reputation worldwide.

Languages Used

The Canadian passport is bilingual, with all text printed in both of Canada's official languages:

  • English

  • French