Algerian Biometric Passport Renewal in Canada 2026 - Consular Registration, 12S & Fees
Complete consular guidance, 2026 fee schedules in CAD/USD, required Canadian immigration proofs (PR card / Work Permit / Study Permit), and service centers in Canadian cities.
Consular Authority & Provider
Applicants must verify submission routes with the designated mission in Canada.
2026 Official Consular Fee Schedule
| Service Category | Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Biometric passport — Adult | €60 (~$90 CAD equivalent) | Official published statutory stamp duty (droit de timbre) for adults. |
| Biometric passport — Minor under 19 | €30 (~$45 CAD equivalent) | Reduced rate for minors under 19 with current school certificate. |
| Biometric passport — Student | €30 (~$45 CAD equivalent) | Reduced rate upon presentation of a valid student card or school certificate for the current academic year. |
| Passport re-application after 6-month non-collection | $Double applicable stamp duty (€120 adult / €60 minor) CAD | Under official regulations, passports uncollected after 6 months of availability notification are destroyed; re-application incurs double stamp duty. |
* Fees are subject to consular adjustments based on foreign exchange rates. Additional courier return fees (e.g. Canada Post Xpresspost) apply where delivery is requested.
Proof of Legal Status in Canada
Foreign diplomatic missions in Canada require applicants to establish lawful presence or address in Canada prior to accepting a passport renewal dossier:
- Valid Algerian consular registration card (carte d'immatriculation consulaire) less than 5 years old (mandatory prerequisite).
- Recent Canadian proof of address / domicile dated within the last 3 months (driver's licence, provincial ID, utility bill, or residential lease).
- For dual nationals: Original and copy of valid foreign residence permit or foreign identity card (e.g. Canadian PR card or Canadian passport).
Required Submission Checklist
- Valid Algerian consular registration card (original + copy, less than 5 years old).
- Completed, dated, and signed special biometric passport application form (with blood group specified).
- Original secure 12S birth certificate (acte de naissance 12S) + copy.
- Current or expired Algerian passport (original + copy).
- Recent Canadian proof of address (less than 3 months old).
- Two (2) recent digital ICAO-compliant passport photographs on a plain white background.
- Attestation de travail (employment certificate) for employed applicants.
- School certificate or current student card for minors under 19 and students to claim the reduced €30 tariff.
- Valid foreign residence permit or ID card for dual nationals.
- Payment of statutory stamp duty (€60 adult / €30 minor or student).
Step-by-Step Application Process
Verify Consular District & Registration
Determine whether you fall under Ottawa (435 Daly Ave) or Montreal, and verify that your consular card is active and under 5 years old.
Secure Your 12S Birth Certificate
Obtain your original 12S birth certificate (can be ordered online at demande12s.interieur.gov.dz if not already held).
Complete Biometric Passport Form
Fill out, date, and sign the official biometric passport application, including your blood group in the designated field.
Gather Supporting Documents
Prepare your proof of Canadian address (<3 months old), previous passport, work certificate, or student certificate for the reduced tariff.
Take Compliant ICAO Photographs
Obtain two recent digital photographs on a pure white background meeting ICAO biometric standards.
File Dossier at Consular Counter
Submit the physical application package and pay the statutory stamp duty (€60 adult / €30 student/minor).
Passport Personalization in Algiers
Your biometric data is processed and the passport is manufactured centrally in Algeria, then dispatched via diplomatic pouch.
Track Online Availability
Monitor the mission's online passport-ready tracking portal (services.mfa.gov.dz) using your receipt registration number.
Personal Collection with Fingerprint Verification
Attend the consular office in person with your deposit receipt, original 12S, and previous passport. Adults and youth over 12 undergo biometric comparison.
Consular Jurisdictions Across Canada
Applicants must submit their dossier to the Algerian diplomatic post with jurisdiction over their Canadian province or territory of residence.
Covers: National Capital Region, Ontario, and other designated provinces.
Covers: Québec and the Atlantic maritime provinces.
Photograph & Biometric Specifications
General Rule: Two recent digital ICAO-compliant photographs with a uniform plain white background.
Digital Photo Upload: Compliant ICAO photographs required; framing must show full frontal facial features with no shadows.
- Plain white background
- Full front view of face centered
- Neutral expression, mouth closed
- Eyes open and clearly visible
- No shadows, reflections, or hair across eyes
Important Consular Warnings
- Do not use outdated fee figures ($80 / $120 CAD); official statutory stamp duty is €60 for adults and €30 for minors/students.
- The Consular Section of the Algerian Embassy in Ottawa is at 435 Daly Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1N 6H3 (do not go to 500 Wilbrod Street for consular matters).
- A valid consular registration card (<5 years old) is strictly required; Canadian PR cards or work permits do not substitute.
- The secure 12S birth certificate is mandatory for biometric passport renewal as well as first issuance.
- The applicant's blood group must be entered on the biometric passport application form.
- Passports are produced in Algeria and cannot be printed same-day in Canada; check the online readiness portal before travelling to collect.
- Passports uncollected within 6 months after notification are destroyed; re-applying incurs double stamp duty.
- Adults and children over 12 must be physically present at collection for live fingerprint verification.
Service Centers & Consulates Across Canada
Section Consulaire de l'Ambassade d'Algérie au Canada
435 Daly Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6H3
Email: consulaire@embassyalgeria.ca
Consulat Général d'Algérie à Montréal
Montréal, Québec
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