How to Renew an Indian Passport in Canada | BLS International
Is your Passport Expired or expiring soon? Here’s how you can renew an Indian Passport in Canada Without Paying Extra to BLS
Renewing an Indian passport in Canada can be a challenging and confusing process, especially when many individuals end up paying an additional $100–$150 to BLS International due to a lack of information. This article explains the complete, correct, and official way to renew your Indian passport in Canada step by step, so you can do it yourself easily.
This guide is for students, Temporary foreign workers, and all indians who are living in Canada with an expired or expiring indian passport, so that no one gets stressed or overcharged.
Why Many People Pay Extra at BLS
Many applicants go to the BLS without:
- Filling the online form correctly
- Knowing jurisdiction rules
- Carrying the right documents
Because of this, BLS staff often ask people to:
- Reprint forms
- Refill applications
- Use premium services
This leads to unnecessary charges of $100–$150.
If you follow this guide carefully, you do NOT need any premium service.
Step 1: Visit the Official BLS Website
- Open Google
- Search for “BLS International”
- Click the first official link
- The website will open – the process is simple and user-friendly
Step 2: Understand Passport Jurisdiction in Canada
Your location and postal code decide where you must submit your passport. Here you can find your jurisdiction on the BLS website.
Toronto Jurisdiction
- Ontario
- New Brunswick
- Nova Scotia
- Prince Edward Island
- Newfoundland
Ottawa Jurisdiction
- Parts of Ontario (based on postal code)
- Kingston, Cornwall, Hawkesbury, Arnprior
- Northern Territories
Vancouver Jurisdiction
- British Columbia
- Alberta
- Saskatchewan
- Yukon
- Northwest Territories
👉 Always check your postal code before proceeding.
Step 3: Select Passport Services
Scroll down and click Passport Services →
Choose New Booklet / Re-issue Passport
- Validity: 10 years
- Pages: 36 pages
- Minors (below 18 years) are also covered
Step 4: Passport Renewal Fees (As on Dec 2025)
Step 5: Fill the Online Passport Application Form
- Click Online Application Form
- You will be redirected to the Passport Seva Portal
- Register if you don’t already have an account
- Select Embassy/Consulate:
- Toronto or Vancouver
- Activate your account via email
- Log in and proceed
Step 6: Choose Application Type
Select:
- Re-issue of Passport (not fresh passport)
Choose the reason:
- Passport expiring soon
- Passport already expired
- Damaged or lost passport (select only if applicable)
Processing type:
- Normal (recommended)
- Tatkal (higher fee)
Step 7: Fill in Personal Details Carefully
Enter details exactly as mentioned on your passport:
- Name (First & Last)
- Gender
- Date of Birth
- Place of Birth
- District & State (e.g., Moga, Punjab)
- Marital status
- Citizenship: By Birth
- Aadhaar number (genuine)
- Employment type (Student / Private / Government)
- Education level
- Non-ECR: YES
Step 8: Address Information
- Present address: Canada
- Indian address: Same as on passport
- Police station name (important)
- Emergency contact: Someone based in India
Step 9: Passport Details
Provide:
- Passport number
- Place of issue
- Date of issue & expiry
- File number (available on the last page of passport)
Step 10: Background Verification Questions
Answer NO unless it genuinely applies to you:
- Criminal record
- Arrest warrants
- Passport refusal
- Deportation
- Foreign citizenship
Step 11: Submit & Print the Application
- Preview all details carefully
- Submit the application
- Note the Application Reference Number
- Print:
- Application form
- Checklist
Step 12: Documents Required for BLS Appointment
Carry the following documents:
- Printed checklist
- Printed application form
- Original Indian passport
- Photocopies of:
- First & last page of passport
- Aadhaar card
- PR card / Work permit / Study permit / Visitor Record
- Address proof (Driving license or government letter)
- Two passport-size photographs
- Fee payment (card preferred)
Step 13: Book BLS Appointment
- Book online or by phone
- Avoid Premium Services unless absolutely necessary
- Ensure all documents are complete to avoid delays
[Optional] Book Courier Service
You can also send your complete application to BLS via Purolator courier service. You can call BLS customer care to book a courier service. They will take the payment and issue you a label, which you have to paste on the envelope containing your complete application.
You can find the contact details here: LINK
Final Advice
If your documents are correct and your application is properly filled:
- You will save $100–$150
- No premium service is required
- The process will be smooth and stress-free
This is the correct and official way to renew your Indian passport in Canada.
