What is a Guarantor?
A guarantor is someone who can verify your identity and confirm information about you that certifies that the statements made on an application are true.
You may be asked to provide the name of a guarantor when you apply for copies or renewals of government identification, like Ontario birth certificates or Canadian passports.
Who can be my guarantor?
Generally, guarantors must meet certain criteria to qualify as a guarantor. This may include:
- Age requirements, like being over the age of 18
- Citizenship requirements, for example, must be a Canadian citizen
- Occupational requirements, for example, must be a member of a specified profession, like a doctor or a lawyer
- How long the guarantor has known you personally, for example, a specified number of years
Each government agency will have its own set of rules for who can be your guarantor. If you are not sure, we recommend that you contact the government agency for help. For example, if you are applying for a copy of a birth certificate from the Government of Ontario, you can contact ServiceOntario. If you are applying for a Canadian Passport, you can contact the Government of Canada’s Passport Program.
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