Application Information

A new process for applying is being developed which will be implemented in a phased approach across Canada, and once available you will need to present these identity documents along with your application.

• Registered Indians 16 years of age and older
• Registered Indians 15 years of age and under or dependent adults

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Registered Indians 16 years of age and older:

• Current status card (if applicable); AND
• Original birth certificate (long or short form); AND
• Two passport style photographs; AND
• valid identification; AND
• If you have taken your spouses last name - you will need:
  • Copy of marriage certificate(s) (if you have valid ID in your married name); OR
  • Original government issued marriage certificate(s) (if you do not have valid ID in your married name); OR
  • Legal change of name document

Note: Original Baptismal Certificates are acceptable (for applicants 65 years of age or older) however individuals are only eligible to receive an in-Canada SCIS card

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Registered Indians 15 years of age and under or dependent adults:

• Original long form birth certificate (or short form with both parents named); AND
• Current status card (if applicable);AND
• Two passport style photographs; AND

Parents and Guardians must provide the following:

For an in-Canada SCIS:

• Only one parent or legal guardian is required to accompany the child or dependent adult and sign the application form; AND
• Marriage certificate or other name-linking documents (only if your ID has a different last name than the name on the child's birth certificate or custody documents); AND
• Legal guardians are also required to provide documentation of trusteeship / guardianship; AND
• The parent or legal guardian must present one piece of valid identification.

For a border-crossing SCIS:

In addition to the above requirements:

• Both parents or legal guardians are required to accompany the child or dependent adult and sign the application form (if applicable); OR
• One parent can accompany the child / dependent adult, however either a completed guarantor form OR the original documentation of the other parent or legal guardian must be presented; AND
• In the case of separation or divorce, complete copies of all legal documentation regarding the child's custody, access or mobility are required.