Does it cost anything to get a Guarantor (in Canada) to sign my Passport Photo?

Question

Just wondering if it costs to get a guarantor to sign a canadian passport photo for me. Seems strange for someone needing to be paid so as to confirm your true identity...can be easily corrupted that way.

Answer 1

They have to also sign the Declaration of Guarantor, which includes a statement that says they are doing it free of charge. So if they charge you it would be a lie.

The government must have the same concerns as you, about that potential corruption if money is involved. So if someone charges, they aren't eligible.

A doctor is the one that I would leave as a last resort. They tend to be busy. Unless you go golfing with one or over to their place for dinner. A friend said his doctor charged him for a passport signature. He left it with the front desk, he got it back signed with a bill.

Answer 2

Any judge, policeman, head of church, notary, or chartered accountant can sign as your guarantor (among others).

The catch is that they are supposed to be someone who has known you for several years and can attest in court that the person in the photo on the passport is you, and to confirm that the information provided in the form is correct to their knowledge.

Normally they are a family friend or a co-worker, and most will not charge you for this, unless you really have mean friends!

Answer 3

Your guarantor must perform the following tasks free of charge:

Certify the information on the application form by completing and signing the "Declaration of Guarantor" section.
Write on the back of one of your or your child's photos, "I certify this to be a true likeness of (either your name or your child's name)" and sign.
If applicable, sign and date the photocopy of your supplementary documentation.

Answer 4

The signature is from someone who knows you personally, and because of this, is typically willing to do it free of charge.

Answer 5

My doctor did it free...Ask your minister or bankerr