You are eligible for simplified renewal if:

• you were at least 16 years of age at the time of your previous application;
• your name on the application form is exactly as it appears on page 2 of the submitted passport;
• you submit a previous Canadian passport that:
  • was/is valid for 5 or 10 years;
  • is not damaged;
  • was never reported lost or stolen; and
  • is still valid or expired for no more than one year.