Refugee Travel Document - Questions and Answers
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By mail
POD PPT-COI
PO BOX 8100 STN A
SYDNEY NS B1P 0M2
By courier
Humanitarian and Identity Operations Branch – PPT-COI
3050 Wilson Ave
New Waterford NS B1H 5V8
I'm also looking to travel to DR using my RTD (No PR). Could you please share if you traveled with Air Transat and if it was smooth?
I called the DR embassy and emailed them many times trying to get a written confirmation but didn't hear back.
you can travel to DR with only your RTD. I confirmed with their embassy in Toronto. NO PR needed.
There are several ways to travel to the Dominican Republic without a visa:
• Have a valid Canadian multiple-entry visa.
• Have Canadian Permanent Residence.
• Have a Canadian Refugee Document.
• Have a valid U.S. visa.
If you have any of these documents, you can travel to the Dominican Republic without needing an additional visa.
Applying Without a Guarantor – Guidance
If you cannot find a guarantor for any reason, such as your guarantor knowing you for less than 6 months, you must include a written explanation to Passport Office explaining your situation. This letter should clearly state why you cannot provide a guarantor and be included with your application.
- PPTC 190 Form (11-2025) – Fill all 3 pages and leave the guarantor section empty. Sign the form.
- Notice of Decision – Signed by an authorized commissioner.
- Refugee Protection Claimant Document – Signed by an authorized commissioner.
- Driving License or Canadian Photo ID – Signed by an authorized commissioner.
- Photos – 2 recent photos; one must be signed by you and the commissioner on the back.
- PPTC 326 LIEU Form – Signed by an authorized commissioner.
- Fees Receipt – Proof of payment.
- Explanation Letter – Clearly explain why you cannot provide a guarantor. Signed by you & an authorized commissioner.
- Notice of Passport Seizure (Optional) – Include if applicable.
My timeline:
I initially applied on 18 December 2025, but my application was returned on 09 January 2026 because I needed to provide an explanation for why I could not obtain a guarantor even i included PPTC 326 and i have to pay notary public fees fees twice, as Passport Office gave me another chance that guarantor can be family doctor that known you for 6 months, and that very easy to find.
Rejection Reason:
The "Statutory Declaration in Lieu of Guarantor" (PPTC 326) which accompanied the application form is not acceptable because the reason for its use is not valid. Note that the guarantor of an application for a travel document is required to know the applicant for six months only. If you know an eligible guarantor, complete a new application form in full and have it, and the enclosed photograph, signed by the guarantor (see the instructions for a list of eligible guarantors). If you do not know a guarantor, you must provide a signed statement indicating why you cannot find a guarantor.
I resubmitted my application with the checklist mentioned above, which was received by Passport Office on 6 February 2026. My Refugee Travel Document (RTD) was issued on 17 February 2026 and was delivered via Canada Post Express on 25 February 2026.
Please note: The above reflects my personal experience and is provided for informational purposes only. I do not assume any responsibility for outcomes based on this information.
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