Submit your application
Where to submit your application.
Potential mailing delays
Due to a potential labour disruption at Canada Post, there may be mailing delays related to registration and secure status card applications.
During the labour disruption, applicants who may wish to submit their applications for both registration or status cards are encouraged to come in person.
You can submit your application, the checklist and all necessary documents in person to:
- any regional office
- your First Nations office, if they offer registration services
- a trusted source, if they offer registration services
Before you go, call to:
- find out if registration services are available and if you need to make an appointment
- confirm what documents you need to bring
You can also mail your application to:
- National Processing Unit
Indigenous Services Canada
10 rue Wellington
Gatineau QC K1A 0H4
If you've been affected by known sex-based inequities in the Indian Act, mail your application to:
- Application Processing Unit
Indigenous Services Canada
Box 6700
Winnipeg MB R3C 5R5