National Identification Number

You will need a National Identification Number in any foreign country for any services needed. Our teammates will help you apply for the number right from filing to arranging all documents and guide you with the all further process.

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The Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a 9 digit number that you need to work in Canada or to have access to government programs and benefits. A SIN is issued to one person only and it cannot legally be used by anyone else.

You must fill and submit a completed and signed SIN application form at any Service Canada office. If you are unable to print the application form, you can order the form by phone at: 1-866-274-6627 (toll free number) or, if outside Canada, at 1-506-548-7961 (long distance charges will apply).

Yes, you can apply online - apply for a SIN or to obtain a confirmation of your SIN or to amend your SIN record.

If you apply in person, you will receive your SIN at the end of the visit (which can take 10 minutes if there is no line). The original documents provided will be returned to you. Our associate will help you in the process.

Check your records for either your card or confirmation letter. On CRA documents: Your SIN is used to identify you with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), so you'll find your SIN number on the first page of your tax returns and on any other documents or correspondence from the CRA.

Applicants without an appointment will be unable to submit their biometrics at a Service Canada location until further notice.

You can check the status of your child's SIN application by contacting Service Canada at 1-866-274-6627.

If you lose your SIN card or confirmation letter, then Service Canada will not replace the Social Insurance Number. They will, however, reissue a confirmation letter. The only time they will give you a new number is if you can prove that your SIN was stolen or being used in identity theft.

Your Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a confidential number used for income reporting purposes. The SIN is important to privacy protection. It can open the door to your personal information and can put you at risk of fraud and identity theif.