To either apply, or obtain confirmation of a your SIN, gather all of the required original documents to prove your identity and status in Canada and take them to the nearest Service Canada point of service.
Group
Required Documents
Canadian Citizens
Certificate of Birth or Birth Certificate
Certificate of Canadian Citizenship
Permanent Residents
Permanent Resident Card
Confirmation of Permanent Residence, plus a travel document or an alternate photo identification
Record or Verification of Landing
Status Verification or Verification of Status
Temporary Residents
Work Permit
Study Permit
A study permit that indicates that the permit holder “may accept employment’ or “may work” in Canada OR a study permit and a “confirmation to work of campus” letter. If neither of these requirements are met, contact CIC to verify your eligibility to apply for an amended study permit
For more information, consult the Service Canada website.