Can’t find your secure access code?

The secure access code is a unique, 16-digit number associated with the census questionnaire for your household or agricultural operation. You will need this code to complete the questionnaire online.

All households and agricultural operations will receive either a letter or a questionnaire in the mail, which includes instructions and your secure access code for completing the 2026 Census questionnaire.

If you received a letter, your secure access code is located at the top of the page.

Secure Access Code on the census letter

If you received a questionnaire, your secure access code is located on the first page.

Sample image of SAC 2A questionnaire, SAC2A-L questionnaire, and SAC 2A-R questionnaire

I didn’t receive a secure access code. How do I obtain one?

For households - Census of Population ● Obtain a secure access code
For agricultural operations - Census of Agriculture

You may contact the Census Help Line at 1-833-852-2026 to obtain a secure access code or for any additional information or assistance.

Respondents with access to TTY (for persons who have a hearing or speech impairment) should call 1-833-830-3109. Video relay services (VRS) can also be used.

For more information about the secure access code, please consult Completing the online questionnaire in the Frequently asked questions section of this site.

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