According to Canon Law, you re required to have at least one active, confirmed Roman Catholic Godparent who is in good standing with the Church.
Someone over 16 years of age who is in good standing with the Church. This means that they have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Holy Communion, and Confirmation. If they are married, that must have a marriage recognized by the Catholic Church.
Their pastor signs the Godparent Certification Form validating that they are registered in a Catholic Church Parish and actively participating in the Sacraments. The certification form must be completed and turned in two weeks before the Baptism.
Must have attended a baptismal preparation program.
If there are two godparents, they must be of the opposite sex.
If someone was ever baptized as a Catholic and currently claims to “have left the Catholic Church”, then he/she cannot be a godparent or a Christian Witness.