06/03/2026
Changes to Alberta driver’s licences and identification cards will provide stronger protection against identity fraud and counterfeiting, as well as a more convenient way to access services.
The new design will display a Canadian citizenship marker when applicable, as well as your personal health number for eligible Albertans.
Applications and renewals cannot be done online, and original legal entitlement documents and your paper health card or mobile health care card must be brought with you to a registry.
Examples of documents include:
• Canadian Birth Certificate
• Canadian Passport
• Permanent Resident Card
• Secure Certificate of Indian Status
• Canadian Citizenship Certificate
• NEXUS Cards and RAST/EXPRES Cards indicating Canadian citizenship
You do not need to be a Canadian citizen to obtain a driver’s licence or ID card.
For more details visit: alberta.ca/new-drivers-licence-and-identification-cards
