Identification Requirements
When you apply for a motor vehicle service, your registry agent must verify your identity through a stricter identity confirmation process.
A registry agent will require information to satisfy the following three categories. Expired documents will not be accepted. At least one of these documents must also prove that you are legally permitted to be in Canada.
Who You Are
Photo documents must contain your legal name and date of birth. Some examples of primary photo identification are (this is not an all inclusive list):
- Alberta operator's licence or identification card
- Photo driver's licence (from another jurisdiction)
What You Have
Support documents that contain two data elements such as name, date of birth, signature, address, etc. At least one of these documents must show that you live in Alberta and have a residence here. Some examples of support documents are (this is not an all inclusive list):
- Birth or Marriage Certificate (original or certified)
- Credit, Debit or Account Card (must contain 2 data elements)
- Work Visa, Student Visa, Permanent Resident Card
Some examples of unacceptable support documents are (this is not an all inclusive list):
- Interim/temporary driver's licence
- Business cards
- Video membership cards
What You Know
Verification of personal information against the Motor Vehicles System; your address, postal code, previous address, vehicle registrations, telephone number, etc.
All documents presented must be originals or certified copies (for vital statistics documents). Photocopies will NOT be accepted.
