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Apply for an enhanced identification card
Want to apply for an enhanced identification card (EIC)? Learn about who is eligible, the requirements, and how to apply.
Who can apply?
To be eligible for an EIC you must:
- be a B.C. resident
- be a Canadian citizen
- provide the required identification to prove your identity and citizenship
- be legally entitled to travel outside of Canada (refer to the entitlement-to-travel questionnaire PDF)
- be 12 years of age or older, and
- if you are under 19 years of age, bring a parent or legal guardian to your appointment.
What are the requirements?
To apply for an EIC, you must provide two pieces of acceptable identification to verify your identity and citizenship. All identification documents you bring must be originals—we can't accept copies or certified copies.
- a Canadian birth certificate or Canadian citizenship document, and
- one piece of additional identification.
Refer to Your Guide to B.C.'s Enhanced Driver's Licence Program (PDF) (see pages 3-8) to learn more about acceptable identification.
Has your name changed?
If the name on your birth certificate or Canadian citizenship document is different from the name you use now, you must bring all legal name-linking documents that show your name changes to your EIC application appointment.
Hyphenated last names?
If you currently use a hyphenated last name which isn't supported by legal name-change documents, you won't be able to use the hyphenated name on your EIC. This applies even if the hyphenated name is on your current driver's licence.
How do I apply?
To apply—or reapply—for an EIC, follow these steps to complete the process.
| Step | Description |
| Step 1 | Read Your Guide to B.C.'s Enhanced Driver's Licence Program (PDF) and make sure you meet all the requirements. |
| Step 2 | Book an appointment to apply for an EIC at an EDL designated driver licensing centre. |
| Step 3 | Complete the application checklist to prepare for your appointment. |
| Step 4 | Attend your appointment and complete your application. |
What to bring?
When you attend your appointment to apply for your EIC, you'll need to bring:
- your completed citizenship questionnaire, and
- originals only of all required identification. (Copies or certified copies can't be accepted.)
How much does it cost?
Find a list of EIC fees.