What identification do I need to bring with me to my appointment?

You must provide two pieces of valid government issued identification, at least one of which must be photo ID.

The following types of identification are acceptable:

  • Passport
  • Driver’s License
  • Birth Certificate
  • Canadian Citizenship Card or Certificate
  • Permanent Resident Card
  • Certificate of Indian Status
  • Immigration Documents (Study Permit, Work Permit, Visitor Record, Landing Paper)
  • Military Family ID
  • Nexus Card
  • Federal Government Employee ID
  • Firearms Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL)
  • Health Care Card (Not all provinces accept health cards as valid government issued ID. Please refer to provincial regulations.)

Please Note:

  • Social Insurance Number (SIN) can not be used as an ID.
  • Expired or temporary identification can not be accepted.