Provincial Photo ID Cards Guide

How non-drivers, spouses on visitor records, and Super Visa parents can obtain official government-issued photo identification in Canada.

Why Get a Non-Driver Photo ID Card?

If you do not plan to drive in Canada, carrying a passport everywhere as photo ID is risky and inconvenient. A provincial non-driver photo card is legally recognized across Canada. You can use it to open bank accounts, buy age-restricted products, verify your identity for domestic flights, and collect packages at Canada Post outlets.

Select Your Province

Check rules and fees by province:

Ontario Photo Card (OPC)

Processing Fee	$35 CAD
Where to Apply	ServiceOntario Centre (in-person only)
Card Validity	5 years
Special Note	If you apply for an Ontario driver's license later, you must surrender your Ontario Photo Card.

Eligibility Rules:

Must be an Ontario resident.
Must be 16 years of age or older.
Must NOT hold a valid Ontario Driver's License or temporary driver's permit.

📋 Required Documents Checklist

When applying in person, you must bring original documents. Central service points do not accept photocopies. Bring:

1. Proof of Legal Status in Canada

Your valid Canadian Permanent Resident (PR) Card, Work Permit, Study Permit, or Visitor Record (Super Visa).

2. Proof of Identity & Signature

Your valid foreign passport, foreign birth certificate (translated if not in English/French), or Canadian citizenship certificate.

3. Proof of Residency (Minimum 1 or 2 documents depending on province)

A residential lease agreement, utility bill (hydro, gas, water), bank statement, or cell phone bill showing your full name and provincial street address.

Driver's License Clash

Provinces do not allow residents to hold both a valid driver's license and a non-driver photo card at the same time.

If you obtain a temporary or full driver's license in Canada, you **must surrender** your non-driver ID card.