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Enhanced driver's licence: changing your name, address or licence class

How to reapply for an enhanced driver's licence if your name, address, or licence class changes.

If you have an enhanced driver's licence (EDL) and your

then you need to reapply for an EDL.

How to reapply for an EDL

To reapply, you need to book an in-person appointment.

Book an appointment for an enhanced driver's licence »

Important

Due to a Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) change, anyone using a Canadian Citizenship Certificate issued on or after Feb. 1, 2012 as ID cannot apply for or renew an EDL or EIC.

ICBC is working with CIC and hopes to be able to accept this document in the near future. Please check back for updates.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

What to bring

Here's what to bring when you come for your apppointment:

If you change your  Then bring
name
  • a legal name-change document
  • your EDL
  • your original birth certificate or Canadian citizenship document,* and
  • one other piece of acceptable ID.
address
  • your EDL
  • your original birth certificate or Canadian citizenship document,* and
  • one other piece of acceptable ID.
licence class
  • your EDL
  • your original birth certificate or Canadian citizenship document,* and
  • one other piece of acceptable ID.

* Note: When reapplying for an EDL, a passport is not accepted as proof of Canadian citizenship.

Facts & Tips

Interim driver's licences

While waiting for your new EDL to arrive by mail, an interim driver's licence will be issued to you.

Important: The interim driver's licence cannot be used for cross-border travel into the U.S.