- Find a driver licensing office
- Getting licensed
- Book a road test
- Renew or replace a licence
- Driver training
- Driving record
- Moving
- Tickets and penalties
- B.C. identification card
- Driver re-examination
- Tips for senior drivers
- Required ID
- Fees
- Your privacy
When you move to British Columbia, you must switch to a B.C. driver's licence within 90 days.
You must change your address on your driver’s licence and insurance within 10 days of moving.
New change of address sticker
Change of address stickers are now placed on the front of driver's licences and BCID cards.
You can drive in B.C. with your existing licence for up to six months. Any restrictions you have on your home licence also apply here in B.C.
As a visiting student, you can drive for longer here but must be registered full-time at a recognized institution and may need a vehicle permit. Visit an Autoplan broker for more information.
Are you in the military? Non-resident military personnel may be eligible for insurance exemption status. For more insurance information on driving in B.C. as a visitor, please visit an Autoplan broker.