Option 1: Digital Licence/ID Card Renewal/Replacement
If you are unable to visit a registry office, you can renew your licence or ID card digitally through two options. If you have an Alberta.ca account, you may apply here for a driver’s licence renewal, or here for an ID card renewal.
Please Note:
- Digital renewal is only available for renewals, not for duplicate services.
- A driver’s licence that is currently suspended is ineligible for this service.
- Licences or ID cards that have been expired for over 6 months are not eligible for this service.
- If there have been changes to any demographic information on file, the licence is not eligible for this service.
- If there are outstanding fines, the licence is not eligible for this service.
If you do not have an Alberta.ca account or prefer to apply directly with a registry agent, please refer to the information below.
Option 2: Renewal/Replacement via Remote Service
If you are temporarily out of the province or homebound due to medical conditions, you can apply for a Remote Renewal service to replace or renew your Alberta Driver’s Licence or ID Card. This service allows Alberta to issue a new licence or ID without requiring your physical presence at a registry office.
Please Note:
- A driver’s licence that is currently suspended is ineligible for this service.
- Licences or ID cards that have been expired for over 6 months require proof of Canadian entitlement with the application.
- Our registry does not offer pick-up services.
- Outstanding fines must be paid (this does not apply to ID cards). Payment can be made simultaneously with the renewal service.
How to Apply:
Submit a completed Renewal/Replacement Licence Form by one of the following methods:
- Email: onlineservices@lethbridgeregistry.com
- Have a friend or family member drop it off at a registry office on your behalf.
Once we receive your request:
- We will review your documents and contact you via email with any necessary corrections or questions the government may have regarding your application.
Fees for this service:
- $26.00 (incl GST) for a 1-year driver’s licence renewal / $14.00 for a 1-year ID card renewal.
Payment Methods:
- In-person at the Registry by an authorized third party.
- Credit card online using a secure payment link (an additional $2.00 charge applies).
Processing Times:
- Temporary licence/ID card via email (no photo): 2-3 business days.
- Physical licence/ID received by mail: Approximately 10 business days.
Please Note: If approved for Remote Renewal, you will be required to provide proof of Alberta residency and legal presence during your next registry service.
