Tuesday, July 26, 2011

New Photo ID Card Now Available

News from the province:

Starting today, Ontarians can apply for Ontario's new photo identification card.

This new government-issued ID is now available at 21 ServiceOntario locations across the province, and will be available at all locations by 2012. (And yes, there is a location in London - at 1790 Dundas St. E)

This secure card will make it easier for people aged 16 years and over who do not have a driver's licence to open a bank account, make travel arrangements or perform other activities that require official ID.


Here's a sample of what the card will look like:


Quick facts:

  • To apply for a photo card you need to be an Ontario resident, and provide original identity documents with your legal name, date of birth and signature.

  • The photo card will cost $35 and is valid for five years.

  • Approximately 1.5 million Ontarians aged 16 years and over do not have a valid driver's licence.

  • Ontario joins eight other provinces that offer a government-issued photo ID card.

  • The Ontario photo card mirrors the same security features as the driver's licence to help prevent fraud and identity theft


  • Photo Card locations
    Acceptable Identity Documents
    Frequently Asked Questions