How to Apply for a Manitoba ID Card

Having an ID card is very important for equitable, sustainable development. You can use your ID card to apply for a bank account, enroll in school, get government benefits, and more. Most places require you to have an ID card to prove your identity. Starting in the fall of 2017, a voluntary, personal ID card that combines a driver’s license, photo ID, health card, and travel ID was disclosed in Manitoba. If you haven’t got an ID card yet, this article will give you the full rundown.

What information is on the Manitoba ID card?

A Manitoba ID card is a voluntary, government-issued, secure photo identification. You can use it to prove your identity, age, and Manitoba residency.

The card also provides identification for Manitobans who do not have a driving license, which means there is no need to apply for one. Please note that the Manitoba ID card is accepted in Canada but is not accepted for entry into the United States. 

This card includes the following information:

The front of the Manitoba ID card:

• Full name
• Address
• Date of birth (if you are under 18 years of age, your date of birth will also include a statement under “18 years of age”)
• Gender 
• Eye color 
• Height 
• Photo 
• Signature
• The phrase “Identification Card” and the Manitoba logo indicate that the card is an ID card issued by the Province of Manitoba
• The date the card was issued and the expiration date.
• The identification number that is the same as your Manitoba Public Insurance customer number
• An identification number to verify that the card is legitimate

The back of your Manitoba ID card:

• A serial number generated by the card manufacturer
• A 2D barcode, which contains the same information as the front of the card, except the date your card will expire and your photograph and signature, is conveniently readable by any 2D barcode scanner.

Who is eligible for a Manitoba ID card？

You can apply for a Manitoba ID card if you meet the following criteria.

• You are a resident of Manitoba.
• You have the right to stay in Canada.
• You do not have a driving license.
• If you are under 18, your parents must co-sign your application.

If you have a Manitoba driving license: 

• You can also go to any Autopac agent or MPI Service Centre to surrender your license and have a replacement Manitoba ID card for a fee of $10.
• If you are above 65 years of age, you can surrender your license for free to get your Manitoba ID card.

Required documents for ID card

To apply for a Manitoba ID card, you will need the following original documents (no photocopies)：

• Date of Birth
• Legal name
• Photograph
• Manitoba residence and permanent address (please note that two supporting documents are required and must be dated within 90 days of the application date)
• Entitlement to be in Canada

There are a variety of documents you can use to prove your identity (use the Prove My Identity tool at mpi.mb.ca for more information).

Electronic scanned copies of all documents will be kept by Manitoba Public Insurance for safekeeping.

If you are unable to provide proof of valid documentation of your photograph or residency, Manitoba Public Insurance also accepts a Completed Guarantor Declaration (download the Guarantor Declaration on mpi.mb.ca.)

How to apply for a Manitoba identification card？

To apply for a Manitoba ID card, please refer to the process below.

• Gather the required original documents to meet the requirements.
• Visit any Autopac agent or MPI Service Centre with your papers and register as an MPI customer.
• The agent will take your photo and digitally capture your signature.
• Wait for the decision. If it is approved, your Manitoba ID card will be mailed to you.

Check the address and contact of MPI below:

TEL: 204–985–7000 (in Winnipeg) or 1–800–665–2410 (toll-free outside Winnipeg) 

Manitoba Public Insurance Service Centres 

How long does it take to get an ID card？

If your application is approved, your Manitoba ID card will be mailed to you within 10 business days. If you do not receive it within 10 business days, please report it to an Autopac agent or MPI. Your Manitoba ID card may have been lost in the mailing process. If this is the case, MPI will report it to the police department as a way to protect your privacy.

How much does it cost to get an identification card?

It costs a total of $20 to apply for a Manitoba ID card, including the cost of a photo. The fee can be waived under certain circumstances.

The card is valid for up to five years, and to renew it, the fee is $20. If it is lost, destroyed or damaged, a valid card can be replaced for $10.

FAQ

• How do I prove residency in Manitoba?

Proof of Manitoba residency, which can be a rental agreement, utility bill, Manitoba health card, internet/cable bill, tax return or electricity bill.

• Is a Manitoba health card an ID

YES. A health card is considered one type of ID.

Here are some types of ID you can use in Manitoba:

• You can use any of the following IDs individually or in combination:
• Canadian passport
• Driving license issued by a province or territory or the equivalent abroad
• Health card issued by a province or territory or the equivalent abroad
• Non-driver’s license issued by a province or territory or the equivalent abroad
• ID card issued by the federal government, or a provincial or territorial government, or the equivalent abroad
• Employee identification issued by the federal government, a provincial or territorial government, or the equivalent abroad
• Certificate of Indian Status
• Military ID
• Foreign passport

Tip: You cannot use your social insurance number (SIN) card as ID

Conclusion

The Enhanced Manitoba ID card combines a driver’s license, photo ID, health card and travel card to make life easier and faster for Manitobans. What are you waiting for, apply now.