Procedures for exchanging your existing licence for an Alberta driver licence

In order to complete these transactions, you must be a member in good standing with the AMA, CAA or AAA. Not a member? Join AMA now.

Do I need to exchange my operator's licence for an Alberta operator's licence?

Yes, if you:		No, if you:
Have moved to Alberta and are setting up a permanent residence. You must obtain an Alberta operator's licence within 90 days of moving to the province. What you'll need: Your operator's/driver's licence from previous jurisdiction Proof of legal presence documents Proof of Alberta residency documents In some cases, a medical report All documents presented must be originals or certified copies (for vital statistics documents). Photocopies and expired documents will not be accepted.Your new Alberta operating licence will be mailed to your home.		Are working in Alberta periodically, but your residence is outside the province. Are visiting or traveling around Alberta, but your residence is outside the province, and you're not taking up residence in Alberta. Are visiting Alberta from outside Canada and are using an International Driving Permit (IDP). IDP can be used, in conjunction with your valid home jurisdiction licence, to drive in Alberta for up to 12 months. Are a full-time student in Alberta, but your permanent residence is in another jurisdiction. Are working in Alberta as part of a co-op program of study, but your permanent residence is in another jurisdiction.

Yes, if you:

No, if you:

Have moved to Alberta and are setting up a permanent residence. You must obtain an Alberta operator's licence within 90 days of moving to the province.

What you'll need:

All documents presented must be originals or certified copies (for vital statistics documents).

Photocopies and expired documents will not be accepted.Your new Alberta operating licence will be mailed to your home.

Are working in Alberta periodically, but your residence is outside the province.
Are visiting or traveling around Alberta, but your residence is outside the province, and you're not taking up residence in Alberta.
Are visiting Alberta from outside Canada and are using an International Driving Permit (IDP). IDP can be used, in conjunction with your valid home jurisdiction licence, to drive in Alberta for up to 12 months.
Are a full-time student in Alberta, but your permanent residence is in another jurisdiction.
Are working in Alberta as part of a co-op program of study, but your permanent residence is in another jurisdiction.

All valid Canadian driver's licences can be directly exchanged for an equivalent class of Alberta operating licence (classes 1-7).

The following countries have a reciprocal agreement with Alberta to exchange for another Alberta Class 5 licences:

For more information, speak to an AMA Registry agent

The following documents may be considered for proof of legal presence in Canada:

Valid Canadian Passport
Canadian Issued Birth Certificate
Canadian Indian Status Card (Federal)
Record of Landing
Permanent Residence Card
Canadian Citizenship Card
Student Authorization (Federal)
Employee Authorization (Federal)
NEXUS card
Visitor Record - issued to missionaries authorized to drive OR Out of Country spouses of Canadian citizens who are Alberta residents (proof of marriage required)

Proof of Alberta residency documents must be:

You may use:

Utility, telephone, gas,or cable TV bill.
Current bank or credit card statements.
Mortgage documents or residential lease.
Federal Income Tax Return.
Alberta Social Benefits documents.
Land Title documents.
Written confirmation of employment. Must include an employer's contact name and phone number for verification.
Written confirmation from an educational institution in Alberta indicating that dependents are attending school.

Medical reports are required for individuals who:

Have a medical condition and/or physical disability that may affect their ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Are applying for a class 1, 2 or 4 operator's licence.
Are 75 years of age or older.