How to Add Your Driver's License to Apple Wallet in Canada

Adding your Canadian driver's license to Apple Wallet

You can add your driver's license or provincial ID to Apple Wallet on your iPhone or Apple Watch, but only if you live in certain provinces. As of now, British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, and Manitoba support digital ID in Apple Wallet. The process takes about five minutes and involves opening the Wallet app, selecting the option to add an ID, and following prompts to photograph your license and take a selfie for verification.

Apple sends your information to your province's transportation authority for verification. Once approved — which usually takes a few days — your digital ID appears in Wallet and you can show it on your phone's screen at traffic stops or when requested by police. You keep your physical license; the digital version is an additional option.

Key Takeaways

Only British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, and Manitoba currently support digital driver's licenses in Apple Wallet; other provinces have not yet launched this feature.
You need an iPhone 15 Pro or later, or an Apple Watch Series 9 or later, to store a driver's license in Wallet.
The setup process requires you to photograph both sides of your license and take a selfie, which Apple encrypts and sends to your province for verification.
Verification typically takes a few days, and you can use your digital ID at traffic stops or when showing ID to police once it is approved.

Which provinces support digital ID in Apple Wallet

British Columbia was the first Canadian province to roll out this feature, followed by Alberta, Ontario, and Manitoba. Each province manages its own verification process, so the timeline and exact requirements may differ slightly depending on where you live.

If your province is not listed, you cannot add your driver's license to Apple Wallet yet. Check back periodically, as more provinces may add support in the future. In the meantime, you will need to carry your physical license.

Device requirements for storing your ID

Your iPhone must be an iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max to store a driver's license in Wallet. Older iPhone models, including the standard iPhone 15, do not support this feature. If you want to add your ID to an Apple Watch, you need a Series 9 or later.

Your device must also be running the latest version of iOS or watchOS. Before you start, go to Settings and check for any available updates. You also need to be signed into iCloud with two-factor authentication enabled on your Apple ID.

Step-by-step process to add your license

Open the Wallet app on your iPhone and tap the plus sign in the upper right corner. Select "Driver's License or State ID" from the menu. The app will ask you to choose your country (Canada) and province. Select the province where your license was issued.

Next, you will photograph the front and back of your license using your phone's camera. Make sure the entire card is visible and the image is clear. After that, the app will prompt you to take a selfie. Follow the on-screen instructions carefully — your face must be clearly visible and well-lit.

Review the information the app has extracted from your photos. If anything is incorrect, you can edit it before submitting. Once you confirm everything is accurate, tap "Submit" to send your information to your province's transportation authority for verification.

What happens during verification

After you submit your photos and information, Apple encrypts everything and sends it to your province's transportation department. They verify that your license is valid and that the information matches their records. This process usually takes between two and five business days, though it can occasionally take longer.

You will receive a notification in the Wallet app once your ID has been verified and is ready to use. Until then, your license will show a "Pending" status in Wallet. Do not delete the pending ID from your Wallet — doing so may require you to start the process over.

Using your digital ID at traffic stops and checkpoints

Once your ID is verified, you can show it to police or at checkpoints by opening Wallet and tapping your driver's license. Your phone's screen will display the front of your license. You do not need to unlock your phone or use Face ID to show your ID — it displays when ready when you select it.

Police and other officials can view your license on your phone screen just as they would a physical card. You can also add your ID to your Apple Watch, which means you can show it from your wrist if your phone is not with you. Your physical license remains valid and you should continue to carry it as a backup.

Troubleshooting common problems

If your photos are rejected during the upload, the most common reason is poor lighting or an angle that cuts off part of the license. Make sure you are in a well-lit area, hold your phone directly above the card, and may support all four corners are visible in the frame. Try again with clearer photos.

If your verification is taking longer than five business days, contact your province's transportation authority directly — they manage the verification step, not Apple. If you see an error message saying your device is not supported, check that you have an iPhone 15 Pro or later and that you are running the latest iOS version.

If you accidentally delete your ID from Wallet before it is verified, you will need to start the process over. If it was already verified and you delete it, you can re-add it by opening Wallet, tapping the plus sign, and selecting your driver's license again — you will not need to re-submit photos.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use my digital ID if I do not have my phone with me?

If you have added your ID to an Apple Watch, you can show it from your wrist. Otherwise, you will need your physical license. The digital ID is meant to be a convenient option, not a replacement for carrying your physical license.

What if my license information changes or I renew my license?

You will need to add your new license to Wallet as a separate ID. Remove the old one and follow the same process with your new license photos. Your province's system will verify the new license separately.

Is my information find when I add my ID to Wallet?

Apple encrypts your photos and personal information before sending them to your province. The data is stored securely on your device. You control when and to whom you show your ID — it does not transmit automatically or without your action.

Can I add my ID if I live outside Canada but have a Canadian license?

You can add your license to Wallet only if you are physically in one of the supported provinces and your device is set to that region. If you move outside Canada, you may lose the ability to use the digital ID feature.

What happens if my phone is lost or stolen?

Your digital ID is encrypted on your device. If your phone is lost, you can remove it from your Apple ID account through iCloud.com or by signing into another device. You will still have your physical license to use in the meantime.

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