How to Renew Your BC Services Card (MSP Health Card)

Adults in B.C. renew their BC Services Card by the expiry date on the card, at an ICBC driver licensing office, often together with their driver's licence. The card itself is free. Bring two pieces of ID and have your photo taken. People 75 and older and under 19 don't need to renew.

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Cost

There is no fee to get or replace a BC Services Card. If it is combined with your driver's licence, the normal licence renewal fee applies.

Who doesn't need to renew

75 and older: not required to renew, but can get a new card when renewing a licence or BCID. If you can't get to an office, call Health Insurance BC for a non-photo card by mail.
Under 19: not required to renew. Children get non-photo cards automatically.

Lost, stolen or damaged card

Photo card: report it to ICBC and get a replacement at a driver licensing office. Non-photo card: call Health Insurance BC.

Step by step

Check the expiry date on your card.
Renew by that date.
Book an appointment at an ICBC driver licensing office, or walk in.
If you drive, renew it when you renew your licence.
Bring two pieces of ID.
One must be primary ID. You will also declare that you live in B.C.
Have your photo taken.

Phone numbers

Health Insurance BC (non-photo cards, MSP)

1-800-663-7100

In Vancouver: 604-683-7151

ICBC driver licensing (lost photo cards)

1-800-950-1498

In Victoria: 250-978-8300

British Columbia Health Card, Licence and Benefits A plain-language guide to the main British Columbia services: renewing your BC Services Card, renewing your driver's licence, and provincial benefits. How to Renew a BC Driver's Licence at ICBC B.C. driver's licences are renewed in person at an ICBC driver licensing office, up to 180 days before they expire. Book an appointment, bring two pieces of accepted ID and pay the fee. Renewing early doesn't shorten your licence, and any debts to ICBC or the province must be paid first. Provincial Services: Health Cards, Licences, Benefits Plain-language guides to renewing your health card and driver's licence in each of Canada's 10 provinces, and the provincial benefits paid along with your federal benefits.

Frequently asked questions

Is the BC Services Card free?

Yes. There is no fee to get or replace it, unless it is combined with your driver's licence.

Can I renew my BC Services Card online?

Not at the moment. Renewal is in person at an ICBC driver licensing office.

Sources

Your BC Services Card (gov.bc.ca) (checked 2026-11-10) (www2.gov.bc.ca)

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