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How to Renew Your MCP Card in Newfoundland and Labrador

MCP coverage for Canadian citizens lasts up to five years. About 60 days before expiry, MCP mails a renewal form; you can also renew online through MyGovNL. Renewal is free. Permanent residents renew by mail only.

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Coverage periods

WhoCoverageOnline renewal
Canadian citizensUp to 5 yearsYes, through MyGovNL
Permanent residents1 year at first, then up to 5 yearsNo
International workers and studentsUp to 1 year at a timeSee the MCP page

Don't miss the deadline

If you don't renew by the expiry date, coverage ends and you may need to apply again as a new applicant.

Step by step

  1. Watch for your renewal form.

    Citizens get it about 60 days before expiry; permanent residents about 30 days before.

  2. Return it promptly, or renew online.

    Online through MyGovNL if you are 16 or older, have lived in the province at least a year, linked your card before it expired, and the card expires within 30 days or expired less than a year ago.

Related

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Card, Licence and Benefits A plain-language guide to the main Newfoundland and Labrador services: renewing your MCP card, renewing your driver's licence, and provincial benefits. How to Renew a Newfoundland and Labrador Driver's Licence You can renew a Newfoundland and Labrador driver's licence online through MyGovNL, after linking the Driver and Vehicle service to your account. Unpaid fines must be paid first. If your licence expired less than five years ago, no tests are needed. 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 there a fee to renew an MCP card?

No. There are no fees for MCP card renewal.

Sources

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