Riverbend Registry Frequently Asked Questions

At Riverbend Registry, we provide the following registry services:

• Driver Licensing
• Vehicle Registration
• Personal Property
• Birth Certificates
• Alberta Land Titles
• Vital Statistics
• Corporate Registry
• Insurance Services
• Authorization for Vehicle Service

We also offer additional registry services, including:

• Driver Abstracts
• Fine Payments
• Ignition Interlock Application
• Alberta Identification Cards
• Notary Public (By appointment only)
• Commissioner for Oaths (By appointment only)

Our hours of operation are:

Monday - Friday: 9:00AM-6:00PM
Saturday: 9:00AM-4:00PM

We are closed on Sundays and all statutory holidays.

No, we offer walk-in services for all registry needs with the exception of Notary Public and Commissioner for Oaths services. If you require either of these two services, please call us at (780) 437-7355.

You can book your road test online at Riverbend Registry.

You will need to bring your Motor Vehicle Identification (MVID) number - this is the 9-digit number found near the barcode of your Class 7 learner’s licence, a completed and passed knowledge test validated by an authorized Alberta Registry Agent, and a passed medical (within 6 months).

All outstanding fines owed to the Government of Alberta must be paid before you can book a road test. Before you book your road test online, verify your eligibility or check with us at Riverbend Registry.

You must ensure your vehicle meets safety standards for road tests. If you cannot provide a vehicle for your road test, there are rental vehicles available. You can add a rental vehicle for your road test at the time of booking.

Your road test has a maximum number of points you can get before you fail. For Class 1, 2, 3, or 4 licences, you will need less than 50 points to pass. For Class 5, 5 Advanced, 6, or 6 Advanced, you will need less than 75 points to pass. You will receive an automatic fail on your road test if you endanger a pedestrian or another driver, drive unsafely, or break traffic laws.

To register a car for the first time, you will need to bring:

• Valid, government-issued identification
• The original Bill of Sale or Lease Agreement
• For a brand new vehicle, the original New Vehicle Information Statement given to you by the dealership
• Proof of valid insurance with current Alberta address

To renew your car registration, you will need to bring:

• Valid, government-issued identification
• Proof of valid insurance (expired insurance or insurance that has not started yet will not be accepted)

To register an out-of-province vehicle, you will need to bring:

• An approved out-of-province inspection, which must be dated within the last 14 days from the time of inspection
• Valid, government-issued identification
• Bill of Sale or proof of registration from the other province
• Proof of valid Alberta insurance

No, Alberta no longer sends vehicle renewal reminders in the mail. You can sign up for email or text renewal reminders online at Alberta’s Renewal Reminder Service.

To get or renew your Alberta driver’s licence, bring your current licence (if you have one), valid government-issued ID, and any required supporting documents. Starting July 2, 2026, Albertans renewing a driver's licence or ID card must also provide proof that they are legally entitled to be in or remain in Canada.

Once this information has been verified, you generally won't need to provide it again unless your status changes. If your licence has expired for an extended period, you may also need additional documentation, such as a passport or birth certificate. Depending on your age, licence class, or specific circumstances, a medical form may also be required.

If you're coming in to renew your driver's licence or ID card, it's a good idea to have all of your documents ready before you arrive. Depending on your situation, you may need:

• Your current Alberta driver's licence or ID card
• Acceptable government-issued identification
• Proof that you're legally entitled to be in or remain in Canada
• Any additional documents required for your specific renewal

Having everything ready ahead of time helps make your visit quicker and reduces the chance of needing a second trip.

Along with the new legal entitlement verification requirement, Alberta is also introducing a couple of optional updates for eligible Albertans. You can choose to add a Canadian citizenship marker to your driver's licence or ID card, as well as your Personal Health Number (PHN). These features are completely optional, but can make identification a little more convenient by keeping important information together on one card.

To apply for a Class 7 Learner’s Licence in Alberta, you will need to bring:

• Valid identification documents
• Proof of Alberta residency
• Proof that you are legally entitled to be in or remain in Canada
• Consent from a parent or legal guardian, if you are under 18

If you're exchanging an out-of-province driver's licence for an Alberta one, you'll typically need to bring:

• Your current out-of-province driver's licence
• Proof of Alberta residency
• Proof that you're legally entitled to be in or remain in Canada
• Any additional identification or legal name change documents, if required

If your legal entitlement documents confirm Canadian citizenship, you can also choose to have a Canadian citizenship marker added to your Alberta driver's licence. If you're unsure which documents apply to your situation, the team at Riverbend Registry is happy to help you figure it out before your visit.

Each child born in Alberta must be registered before you can apply for a Birth Certificate. The Birth Registration is left with the hospital where the child was born and forwarded from there to Vital Statistics within 10 days of the child’s date of birth. The Birth Registration must be completed accurately as the information recorded is used to order a Birth Certificate. You can apply for a Birth Certificate in person at Riverbend Registry.

You can order a replacement Birth Certificate in person at Riverbend Registry.

An Alberta Birth Certificate costs $20 for the government fee. All Alberta registry agents are authorized to charge a service fee.

Alberta Birth Certificates are typically processed within 2-3 business days once Vital Statistics receives the application. The process may take longer if there is additional information required.