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Photo Identification (ID) cards

Your Student ID card, which has your photograph on it, is your access key to many student services. You should carry it with you at all times.

On this page:

Student ID Card Orders     Staff ID Information

ID Centre locations and hours      About ID cards  

ID card and photocopy service     ID cards and meal plans

ID Centre locations and hours

About ID Cards

Your student ID card is issued when you begin your studies and remains with you throughout your degree. Your student card acts as photo identification, and provides access to many student services, including:

  • The university libraries
  • The sport and recreation facilities
  • Food service meal plan
  • Buss pass
  • Secure buildings and doors 

Student ID Cards

Whether it is your first Student ID card or a replacement card, please see below for information about obtaining your ID card.

  • Student ID Cards
    To get your Student ID card, visit the Photo ID Centre and scan the QR code to join the virtual queue. When it's your turn, you will receive a text notification. We will verify your identity and photo ID eligibility, take your photo and print your ID card on site.

    What to bring?

    • Government issued-photo ID (passport, driver’s license, status card)
    • Study Permit (if applicable)
    • Visa/MasterCard (for replacement ID cards only)

     

If you are unable to visit in person to obtain your photo ID card, contact the Registrar’s Office for assistance.

Staff ID Cards

For fast and efficient same-day service, visit the Registrar’s Office to obtain your staff photo ID card.

Information on Staff ID cards and alterative request methods can be found on the Staff ID SharePoint site. 

  • In-person ID service

    For same-day service, visit the Registrar's Office. Join the online queue, and when it is your turn, we will take your photo, record your signature, and have your card ready within a few minutes. Please be sure to bring a copy of your government-issued photo ID.

  • Retired staff

    Retired staff members and certain departments are issued special ID cards. For information about these cards, contact the Registrar's Office for assistance.

Printing, scanning and photocopy services

UM Libraries offers access to printing and scanning in all locations, and access to photocopying in three locations.

Detailed information on these services can be found on the UM Libraries website.

ID card and meal plans

Many UM students and staff have meal plans. You can swipe your ID card to make food purchases on campus. More information on meal plans can be found on the Dining Services website.

Meal plans for replacement ID cards will be automatically loaded. New residence students will get their meal plan when they check into Residence.