Get a cat license
Do you own a cat? In Montréal, you need to obtain a license. It is valid in all boroughs. Here is how to obtain your license.
The cat license is valid within Montréal’s city limits and applies to indoor and outdoor cats alike. When you obtain a license, you will receive a valid tag. The cat must be wearing the tag at all times, except if he or she is microchipped.
You need to renew your cat license yearly before it expires.
As of January 1, 2020, all cats must be microchipped and sterilized.
Fees
A cat permit costs $12.75.
It may however be free of charge in certain contexts:
- Cat that originally came from a shelter
Free of charge the first year if you provide proof that you adopted your pet from a shelter 15 days prior to applying for your license. The shelter must have a valid permit issued by the Ministère de l’Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l’Alimentation (MAPAQ).
- Homeless person
Free if you provide proof that you have visited one of the organizations accredited by the city in the past six months:- Accueil Bonneau
- Action-Réinsertion (le Sac à dos)
- Le bon Dieu dans la rue, organisation pour jeunes adultes
- C.a.c.t.u.s. Montréal
- La cafétéria communautaire Multi Caf
- Carrefour d’alimentation et de partage St-Barnabé inc.
- Dîners St-Louis
- Dopamine
- Maison des amis du Plateau Mont-Royal
- La Maison Benoît Labre
- Mission Bon Accueil
- Mission Old Brewery
- Plein milieu
- Rue Action Prévention (RAP) jeunesse
- Refuge des jeunes de Montréal
- Spectre de rue Inc.
- Travail de rue / Action communautaire (TRAC)
- L’Unité d’intervention mobile L’Anonyme
- Y des femmes de Montréal
- YMCA du Québec (programme Dialogue)
Your license application may be refused if you have been found guilty of an offense related to animal welfare.
The license is not reimbursable or transferable, and cannot be assigned to another person.
Required documents
One of the following documents, as ID:
- Québec driver’s license
- Québec health insurance card
- Canadian or foreign passport
- Canadian citizenship card
- Permanent resident card
- Doctors of the World Canada ID card
One of the following documents, as proof of address:
- Bill from a public utility (electricity, telephone, gas or cable provider) that is less than three months old
- Bill from an educational institution that is less than three months old
- Monthly statement from a credit or financial institution that is less than three months old
- Notice of assessment from Revenu Québec or the Canada Revenue Agency
- School or municipal tax account statement for the current year
- Record of Employment Insurance
- Québec health insurance card renewal notice
- Québec driver’s license renewal notice
- Valid Accès Montréal card
- Home insurance statement or certificate that is less than a year old
One of the following documents, as proof of microchipping, if the cat is more than six months of age:
- Registration form or confirmation of registration (M4S ID, EIDAP, PETIDCO, Pethealth, Petwatch)
- Invoice from a veterinary clinic or a shelter confirming that the pet was microchipped
- Adoption or purchase contract confirming that the pet was microchipped
- Document containing a description of the animal and the owner’s name, issued by a veterinary clinic or a shelter, confirming that the pet was microchipped.
The microchip number must be shown on the proof of microchipping.
One of the following documents, as proof of sterilization, if the cat is more than six months of age:
- Certificate of sterilization, record, health card, health file, invoice from a veterinary clinic or shelter confirming that the pet was sterilized
- Adoption or purchase contract confirming that the pet was sterilized
- Document containing a description of the animal, issued by a veterinary clinic, confirming that the pet was sterilized
If your cat is over six months old and has not been spayed or neutered, there are three possible reasons:
- You are the owner of a breeding cat from a city-recognized breed association. In this case, you must provide the registration certificate issued by the association.
- Spaying or neutering is contraindicated for your pet. In this case, you must provide written proof from a veterinarian that states the medical reasons. Please ask your vet to fill out the “Notice of Exemption” form – Appendix 5 (in French).
- Spaying or neutering must be delayed due to your cat’s age. In this case, you must provide written proof from a veterinarian. Please ask your vet to fill out the “Notice of Exemption” form – Appendix 5 (in French).
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You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
Suite 600
Montréal, QC H2N 2H8
Go to a point of service with your documents and payment.
Point of service
Suite 600
Montréal, QC H2N 2H8
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
Montréal, QC H1K 4B9
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Point of service
Montréal, QC H1K 4B9
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
Montréal, QC H3X 2H9
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Point de service
Montréal, QC H3X 2H9
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
Montréal, QC H8S 2N4
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Point of service
Montréal, QC H8S 2N4
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
Montréal, QC H8R 4A8
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Point of service
Montréal, QC H8R 4A8
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment,
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
Suite 120
Montréal, QC H2T 3E6
Go to a point of service with your documents and payment.
Point of service
Suite 120
Montréal, QC H2T 3E6
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
First floor
Montréal, QC H4C 2K4
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Point of service
First floor
Montréal, QC H4C 2K4
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
Montréal, QC H9C 1G9
Point of service
Montréal, QC H9H 1C5
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Point of service
Montréal, QC H9C 1G9
Point of service
Montréal, QC H9H 1C5
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
Montréal, QC H1N 1E1
Go to a point of service with your documents and payment.
Point of service
Montréal, QC H1N 1E1
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
Montréal, QC H1H 5R5
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Point of service
Montréal, QC H1H 5R5
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
Montréal, QC H2V 4R2
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Point of service
Montréal, QC H2V 4R2
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
Montréal, QC H9A 2Z4
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Point of service
Montréal, QC H9A 2Z4
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
Montréal, QC H1E 6X5
Point of service
Montréal, QC H1B 2Z1
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Point of service
Montréal, QC H1E 6X5
Point of service
Montréal, QC H1B 2Z1
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
2nd floor
Montréal, QC H2G 2B3
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Point of service
2nd floor
Montréal, QC H2G 2B3
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
Montréal, QC H4M 2M7
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Point of service
Montréal, QC H4M 2M7
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
Go to a point of service with your documents and payment.
Point of service
Montréal, QC H1R 3B1
Go to a point of service with your documents and payment.
Point of service
Montréal, QC H1R 3B1
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment,
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
Montréal, QC H4G 1M4
Go to a point of service with your documents and payment.
Point of service
Montréal, QC H4G 1M4
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
Ground floor
Montréal, QC H2L 4L8
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Point of service
Ground floor
Montréal, QC H2L 4L8
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
You may file your permit application easily using our online service.
If you prefer to file your permit in person or by mail, use the form below.
Documents
Communication channels
Payment method
- Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
If you already have a license, all you have to do is renew it.
Point of service
Suite 101
Montréal, QC H3N 1M3
Go to a point of service with your documents and payment.
Point of service
Suite 101
Montréal, QC H3N 1M3
Methods of payment
- Postal money order payable to “Ville de Montréal”
- Cheque payable to “Ville de Montréal”
Send your completed form with your documents and payment.
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