Ministry of Forests client number
Last updated on December 15, 2025The Ministry of Forests assigns a client number to each legal entity, individual and unregistered sole proprietor it does business with. The client number is used for a range of purposes including invoicing clients, awarding contracts, making payments, sending correspondence, and other business reasons.
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Who needs a client number
Every legal entity, person and unregistered sole proprietor that does business with the Ministry of Forests must have a client number.
Examples of legal entities include corporations, partnerships, sole proprietors, and societies.
Who doesn’t need a client number
A legal entity, person or unregistered sole proprietor making a one-time transaction doesn't need a client number.
Examples include a hunter buying a map or someone purchasing a publication.
How to apply
Legal entities
You must have:
- A Business BCeID and
- An email address
Legal entities must also be registered with BC Registries and be in good standing.
Individuals and unregistered sole proprietors
You must have:
- A BC Services Card Login account and
- An email address
Learn more about how to set up an account and how to log in.
Apply for a client number
Get started below. Once you’ve submitted your application, we’ll review it and email you to let you know if it’s approved.