As of December 15, 2025, new eligibility requirements for a Class 1 driver’s licence will be in effect.
Exceptions will be made to allow anyone who began the process of obtaining a Class 1 licence before December 15, 2025 to continue following the steps required under the regulations in effect at that time, provided certain conditions are met. The SAAQ will contact all those covered by this measure between now and the end of the year.
To find out what is required in your particular situation, please fill out the form at the bottom of the page.
Non-resident of Québec
If your principal residence is not in the province of Québec and you hold a valid driver’s licence issued by another Canadian province or territory or another country, you can drive in Québec for six consecutive months. After that time, you must hold an international driving permit.
If you are a temporary foreign worker, you are considered a non-resident if you are in one of the following situations:
Your principal residence is not in Québec.
You have the right to stay in Canada for six months or less.
New resident in Québec
If your principal residence is in the province of Québec, you must obtain a Québec licence if you:
have Canadian citizenship
are a permanent resident
have another type of immigration status
You can apply for your licence as soon as you arrive.
If you are a temporary foreign worker, you are considered a new resident if you meet the following two criteria:
Your principal residence is in Québec.
You have the right to stay in Canada for longer than six months.
Driving with a driver’s licence issued outside Québec
As a new resident, you can drive the following vehicles for up to six consecutive months:
a passenger vehicle
a motorcycle
a moped or scooter
However, your driver’s licence issued outside Québec must be valid and authorize you to drive these categories of vehicles.
Even if your current licence authorizes you to, you may not drive:
a truck or heavy vehicle combination
an emergency vehicle
a bus
a minibus
a taxi or a vehicle comparable to a taxi
To drive these vehicles, you must obtain a Québec licence of the appropriate class. Depending on the category of vehicle you wish to drive, you may have to take a training course and pass proficiency tests.
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If you are a student or trainee from another Canadian province or territory or from abroad, you are allowed to drive for the duration of your studies or traineeship, provided:
you have a valid driver’s licence issued by another Canadian province or territory or a foreign country
that licence authorizes you to drive the type of vehicle that you are using
You cannot obtain a Québec licence unless you decide to take up residence in Québec.
Vehicles that you may drive
If your licence authorizes you to, you may drive:
a passenger vehicle
a motorcycle
a A 2- or 3-wheel passenger vehicle equipped with an electric motor or a gasoline-powered engine with a cylinder capacity of no more than 50 cc and an automatic transmission.
What if your licence is written in a language other than French or English?
You must always drive with both licences – your driver's licence issued outside Québec and your international driving permit. You are allowed to drive in Québec for as long as both these licences are valid.
The international driving permit can only be issued in the country in which you obtained your driver's licence , and may be valid for one to three years. You must apply for your permit before coming to Québec.
If your licence is written in a language other than French or English
We recommend that you get an international driving permit before coming to Québec, regardless of the length of your stay.
If you take up residence in Québec
If your licence issued outside Québec authorizes you to, you may operate a passenger vehicle, motorcycle or A 2- or 3-wheel passenger vehicle equipped with an electric motor or a gasoline-powered engine with a cylinder capacity of no more than 50 cc and an automatic transmission. during the first six months after setting in Québec.
After that time, you are required to hold a Québec licence. You may apply for a Québec licence as soon as you settle in the province. The process for obtaining such a licence varies depending on which jurisdiction issued your driver's licence.
Documents to provide
Documents required to check your eligibility
Your licence issued elsewhere in Canada
Proof of Canadian citizenship or the right to stay in Canada
Proof of residency in Québec
Proof that you were a resident in the province or territory that issued your licence if you obtained your licence within the previous three years
You do not have to provide your driving record, but if you do, it may allow you to skip certain steps in obtaining a Québec driver’s licence.
Vehicles that you may drive during the first six months
During the first 6 months after settling in Québec, you may drive:
a passenger vehicle
a motorcycle
a A 2- or 3-wheel passenger vehicle equipped with an electric motor or a gasoline-powered engine with a cylinder capacity of no more than 50 cc and an automatic transmission.
However, make sure that your driver's licence issued elsewhere in Canada:
is valid
authorizes you to drive the type of road vehicle that you are using
Vehicles that you may not drive with your licence issued elsewhere in Canada
Even if your current licence authorizes you to, you may not drive:
a truck or heavy vehicle combination
an emergency vehicle
a bus
a minibus
a taxi or a vehicle comparable to a taxi
Québec driver’s licence required after the first six months
Here is the procedure to obtain a Québec licence, according to the road vehicle that you drive. You can begin the application process as soon as you settle in Québec.
For all road vehicles, except heavy vehicle combinations (Class 1)
You must L'échange permet au titulaire d'un permis délivré dans une province canadienne autre que le Québec, aux États-Unis ou dans un pays ayant signé une entente avec le Québec d'obtenir un permis équivalent du Québec sans avoir à suivre un cours de conduite. Dans certains cas, le titulaire doit réussir des examens de compétence avant de pouvoir échanger son permis. issued in another Canadian jurisdiction for a Québec licence corresponding to the equivalent class.
If your licence is valid or expired less than three years ago
You do not have to pass any Les examens de compétence permettent à la SAAQ de vérifier les connaissances et les habiletés des conducteurs. Ils peuvent être théoriques ou pratiques et diffèrent selon la classe de permis de conduire. Ils sont presque toujours obligatoires dès qu'une personne veut obtenir un permis pour la première fois. to obtain a driver's licence.
If your licence expired three or more years age
You must pass the Les examens de compétence permettent à la SAAQ de vérifier les connaissances et les habiletés des conducteurs. Ils peuvent être théoriques ou pratiques et diffèrent selon la classe de permis de conduire. Ils sont presque toujours obligatoires dès qu'une personne veut obtenir un permis pour la première fois. to obtain a new licence of the desired class.
For a truck, emergency vehicle, bus or minibus
You must submit a medical examination report.
For heavy vehicle combinations (Class 1)
If you have completed a Only training courses based on National Safety Code Standard 16 are recognized. Most Canadian provinces and territories already offer training based on this standard. AND
your driver’s licence is valid or expired less than three years ago:
You must undergo a medical examination
You can exchange your driver’s licence without having to pass the proficiency tests
your driver’s licence expired three or more years ago:
You must undergo a medical examination
You must pass the Class 1 knowledge and road tests
If you have not completed a Only training courses based on National Safety Code Standard 16 are recognized. Most Canadian provinces and territories already offer training based on this standard.
If you have 24 or more months of experience driving a Class 1 (or equivalent) vehicle AND
your driver’s licence is valid or expired less than three years ago:
You must undergo a medical examination
You can exchange your driver’s licence without having to pass the proficiency tests
your driver’s licence expired three or more years ago:
You must undergo a medical examination
You must pass the Class 1 knowledge and road tests
If you have between 12 and 24 months of experience driving a Class 1 (or equivalent) vehicle AND
your driver’s licence is valid or expired less than three years ago:
You must undergo a medical examination
You must pass the Class 1 knowledge and road tests
If you fail the Class 1 tests twice, you will be required to complete mandatory training
your driver’s licence expired three or more years ago:
You must complete mandatory training
If you have less than 12 months of experience driving a Class 1 (or equivalent) vehicle:
You must complete mandatory training
Procedure to exchange your licence
Step 1 – Meet the following conditions:
be aged 16 or older (or 14 for a Class 6D licence for a moped or scooter with an engine displacement of 50 cc or less)
hold a driver's licence issued in another Canadian jurisdiction
have your principal residence in Québec
have Canadian citizenship or the right to stay in Canada for more than six months
If you need help completing the form, please call 1‑833‑762-1502.
We will contact you by phone or email within 20 business days after receiving your completed form.
Step 3 – Go to your service centre appointment with the following original documents:
your driver's licence from another Canadian province or territory
proof of Canadian citizenship or the right to stay in Canada
proof of residency in Québec
proof that you were a resident in the province or territory that issued your licence if you have held your licence for less than three years
your driving record (recommended)
In certain situations, other documents may be required. When one of our representatives contacts you to schedule an appointment, be sure to ask which documents you must bring with you.
Step 4 – Pass the proficiency tests, if required
Knowledge test
Depending on your situation, you may be able to take the knowledge test at the service centre on the same day as your appointment, or you may have to make another appointment. The fees for the test are $13.50.
Road tests
Once you pass the knowledge test, you may make an appointment for the road test or test (depending on the desired licence class).
If you wish to make an appointment for a knowledge or road test, but you do not have a Health Insurance Card because you have not been living in Québec for very long, call 1-800-361-7620, then press 2 and 2 again to speak to one of our representatives.
Step 5 – Pay the licence exchange fees
The licence exchange fees vary depending on the licence class, and are higher if you apply for an additional licence class.
Payment options
At our service outlets, we accept payment:
in cash
by debit card (not available at some service outlets)
If the SAAQ recognizes that you have less than 24 months of experience driving a passenger vehicle, you will obtain a Licence issued to a person driving an automobile or a motorcycle alone for the first time. This licence allows the holder to acquire the driving experience necessary to obtain a driver's licence (24 months). The holder is subject to the zero-alcohol rule and the 4-demerit point bracket. . You will hold this licence until 24 months of driving experience have been recognized. We determine your experience on the basis of your driver’s licence and driving record.
Documents to provide
Documents required to confirm your eligibility
Your American driver's licence
Proof of Canadian citizenship or the right to stay in Canada
Proof of residency in Québec
Proof that you were a resident in the American state that issued your licence if you obtained your licence within the last three years
Your You do not have to provide your driving record, but if you do, it may allow you to skip certain steps in obtaining a Québec driver’s licence.
Exceptional measures have been put into place for individuals who, prior toDecember 15, 2025,were declared eligible to exchange their licence authorizing them to drive heavy vehicle combinations (Class 1).
If this is your situation, the SAAQ will contact you before the end of the year.You will have until June 14, 2026 to obtain a Class 1 licence with the conditions in effect prior to December 15:
you must undergo a medical examination;
you must pass the Class 1 knowledge and road tests.
Vehicles that you may drive during the first six months
During the first six months after settling in Québec you may drive:
a passenger vehicle
a motorcycle
a A 2- or 3-wheel passenger vehicle equipped with an electric motor or a gasoline-powered engine with a cylinder capacity of no more than 50 cc and an automatic transmission.
However, make sure that your foreign licence:
is valid
authorizes you to drive the type of road vehicle that you are using
Québec driver’s licence required after the first six months
Here is the procedure to obtain a Québec licence, according to the road vehicle that you drive. You can begin the application process as soon as you settle in Québec.
For a passenger vehicle, moped or scooter, or a farm tractor
You must Licence exchange allows holders of a licence issued in a Canadian province or territory other than Québec, in the United States or in a country that has entered into an agreement with Québec to obtain an equivalent Québec licence without having to follow a driving course. In some cases, holders may have to pass proficiency examinations before being eligible to exchange their licence. for a Québec licence corresponding to the equivalent class.
If your licence is valid or expired less than three years ago
You do not have to pass a Proficiency examinations allow the SAAQ to check the knowledge and skills of drivers. They include both knowledge and road tests and differ based on the class of driver's licence. They are almost always mandatory when an individual wants to obtain a licence for the first time. to obtain a passenger vehicle, farm tractor, moped or scooter licence.
If your licence expired three or more years ago
You must pass Proficiency examinations allow the SAAQ to check the knowledge and skills of drivers. They include both knowledge and road tests and differ based on the class of driver's licence. They are almost always mandatory when an individual wants to obtain a licence for the first time. before exchanging your American licence for a Québec passenger vehicle, farm tractor, moped or scooter licence.
For a motorcycle
You must Licence exchange allows holders of a licence issued in a Canadian province or territory other than Québec, in the United States or in a country that has entered into an agreement with Québec to obtain an equivalent Québec licence without having to follow a driving course. In some cases, holders may have to pass proficiency examinations before being eligible to exchange their licence. to operate a motorcycle for a Québec licence after first passing the motorcycle (Classes 6A, 6B and 6C)Proficiency examinations allow the SAAQ to check the knowledge and skills of drivers. They include both knowledge and road tests and differ based on the class of driver's licence. They are almost always mandatory when an individual wants to obtain a licence for the first time. .
For a truck, emergency vehicle, bus or minibus
You must Licence exchange allows holders of a licence issued in a Canadian province or territory other than Québec, in the United States or in a country that has entered into an agreement with Québec to obtain an equivalent Québec licence without having to follow a driving course. In some cases, holders may have to pass proficiency examinations before being eligible to exchange their licence. for a Québec licence corresponding to the equivalent class. To do so, you must:
undergo a medical examination
pass the Proficiency examinations allow the SAAQ to check the knowledge and skills of drivers. They include both knowledge and road tests and differ based on the class of driver's licence. They are almost always mandatory when an individual wants to obtain a licence for the first time. (knowledge test and road tests) to obtain the desired licence class
For heavy vehicle combinations (Class 1)
If you have 24 or more months of experience driving a New requirements for exchanging a Class 1 licence come into effect on December 15, 2025. (or equivalent) vehicle:
You must undergo a medical examination
You must pass the Class 1 knowledge and road tests
If you have between 12 and 24 months of experience driving a New requirements for exchanging a Class 1 licence come into effect on December 15, 2025. (or equivalent) vehicle AND
your driver’s licence is valid or expired less than three years ago:
You must undergo a medical examination
You must pass the Class 1 knowledge and road tests
If you fail the Class 1 tests twice, you will be required to complete mandatory training
your driver’s licence expired three or more years ago:
If you have less than 12 months of experience driving a New requirements for exchanging a Class 1 licence come into effect on December 15, 2025. (or equivalent) vehicle:
If you need help completing the form, please call 1 833 762-1502.
We will contact you by phone or email within 20 business days after receiving your completed form.
Step 3 – Go to your service centre where you have your appointment with the following original documents:
your American driver's licence
proof of Canadian citizenship or the right to stay in Canada
proof of residency in Québec
proof that you resided in the American jurisdiction that issued your licence if you have held your licence for less than three years
your driving record (recommended)
In certain situations, other documents may be required. When one of our representatives contacts you to schedule an appointment, be sure to ask which documents you must bring with you.
Step 4 (optional) – Pass the motorcycle proficiency tests (Classes 6A, 6B and 6C)
To help you prepare for the tests, we recommend you study the following publications, as applicable:
Paper versions can also be purchased at bookstores in Québec.
You can also read:
the Road Access Binder, available in both French and English at driving schools recognized by the SAAQ
Knowledge test
Depending on your situation, you may be able to take the knowledge test at the service centre on the same day as your appointment, or you may have to make another appointment. The fees for the test are $13.50.
Road tests
Once you pass the knowledge test, you may make an appointment for the road tests:
If you wish to make an appointment for a knowledge or road test, but you do not have a Health Insurance Card because you have not been living in Québec for very long, call 1-800-361-7620, then press 2 and 2 again to speak to one of our representatives.
On the day of your road test(s), you must pay the applicable fees . Once you pass the applicable road test(s), you will be allowed to exchange your licence.
On the day of the road test, you must pay the applicable fees. If you pass the test, you will be allowed to exchange your licence.
Step 5 – Pay the licence exchange fees
The licence exchange fees vary depending on the licence class, and are higher if you apply for an additional licence class.
Payment options
At our service outlets, we accept payment:
in cash
by debit card (not available at some service outlets)
If the SAAQ considers that you have less than 24 months of experience driving a passenger vehicle, you will obtain a Licence issued to a person driving an automobile or a motorcycle alone for the first time. This licence allows the holder to acquire the driving experience necessary to obtain a driver's licence (24 months). The holder is subject to the zero-alcohol rule and the 4-demerit point bracket. . You will hold this licence until 24 months of driving experience have been recognized. We base ourselves on your American driver’s licence and driving record when recognizing your months of driving experience.
Note that if you previously held a Québec driver’s licence that was cancelled or expired three or more years ago, you will not have to take the knowledge or road tests for a class covered by that licence if you meet the following two conditions:
Your foreign driver’s licence bears the equivalent class
Your foreign driver’s licence is valid or expired less than three years ago
Documents to provide
Documents required to confirm your eligibility
Your foreign driver's licence
Proof of Canadian citizenship or the right to stay in Canada
Proof of residency in Québec
Proof that you were a resident in the country that issued your licence if you have held your licence for less than three years
An official or certified translation of any required documents written in a language other than French or English
Vehicles that you may drive during the first six months
During the first six months after settling in Québec you may drive:
a passenger vehicle
a motorcycle
a A 2- or 3-wheel passenger vehicle equipped with an electric motor or a gasoline-powered engine with a cylinder capacity of no more than 50 cc and an automatic transmission.
However, make sure that your foreign licence:
is valid
authorizes you to drive the type of road vehicle that you are using
Québec driver’s licence required after the first six months
Here is the procedure to obtain a Québec licence, according to the road vehicle that you drive. You can begin the application process as soon as you settle in Québec.
For a passenger vehicle or moped or scooter
You must Licence exchange allows holders of a licence issued in a Canadian province or territory other than Québec, in the United States or in a country that has entered into an agreement with Québec to obtain an equivalent Québec licence without having to follow a driving course. In some cases, holders may have to pass proficiency examinations before being eligible to exchange their licence. for a Québec licence.
For a motorcycle
You must Licence exchange allows holders of a licence issued in a Canadian province or territory other than Québec, in the United States or in a country that has entered into an agreement with Québec to obtain an equivalent Québec licence without having to follow a driving course. In some cases, holders may have to pass proficiency examinations before being eligible to exchange their licence. to operate a motorcycle for a Québec licence after first passing the motorcycle(Classes 6A, 6B and 6C)Proficiency examinations allow the SAAQ to check the knowledge and skills of drivers. They include both knowledge and road tests and differ based on the class of driver's licence. They are almost always mandatory when an individual wants to obtain a licence for the first time. . You may begin the application process as soon as you arrive in Québec.
If your licence has expired
In most cases, you must pass the applicable Proficiency examinations allow the SAAQ to check the knowledge and skills of drivers. They include both knowledge and road tests and differ based on the class of driver's licence. They are almost always mandatory when an individual wants to obtain a licence for the first time. to obtain a passenger vehicle or moped or scooter licence.
Vehicles that you may not drive with a foreign licence
Even if your foreign licence authorizes you to, you may not drive:
a truck or heavy vehicle combination
an emergency vehicle
a bus
a minibus
a taxi or a vehicle comparable to a taxi
Procedure to be authorized to drive these vehicles (New requirements for exchanging a Class 1 licence come into effect on December 15, 2025. , 2, 3, 4A and 4B vehicles)
You must first obtain a Québec Classe 5 licence. After that, you will be able to apply for any other licence class you wish to obtain by meeting the requirements specific to that licence class and following the graduated licensing process.
Procedure to exchange your licence
Step 1 – Meet the following conditions:
be aged 16 or older (or 14 for a Class 6D licence for a moped or scooter with an engine displacement of 50 cc or less)
have a foreign driver's licence authorizing you to drive a passenger vehicle or operate a motorcycle or A 2- or 3-wheel passenger vehicle equipped with an electric motor or a gasoline-powered engine with a cylinder capacity of no more than 50 cc and an automatic transmission.
have your principal residence in Québec
have Canadian citizenship or the right to stay in Canada for more than six months
If you need help completing the form, please call 1 833 762-1502.
We will contact you by phone or email within 20 business days after receiving your completed form.
Step 3 – Go to your service centre appointment with the following original documents:
your foreign driver’s licence
proof of Canadian citizenship or the right to stay in Canada
proof of residency in Québec
proof that you were a resident of the country that issued your driver’s licence was licence if you have held your licence for less than three years
your driving record (recommended)
An official or certified translation of any required documents written in a language other than French or English (the international driver’s permit is not considered an official translation of your driver's licence)
In certain situations, other documents may be required. When one of our representatives contacts you to schedule an appointment, be sure to ask which documents you must bring with you.
Translation of documents written in a language other than French or English
You must have them translated by a translator who is a member of one of the following:
Paper versions can also be purchased at bookstores in Québec.
You can also read:
the Road Access Binder, available in both French and English from driving schools recognized by the SAAQ
Knowledge test
Depending on your situation, you may be able to take the knowledge test at the service centre on the same day as your appointment, or you may have to make another appointment. The fees for the test are $13.50.
Road tests
Once you pass the knowledge test, you can schedule an appointment for the applicable road test(s):
If you wish to make an appointment for a knowledge or road test, but you do not have a Health Insurance Card because you have not been living in Québec for very long, call 1-800-361-7620, then press 2 and 2 again to speak to one of our representatives.
On the day of your road test(s), you must pay the applicable fees . Once you pass the applicable road test(s), you will be allowed to exchange your licence.
Step 5 – Pay the licence exchange fees
The licence exchange fees vary depending on the licence class, and are higher if you apply for an additional licence class.
Payment options
At our service outlets, we accept payment:
in cash
by debit card (not available at some service outlets)
If the SAAQ considers that you have less than 24 months of experience driving a passenger vehicle, you will obtain a Licence issued to a person driving an automobile or a motorcycle alone for the first time. This licence allows the holder to acquire the driving experience necessary to obtain a driver's licence (24 months). The holder is subject to the zero-alcohol rule and the 4-demerit point bracket. . You will hold this licence until 24 months of driving experience have been recognized. We base ourselves on your American driver’s licence and driving record when recognizing your months of driving experience.
Note that if you previously held a Québec driver’s licence that was cancelled or expired three or more years ago, you will not have to take the knowledge or road tests for a class covered by that licence if you meet the following two conditions:
Your foreign driver’s licence bears the equivalent class
Your foreign driver’s licence is valid or expired less than three years ago
Documents to provide
Documents required to confirm your eligibility
Your foreign driver's licence
Proof of Canadian citizenship or the right to stay in Canada
Proof of residence in Québec
Proof of that you were a resident in the country or jurisdiction that issued your licence if you have held your licence for less than three years
An official or certified translation of any required documents written in a language other than French or English
Vehicles that you may drive during the first six months
During the first six months after settling in Québec you may drive:
a passenger vehicle
a motorcycle
a A 2- or 3-wheel passenger vehicle equipped with an electric motor or a gasoline-powered engine with a cylinder capacity of no more than 50 cc and an automatic transmission.
However, make sure that your foreign licence:
is valid
authorizes you to drive the type of road vehicle that you are using
Québec driver’s licence required after the first six months
Here is the procedure to obtain a Québec licence, according to the road vehicle that you drive. You can begin the application process as soon as you settle in Québec.
Important!
Should you fail the road test, you will no longer be authorized to drive with your foreign driver’s licence. Instead, you will be issued a learner’s licence, which comes with the following conditions:
You must be accompanied while driving by someone who holds a valid Québec Class 5 driver’s licence and has at least two years of driving experience.
It is therefore important that someone with a valid driver’s licence accompany you to your road test, as that person will be able to drive you home if need be.
Once you pass the road test, you will be issued either a probationary licence or a regular driver’s licence, depending on your the years of driving experience recognized by the SAAQ.
For a passenger vehicle
To be eligible to obtain a Class 5 Québec passenger vehicle licence by passing the required proficiency tests, you must have held a passenger vehicle driver’s licence for at least one year before settling in Québec.
If you had less than one year of driving experience upon arrival in Québec
If you need help completing the form, please call 1-833-306-3041.
We will contact you by phone or email within 20 business days after receiving your completed form.
Step 3 – Go to your service centre appointment with the following original documents:
your foreign driver's licence
proof of Canadian citizenship or the right to stay in Canada
proof of residence in Québec
proof that you were a resident of the country that issued your driver's licence if you obtained your have held your licence for less than three years
an official or certified translation of any documents written in a language other than French or English (the international driver's permit is not considered an official translation of your driver's licence)
In certain situations, other documents may be required. When one of our representatives contacts you to schedule an appointment, be sure to ask which documents you must bring with you.
Translation of documents written in a language other than French or English
You must have them translated by a translator who is a member of one of the following:
To help you prepare for the tests , we recommend you study the following publications, which are available in Québec bookstores but can also be downloaded free of charge here:
Paper versions can also be purchased at bookstores in Québec.
You can also read:
the Road Access Binder, available in both French and English from driving schools recognized by the SAAQ
Knowledge test
Depending on your situation, you may be able to take the knowledge test at the service centre on the same day as your appointment, or you may have to make another appointment. The test fee is $13.50.
Road test
Once you pass the knowledge test, you can schedule an appointment for the road test:
If you wish to make an appointment for a knowledge or road test, but you do not have a Health Insurance Card because you have not been living in Québec for very long, call 1-800-361-7620, then press 2 and 2 again to speak to one of our representatives.
On the day of your road test, you must pay the applicable fees. Once you pass the road test, you can obtain a licence.
Step 5 – Pay the applicable fees to obtain your licence
The licence fees vary depending on the licence class.
Payment options
At our service outlets, we accept payment:
in cash
by debit card (not available at some service outlets)
If the SAAQ considers that you have less than 24 months of experience driving a passenger vehicle, you will obtain a Licence issued to a person driving an automobile or a motorcycle alone for the first time. This licence allows the holder to acquire the driving experience necessary to obtain a driver's licence (24 months). The holder is subject to the zero-alcohol rule and the 4-demerit point bracket. . You will hold this licence until 24 months of driving experience have been recognized. We base ourselves on your American driver’s licence and driving record when recognizing your months of driving experience.