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Obtaining a Driver's Licence

Just choose the vehicle you want to drive, and we'll take care of explaining everything else.
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Driver's Licence Renewal and Fee Payment

Every year, we send you a driver's licence renewal notice that provides various information, including the payment due date.
Renew a licence

Replacing a Driver’s Licence

Find out how to replace a licence that has been lost, stolen or damaged, or how to have your photo updated.
Reacquiring or Reinstating a Driver’s Licence

There are many steps to go through before a person can reacquire a driver's licence that has been revoked or suspended for impaired driving, a medical condition, an accumulation of demerit points, loss, theft or other reasons.
Canadian or Foreign Driver's Licence

If you hold a valid foreign licence, you are authorized to drive in Québec for 6 months. After 6 months, if you decide to settle in this province, you will be required to hold a Québec driver's licence.
Cancelling a Driver's Licence or Relinquishing a Class of Licence

You may cancel your driver's licence or relinquish a class of licence. In most cases, we can issue a reimbursement.
Correcting Information on a Driver's Licence

If an error appears on your driver's licence or if you wish to change some information, you must notify the SAAQ.
State of Health and Driver's Licences

All drivers must meet requirements regarding their state of health and their vision, and notify us of any change that may affect their ability to drive.
Conditions Added to a Driver's Licence

Conditions added to a driver's licence are mainly related to the state of health of drivers and may impose restrictions on their driving.
Driving Record Request

You can request a copy of a driving record for yourself or other drivers with their authorization.
Checking the Validity of a Driver's Licence

If you are about to lend your vehicle to another person, you should check whether his or her driver's licence is valid to avoid having your vehicle seized and impounded.
International Driving Permit

You must hold an international driving permit if you are from another country and are staying in Québec for more than 6 months.
Classes of Driver's Licence

There are 13 different classes of driver's licence in Québec. Each one authorizes its holder to drive a specific category of road vehicle.
Restricted Licence Related to a Conviction for Alcohol-Impaired Driving

A restricted licence issued after a conviction for alcohol-impaired driving authorizes its holder to only operate a vehicle equipped with an alcohol ignition interlock device.
Restricted Licence Related to an Accumulation of Demerit Points

If your licence has been revoked as a result of an accumulation of demerit points, a court could grant you a restricted licence so you can continue working.
Demerit Points

In Québec, all individuals who drive a vehicle are subject to a system of demerit points that accumulate when they are found guilty of an offence.
Vehicle Seizure and Recovery

When peace officers detect a serious Highway Safety Code offence, they can seize a vehicle for 7, 30 or 90 days. The owner may recover the vehicle no later than 10 days after the end of the impoundment period.
Driving Outside of Québec

Here are some rules to follow and things to know before and during your stay outside of Québec.

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