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      Heavy vehicle drivers, owners and operators, here is everything you need to know to fulfil your obligations and ensure your safety and that of other road users.

      • Transportation of Passengers

        In Québec, the transportation of passengers is subject to specific requirements that concern vehicles as well as drivers, owners and operators.

        • Road Safety

          Road safety is everyone’s business and a priority for the SAAQ. Road safety starts with obeying the Highway Safety Code and adopting safe behaviours.

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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.

          • Additional Information for the Motorcycle Road Test

            This page presents the manoeuvres that will be evaluated during your road test. You will also find reference documents to help you prepare properly.

          • Additional Information for the Closed Track Motorcycle Road Test

            This page presents the manoeuvres that will be evaluated during your closed track road test. You will also find reference documents to help you...

          • Obtaining a Motorcycle Driver's Licence (Classes 6A, 6B and 6C)

            To obtain a Class 6A, 6B or 6C motorcycle driver's licence, you have to pass a knowledge test, take a driving course, and pass 2 road tests. 

          • 3-wheel motorcycles (Class 6E)

            To obtain a Class 6E licence, you must hold a Class 5 licence and complete a one-day training course.

          • Driving a 3-Wheel Vehicle

            A 3-wheel T-Rex- or Slingshot-type vehicle must be registered as a motorcycle and you must hold a Class 5 licence in order to be authorized to drive one.

          • 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.

          • 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.

          • 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.

          • 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.

          • Registering a Vehicle

            Car, motorcycle, truck, snowmobile, farm tractor, trailer… Whatever the vehicle, it must be registered.

          • Renewing Registration

            Every year, we send you a registration renewal notice. This notice contains various information, including the payment due date.

          • Personalized Licence Plates

            You can obtain a personalized licence plate and set yourself apart from other drivers by choosing a unique and original combination of letters and...

          • Registering a New or Used Motorcycle Bought from a Dealer

            If you purchase or rent a motorcycle from a motorcycle dealer or other retailer, you must register it at an SAAQ service outlet.

          • Veteran’s Licence Plate

            Once your status as a veteran has been confirmed by the Royal Canadian Legion:

            you can order your commemorative licence plate using SAAQclic  a...

          • Registering an Electric, Plug-In Hybrid or Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicle

            Effective October 26, 2017, electric, plug-in hybrid and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles must bear a green licence plate.

          • Registering a Vehicle Bought or Sold by a Business

            Vehicles bought or sold by a business must be registered at an SAAQ service outlet.

          • Temporary Registration

            A temporary registration certificate, or "transit", can be issued by the SAAQ or a dealer to allow a vehicle to operate on public roads in Québec for...

          • Mechanical Inspection

            The SAAQ has implemented various means to ensure that vehicles on Québec roads are in good mechanical condition.

          Reference Tools

          • Road Safety – Motorcycles
          • Rapport du comité moto – Volet sécurité routière (PDF, 595.0 ko) (in French only)
          • Prospective Motorcycle Operator (PDF, 859.5 ko)
          • Prospective Three-Wheeled Motorcycle Driver (Class 6E) (PDF, 1.4 Mo)
          • On a Motorcycle, Wear the Right Gear! (PDF, 230.1 ko)
          • L’asphalte râpe (PDF, 1.1 Mo)This file does not meet the Web accessibility standard. (in French only)
          • Motorcyclists, Make Sure You Are Visible (PDF, 4.1 Mo)
          • Suit Up... And Save Your Own Skin! (PDF, 567.0 ko)
          • Buyer’s Guides – On a Motorcycle
          • Guide de vérification mécanique des motocyclettes (PDF, 2.9 Mo)This file does not meet the Web accessibility standard. (in French only)
          2023 Fatigue Campaign

          2023 Fatigue Campaign

          The campaign reminds drivers that fatigue can result in accidents.

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