Getting your first B.C. driver's licence? Congratulations!
Here are the steps to get your first passenger (Class 5) licence, including the knowledge test, the "L" (learner) and "N" (novice) stages, and road tests.
Our graduated licensing program is designed to help you become a safe driver for life — and reduce your risk of crashing while learning.
Here's how to get a B.C. driver's licence if you're a new B.C. resident.
Download helpful study guides and manuals for learning to drive:
If you are just visiting B.C., you may drive with your existing driver's licence for up to six months.
Are you attending a designated educational institution in B.C.? You are permitted to drive here with your out-of-province licence. You must be registered as a full-time student.
If you are temporarily moving out of B.C. (for example, for school or work, or heading south for the winter), you may need to get a driver's licence from that jurisdiction. Check with the driver licensing department there.
