Driver License in Canada, 2 year wait ?!?!?

[warhound]

So basically we have to wait 2 years before we can start driving ?! sheesh is there a way around ?

 

[alebreez]

I don't think so I got mine in 2 weeks from arriving I was 20 at the time and have 2 years experience.. I got G2

 

[NeedleArtist]

So basically we have to wait 2 years before we can start driving ?! sheesh is there a way around ?

To comment, need a lot more info. Specifically,
a) Do you have an existing DL?
b) Where was it issued?
c) How long have you been licensed?
d) How old are you?
e) What is your status in Canada (PR/Study Permit/Work Permit/Extended Visitor/etc.)?

... a LOT depends on the responses to these questions.

 

[wfsoomro]

Hey any idea if an international drivings license issued from Pakistan is acceptable in Canada?

 

[NeedleArtist]

Hey any idea if an international drivings license issued from Pakistan is acceptable in Canada?

It depends on your status. If you're simply visiting (as a tourist) then yes, its valid for up to 90 days in most provinces. If you are new PR, or on a work or study permit, then you must get a license from your province within 30 or 60 days, depending n the province.

Most people misunderstand what kind of a document an international driving license actually is ... it is intended to serve as a translation rather than an actual license itself, which is why it is only valid in conjunction with an actual driving license and only valid outside the country in which it was issued.

Bottom line is that if you plan to drive in Canada and you're anything other than a tourist on a short visit, you'll have to obtain a license here shortly after your arrival.

Good luck in your endeavours.

 

[spaceraceone]

To comment, need a lot more info. Specifically,
a) Do you have an existing DL?
b) Where was it issued?
c) How long have you been licensed?
d) How old are you?
e) What is your status in Canada (PR/Study Permit/Work Permit/Extended Visitor/etc.)?

That's my headache, too

a) Do you have an existing DL? - no
b) Where was it issued? -
c) How long have you been licensed? never
d) How old are you? - 28
e) What is your status in Canada - PR
I drove for 2 years in States, but that was more than 3 years ago

what woudl it be for me?

thank you

 

[badalpharm]

In which province are you?

If you are in ON, after getting G1, you have two option.

1. wait for 1 year and then take road test and get G2
2. Wait 8 month, and meanwhile take MTO approved driving course (costs about $500 - $700) and then give test.

P.S.: you do not need to wait to take G1 test.

Badal

That's my headache, too

a) Do you have an existing DL? - no
b) Where was it issued? -
c) How long have you been licensed? never
d) How old are you? - 28
e) What is your status in Canada - PR
I drove for 2 years in States, but that was more than 3 years ago

what woudl it be for me?

thank you

 

[spaceraceone]

In which province are you?

If you are in ON, after getting G1, you have two option.

1. wait for 1 year and then take road test and get G2
2. Wait 8 month, and meanwhile take MTO approved driving course (costs about $500 - $700) and then give test.

P.S.: you do not need to wait to take G1 test.

Badal

Yes, in Ontario - thanks a bunch )

 

[NeedleArtist]

In which province are you?

If you are in ON, after getting G1, you have two option.

1. wait for 1 year and then take road test and get G2
2. Wait 8 month, and meanwhile take MTO approved driving course (costs about $500 - $700) and then give test.

P.S.: you do not need to wait to take G1 test.

Badal

Another option you may have that would result in an immediate G2: You mentioned that you drove for two years in the US, albeit a few years ago. Depending on which state it was, you may be able to reinstate/renew that license, then simply do a one-for-one swap to an Ontario license. Even if you cannot, if you still have the old US license # somewhere amongst your personal records, it might be very beneficial for you. I'm not sure about Ontario, but here in BC, ICBC (our provincial licensing folks) have the ability to access data from US states' licensing bureaus. Here, if ICBC can verify a minimum of two years driving experience, they will issue a full unrestricted license immediately, allowing you to skip the Learner and Novice Driver stages. No tests (neither written nor road) are required, only a quick vision screening; simply pay the $50 fee and walk out with a shiny new license!

Best of luck to you in your endeavours.

 

[chamarajaya]

hi iam from sri lanka and willing to go nova scotia as a temporary resident visa. i got my driving license here and i want to know can i use that in canada as a international driving license. my details are below

a) Do you have an existing DL? -yes
b) Where was it issued? -Sri Lanka
c) How long have you been licensed? it issued 2011-01-14 that mean near to 2 years
d) How old are you? - 30
e) What is your status in Canada - temporary resident visa

please give your ideas

 

[abhinav2212]

I don't think so I got mine in 2 weeks from arriving I was 20 at the time and have 2 years experience.. I got G2

i would be coming to Canada in december. Could u plz tell me when i could give G (in Ontario)
i am 24 years old and have been driving since past 5 years (with a valid Indian license)

 

[spaceraceone]

Another option you may have that would result in an immediate G2: You mentioned that you drove for two years in the US, albeit a few years ago. Depending on which state it was, you may be able to reinstate/renew that license, then simply do a one-for-one swap to an Ontario license. Even if you cannot, if you still have the old US license # somewhere amongst your personal records, it might be very beneficial for you. I'm not sure about Ontario, but here in BC, ICBC (our provincial licensing folks) have the ability to access data from US states' licensing bureaus. Here, if ICBC can verify a minimum of two years driving experience, they will issue a full unrestricted license immediately, allowing you to skip the Learner and Novice Driver stages. No tests (neither written nor road) are required, only a quick vision screening; simply pay the $50 fee and walk out with a shiny new license!

Best of luck to you in your endeavours.

Thanks for the advice