Drivers license

[JesustheSavior]

hey guys, id like to know if im able to drive in canada with my local drivers license? from santo domingo. thanks

 

[ahaboubi]

If it has all the information (like your name and the expiry date) in English, you can use it for two months after the date of your landing.

Regards.

 

[JesustheSavior]

Thank you. what should i do after the 2 months? or is it better to just apply for a canadian drivers license?

 

[Leon]

If you are moving to Canada, get your driving record from the local driving authority and have it translated to English or French. Same with your license unless it is in English or French already. After you arrive in Canada, it depends on the province you move to how long you can drive on your license, 2-4 months. Eventually, you will have to go and apply for a Canadian license. Show your drivers license, translation and driving record. Take the written test and road test. Then you can get a Canadian license.

 

[JesustheSavior]

Thanks Leon

 

[MSP2YYZ]

Hi guys,

When I go to get my Ontario driver's licence, will a written/road test be required, or will I be able to just exchange my licence? I have been driving for 12 years, have a spotless record, and will arrive with certified records from all 3 states I have lived in.

 

[Leon]

Hi guys,

When I go to get my Ontario driver's licence, will a written/road test be required, or will I be able to just exchange my licence? I have been driving for 12 years, have a spotless record, and will arrive with certified records from all 3 states I have lived in.

If you have a US license, no test is required. Just straight exchange. You can see here: http://www.drivetest.ca/EN/licencing/Pages/Exchanging-a-Reciprocal-Licence.aspx what documents you will need.

 

[MSP2YYZ]

Thanks!

 

[Juan65]

Some countries have a driving license agreement with Canada. so you won't need to pass the entire test again.