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cobra

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Tried searching the threads but haven't found much so hopefully someone can answer my question :)
I am going to canada in June on the IEC visa but will be soon applying for spousal sponsorship.
I have a UK drivers license and have been driving for 4 years (ish), can I drive when I get to canada on my UK drivers license? or do I need to get a canadian one? I'm not sure if I can do this while on a work visa. but i'd like to be able to drive once I get there, for job reasons etc.
Oh and I'm going to SK.
 
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emmagail

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you can transfer directly with a UK - follow Baloo's post link.

This is well covered on the forums
 

MDSB

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Follow this link relating to driving in SK. Extract from site below also... http://www.sgi.sk.ca/sgi_pub/drivers_licences/how_to_get_a_licence.htm

New residents who wish to drive in Saskatchewan must obtain a Saskatchewan driver's licence within 90 days of moving to the province, or upon expiry of their out-of-province licence — whichever is earliest. Check with your previous jurisdiction as they may have some restrictions that supersede this requirement.

If you are moving from another Canadian jurisdiction, the United States, the United Kingdom (including England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Gibraltar), Switzerland, South Korea, Isle of Man, Germany, Austria or Australia, and you hold a valid driver's licence there, you can apply for a Saskatchewan driver's licence at any Saskatchewan motor licence issuing office. You will be required to surrender your out-of-province driver's licence (except off-shore licences) at the time you apply for a Saskatchewan driver's licence, and you will be required to pay applicable driver's licence fees.

You will be considered a new driver unless you can prove more than 18 months driving experience (other than as a learner) in your previous jurisdiction. If you are deemed to be a new driver, you will be entered into the appropriate stage of Graduated Driver’s Licensing which is determined by the length of your driving experience from your previous jurisdiction. You must provide proof in the form of a driver abstract or driving record.

For new residents other than those from a Canadian jurisdiction, a current driver’s abstract/record is also required. The abstract/record needs to be printed less than 30 days from that date of licensing.

If you are moving from a jurisdiction outside Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, South Korea, Isle of Man, Germany, Austria or Australia you will be required to complete written, vision and road examinations prior to being issued a Saskatchewan driver's licence.
Note: Road test results will determine whether you are placed in the Graduated Driver's Licence program or issued an experienced driver's licence.

Identification requirements

The first time you apply for a Saskatchewan driver’s licence, you will be asked to show documents that prove your identity, residency and entitlement to be in Canada.

These requirements align Saskatchewan with North American standards. Verifying identity, residency and entitlement to be in Canada before we issue a driver’s licence helps to protect everyone in Saskatchewan from identity theft. It also ensures that Saskatchewan driver’s licences are issued only to those who are legally in our country, whether as citizens or visitors.

Proving identity

You will need a minimum of two pieces of original identification to establish your:

•legal name (assumed names, alias names and nicknames will not be accepted)
•complete birth date (day/month/year)
•signature
Proving Saskatchewan residency

You will need a minimum of two supporting documents that prove you are a resident of Saskatchewan.

Proving entitlement to be in Canada

You will need one supporting document that proves you are legally entitled to be in Canada.

Acceptable documents

Documents used to prove identity, residency and entitlement to be in Canada must be from an authority such as the provincial or federal government or a federal agency, and must be the original (not photocopied).

The SGI acceptable documents chart lists the documents you can use.

What if my name has changed?

The two pieces of identification required to prove your identity (legal name, birth date and signature) must be in the same name. If, for example, you have a birth certificate in your maiden name and a Saskatchewan Health card in your married name, a marriage certificate or vital statistics document would also be required to tie the two names together.

Registering your vehicle
If you are registering a vehicle in Saskatchewan that was most recently licensed elsewhere, there are requirements for registering vehicles from another jurisdiction, including a mechanical fitness inspection that it must pass. There are also requirements for importing a vehicle into Canada. To determine the registration and insurance rates for your vehicle, please visit the Rate Calculator. You can also contact any SGI motor licence issuer for details. Some exemptions for commercial vehicles apply.

Your vehicle may be exempt from PST charges when you register it. If you are a new resident with a leased vehicle, there are PST rules that apply.
 

cobra

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Thanks everyone!