With 40 years of experience in Quebec, you can trust Tecnic to suggest the best course and license for your situation.
To drive in Quebec, you must have a valid driver's license that bears the appropriate class for the type of vehicle you are driving and abide by any attached conditions.
If a newcomer does not have a driver's license, they must verify their eligibility to obtain a license.
In summary, the eligibility criteria are as follows:
Permanent residents and asylum seekers are automatically granted the status of a stay of more than 6 months.
For study visas, employment permits, etc., there must be a minimum of 6 months between the arrival date and the departure date.
Here is the direct link to the corresponding SAAQ article:
https://saaq.gouv.qc.ca/en/tourists-newcomers/obtaining-drivers-licence
If all of the above criteria are met, you may register for the PESR course program and follow the recommendations below regarding the documents to bring to the SAAQ to obtain a learner's permit:
*If the client has a foreign license or has already obtained a license in their country.
Have you recently arrived in Quebec and already have a driver's license?
The holder of a valid foreign driver's license is permitted to drive in Quebec for 6 consecutive months.
After this period you must hold an international driver's license and, if you decide to settle in the province, you must obtain a Quebec license, which you can apply for upon arrival.
Those who are not covered by the reciprocity agreement or an administrative agreement between Quebec and certain countries to facilitate the exchange of driver’s licenses.
Contact the Tecnic driving school closest to you to find out the languages spoken.
Since identity is verified in the presence of a staff member, you only need to present two pieces of identification, one with a photo. Additionally, you must have already been registered with the Quebec health insurance plan and have your card number on hand.
Accepted pieces of identification:
Our courses are offered in multiple languages.
Our instructors speak French, English, Spanish, Arabic, Haitian Creole, Italian and more.
Contact your closest Tecnic school to learn more.
We have complete driving courses in your language, refresher courses and even winter driving courses!
Our team is here to help you drive safely and confidently on Quebec roads.
Our trainers speak French, English, Spanish, Arabic, Haitian Creole, Italian and more.
In just a few steps, you’ll be on your way! If you have any questions along the road, we’re always here to help, in one of our branches or over the phone.
To register for a driving course with Tecnic, simply go to our registration platform, choose the type of course you'd like to take and complete the process. It only takes a few minutes.
Tecnic has over 150 schools in Quebec! You're sure to find a school near you. To do so, go to our Find a school section and search among our affiliates.
Register online or at one of our schools.
With over 160 branches across Quebec, we are the largest network of driving schools.
Some details to help us to get to know you better and find the best person to instruct you in your language of choice.
Once your profile is created, simply make the minimum payment to activate your file.