Quebec Learner's Licence With a Disability: SAAQ Medical Forms and Test Accommodations (2026)

You can get a Class 5 learner's licence with a disability in Quebec.

You can get a Class 5 learner's licence with a disability in Quebec. The SAAQ assesses medical fitness based on declared conditions. Certain medical conditions may result in restricted licences or denial after medical review.

Can You Get a Quebec Class 5 Learner's Permit With a Physical or Cognitive Disability?

When SAAQ Requires a Medical Report

You must declare a health condition when it could affect your ability to drive safely. The SAAQ reviews that declaration and may then ask for a medical report, such as Form M-28. A diagnosis such as ADHD or anxiety does not automatically mean every applicant must arrive with a doctor's letter or a completed M-28.

• If the SAAQ requests medical information, have the requested form completed and submit it through an accepted SAAQ channel, including SAAQclic when available, by mail, or at a service outlet.
• For physical disabilities that may require adaptive equipment, an occupational-therapy or other functional assessment may also be required.

M-28 Medical Reports at the First Learner's Licence Appointment

No. Form M-28 is not a standard document for every first learner's-licence appointment; provide it only if the SAAQ requests it after reviewing your health declaration.

Sending a Requested Medical Report Through SAAQclic

Yes, when the requested report is eligible for online submission. SAAQ also accepts medical reports through its other stated channels, including mail or a service outlet. Follow the instructions that come with the SAAQ request.

What SAAQ Accommodations Are Available for the Quebec Class 5 Knowledge Test?

If you need a disability- or special-needs accommodation for the Class 5 knowledge test, contact the SAAQ call centre so the required support can be arranged. Ordinary online booking should not be treated as a substitute for a special-needs accommodation request.

Requesting Special-Needs Support for the SAAQ Knowledge Test

• Reading support: French- and English-language audio recordings of the questions and possible answers are available. This standard audio option is not the same as requesting a disability accommodation.
• Special-needs support: Depending on the applicant's needs, the SAAQ can arrange appropriate testing support after the request is reviewed.
• LSQ or ASL: Professional sign-language interpretation is available for eligible services and should be arranged with the SAAQ.
• Visual or other adjustments: Ask the SAAQ what support is available for the specific condition rather than assuming the same accommodation applies to every applicant.

General test-language choices belong to the dedicated Quebec test-language guide; this section focuses on disability-related support.

LSQ or ASL Interpretation Costs During the Class 5 Driving Course

For eligible deaf or hard-of-hearing clients, SAAQ can arrange professional LSQ or ASL interpretation and cover the interpreter fees for approved services, including theoretical and practical driving-course components. Arrange the service through SAAQ rather than hiring an interpreter and assuming reimbursement.

What Adaptive Equipment Can Quebec Learner Drivers Use - and What Licence Conditions Apply?

Hand controls, left-foot accelerators, and steering aids are permitted with SAAQ approval. Your licence card receives a condition code restricting you to equipped vehicles. Approval requires a medical assessment form.

Adaptive Driving Requirements

An occupational therapist specializing in driver rehabilitation can assess your needs and train you on adaptive devices.

• Common adaptive equipment includes hand controls, left-foot accelerators, or spinner knobs.
• You must take your road test in a vehicle equipped with the required adaptive devices.

Disability-Related Conditions on a Quebec Licence

Licence conditions are codes added to your permit to ensure safety.

Before your road test in Laval, practice with your adaptive equipment in the exact vehicle you will use for the test. Evaluators will fail you if you cannot demonstrate full, safe control of the equipment, requiring a re-test and another $33.75 road-test fee.

Do Disability Accommodations Add Extra SAAQ Fees?

Approved disability accommodations do not create a separate SAAQ accommodation fee. Standard learner's-licence and test fees still apply, while eligible professional LSQ/ASL interpretation is covered by the SAAQ.

For ordinary licensing and test charges, use the dedicated Quebec fees and costs guide. This page focuses only on disability-related medical review, accommodations, adaptive equipment, and licence conditions.