Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Quebec Learner's Licence: Replacement Steps and Fees (2026)

To replace a lost Quebec Class 5 learner's permit, you must apply through the SAAQ. You cannot legally drive without a physical licence or a valid temporary permit. The process can be completed online or in person.

What Documents Do You Need to Replace a Lost Quebec Class 5 Learner's Permit?

For an in-person replacement, bring one accepted identity document, such as a valid Quebec health insurance card with photo, Canadian passport, permanent resident card or Canadian Armed Forces identity card. If you do not have one of the listed documents, SAAQ requires two other official documents. Routine utility-bill proof of Quebec residency is not part of the stated replacement procedure.

For outlet booking and wait-time strategy, use the Appointment Scheduling and DFA Hours & Best Times guides rather than this replacement article.

Can a damaged learner's licence be used as ID when requesting a replacement? Yes, if the photo still identifies you and the reference number, your name and the identification number remain legible. If those details cannot be read, use another accepted identity document.

What Is the SAAQ Fee to Replace a Lost Quebec Learner's Permit - and How Long Does It Take?

For 2026, replacing a learner's licence costs $15.50 for a plasticized learner's licence or $5.45 for a paper learner's licence.

Online replacement

If the online transaction is eligible, SAAQclic provides a provisional licence that you can download, print and sign. Carry it while driving until the official licence arrives.

In-person replacement

An SAAQ outlet can process the replacement and issue the applicable temporary/provisional document while the official licence is being replaced.

Replacing a Damaged Quebec Learner's Licence Through SAAQclic

Yes, when the online replacement is available for your file and SAAQ can reuse the photo and signature already on record. The same online replacement service covers eligible lost, stolen, and damaged licences.

If SAAQclic Cannot Reuse Your Existing Photo or Signature

If you are in Quebec, SAAQ will direct you to make an appointment at a service outlet for the replacement. If you are outside Quebec and cannot use the online service, the replacement request can be handled by mail or fax.

Licences That Cannot Be Replaced Through SAAQclic

No. SAAQ states that a cancelled, expired, revoked or suspended licence cannot be replaced through SAAQclic. Those situations follow the applicable renewal, reacquisition or reinstatement process instead of the ordinary online replacement service.

Losing Your Quebec Learner's Licence Outside Quebec

If the online replacement is available for your file, you can use SAAQclic and print the provisional licence. If you cannot use the online service, SAAQ provides a replacement-by-mail-or-fax process for people outside Quebec.

Can You Drive While Your Replacement Quebec Learner's Permit Is in the Mail?

Yes, if you are carrying a valid physical licence or an official provisional licence issued through the replacement process. For an eligible SAAQclic replacement, print and sign the provisional licence before driving; a phone screenshot is not enough.

The statutory fine for failing to carry the required licence is $30 to $60. That is different from the more serious offence of driving without holding the required licence.

Common Replacement Delays and Mistakes

• Check that your address and file information are current before ordering a replacement online.
• If the licence was stolen with other identity documents, consider reporting the theft to help protect against identity fraud.

Do you need a police report when your Quebec learner's licence is stolen? SAAQ specifically requires a police report when you believe the theft involves identity theft. Its ordinary lost/stolen/damaged replacement steps do not list a police report as a standard requirement in every stolen-licence case.