Quebec Class 5 Learner's Licence Application: Steps, Documents, and SAAQ Visit (2026)

You must be at least 16 years old and have completed Phase 1 of a certified driving school's program. The application requires an in-person visit to a SAAQ service centre or authorized licensing agent.

How Do You Apply for a Quebec Class 5 Learner's Licence at the SAAQ?

Visit any SAAQ service centre with your driving school attestation, two pieces of ID, proof of Quebec residency, and $88.35. The full process takes under 90 minutes if documents are complete.

Eligibility and Preparation

Before booking an appointment, confirm you meet all prerequisites.

• Be at least 16 years old. Applicants under 18 need a signed Consent of a Person Having Parental Authority form.
• ? Complete Phase 1 (4 theoretical modules) at a recognized driving school and pass their Module 5 knowledge test.
• Obtain the official attestation of completion from your driving school. You cannot apply without it.

Do you take the SAAQ knowledge test when first applying for a Quebec learner's licence? No. Before the learner's licence is issued, you complete Phase 1 and pass the driving school's Module 5 test. The separate SAAQ knowledge test comes later, after you have held a valid learner's licence for at least 10 months.

Required Documents and Fees

Bring your Phase 1 attestation, two original identity documents, any required parental or medical forms, and the current learner's licence fee. Depending on your document set, the second identity document may be a valid Quebec health insurance card or a driver's licence issued outside Quebec. See the Required Documents guide for accepted combinations and rejection details.

Scheduling and Attending Your Appointment

Book the learner's licence visit through SAAQclic, bring your documents and Phase 1 attestation, then complete the in-office identity check, vision screening, payment, and photo. For booking, rescheduling, walk-in, and service-centre details, see the Quebec SAAQ appointment guide.

Which SAAQ Service Centres Accept Quebec Learner's Licence Applications?

Use the official SAAQ service-outlet finder to confirm that a location offers learner's licence services. For booking, availability, walk-ins, and location strategy, see the Quebec SAAQ appointment guide.

How Long Is a Quebec Learner's Permit Valid - and What Driving Restrictions Apply?

The learner's licence is valid for 18 months. For renewal timing, use the dedicated Permit Validity & Renewal article. For supervision, curfew, alcohol, and other driving restrictions, see the Quebec permit driving rules guide.

Incomplete or incorrect documents can stop the appointment. For accepted document combinations and rejection details, use the Required Documents guide; for appointment timing and rebooking, use the appointment guide.