DRIVER'S ROAD TEST
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Alberta is launching a new, more efficient road test system to ensure drivers have timely access to road tests while keeping Alberta roads safe.
Our office will start booking Class 4 to 6 passenger vehicle road test appointments on December 1, 2020 for appointments in January 2021. |
You will receive a Road Test Confirmation via email after the booking is completed. It is your responsibility to verify the booking information and comply with all required regulations for the road test.
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Eligibility Requirement
- You must arrive to your appointment 30 minutes prior to your road test appointment. Please check in with a registry clerk who will verify your eligibility to take the road test. Failure to arrive ahead of your scheduled appointment time may result in your appointment being cancelled with no refund. Click here for our operating hours
- You must produce a valid Alberta Learner's or Driver's Licence - you may provide a valid temporary licence with an additional piece of government issued photo identification like a passport, permanent resident card or Nexus card.
- You must meet the minimum age requirements and all requirements for the licence class you are being tested for:
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Class 4
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Class 5 Basic (GDL)
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Class 5 Advanced (Non-GDL)
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Class 6 Basic (GDL)
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Class 6 Advanced (Non-GDL)
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Class 4 Commercial Licence for Taxi, Ambulance, Bus (that seats under 24 passengers)
- be at least 18 years old
- hold a valid full, non-GDL Class 5 licence at minimum
- pass Class 4 knowledge test
- vision assessment form (can be completed at registry office)
- Completed medical report from a doctor or nurse practitioner
- have valid acceptable identification and proof of residency
- An air brake "Q" endorsement is required to operate air brake equipped vehicles. If the vehicle provided for the road test is equipped with air brakes, you must have either an air brake "Q" endorsement or a course completion certificate from an approved air brake organization.
Probationary Class 5 - Graduated Driver's Licence
- have had a Class 7 learner's licence with at least one year of driving experience
- be at least 16 years old
- if you're under 18, you must have consent from a parent or legal guardian
- parent or legal guardian must be present
- be a Canadian citizen, a Canadian permanent resident, hold a valid work or student visa, and/or have an approved refugee claim from the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada
- have valid acceptable identification and proof of residency
Full, non-GDL Class 5 Licence
- be at least 18 years old
- drive for at least 2 years as a Class 5-GDL driver
- have no licence suspensions during the last 12 months of the Class 5-GDL licence stage
- be a Canadian citizen, a Canadian permanent resident, hold a valid work visa, and/or have an approved refugee claim from the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada
- have valid acceptable identification and proof of residency
Probationary - Class 6, Motorcycle - graduated driver's licence (for new drivers)
- be at least 16 years old
- pass a Class 6 knowledge test
- if you're under 18, you must have written consent from a parent or legal guardian
- parent / legal guardian must be present
- be a Canadian citizen, a Canadian permanent resident, hold a valid work or student visa, and/or have an approved refugee claim from the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada
- have valid acceptable identification and proof of residency
Full non-GDL Class 6 Motorcycle Licence
- be at least 16 years old
- drive for at least 2 years as a Class 6-GDL driver
- have a minimum a Class 7 learner's licence for at least a year
- if you're under 18, you must have written consent from a parent or legal guardian
- parent / legal guardian must be present
- be a Canadian citizen, a Canadian permanent resident, hold a valid work or student visa, and/or have an approved refugee claim from the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada
- have valid acceptable identification and proof of residency
Please refer to this link for more information about the eligibility to take your road test.
- If you are under 18 years old, consent from a parent or legal guardian is required.
- parent / legal guardian must be present
- All outstanding fines on your motor vehicle file must be paid ahead of your road test or the road test will not proceed and no refund will be issued.
- If you are reinstating your licence, please call the registry where you are taking your test prior to booking your test to confirm your eligibility.
- You must meet all conditions on your driver's licence.
Please refer to this link for more information about the eligibility to take your road test.
Road Test Fees
Class of Road Test |
Fee |
Class 4 |
$140 |
Class 5 Basic |
$88 |
Class 5 Advanced |
$140 |
Class 6 |
$145 |
Class 6 Advanced |
$145 |
Vehicle/Equipment Requirements
- No passengers, pets, food, drinks, smoking, use of mobile device, personal grooming or other distractions are allowed during the road test.
- The use of a cellular telephone, bluetooth, dash camera, audio or video recording devices, citizen band radio or similar device, in any manner, is prohibited during a road test by the client, with the exception of use of a cell phone as directed by an examiner when conducting a Class 6 road test.
- If you provide a rental vehicle, you must provide a copy of the contract with your name on it.
- Car-sharing company vehicles cannot be used to conduct road tests due to user contracts.
- You must meet the vehicle requirements specific to the class you are testing for:
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Class 4
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Class 5 Basic (GDL)
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Class 5 Advanced (Non-GDL)
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Class 6 Basic (GDL)
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Class 6 Advanced (Non-GDL)
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Class 4 Commercial Licence for Taxi, Ambulance, Bus (that seats under 24 passengers)
- You must provide a mechanically sound vehicle with certificate of registration (copies acceptable for Class 4) and insurance pink card. The vehicle must have enough fuel for the test, functioning headlights, brake lights, signal lights, horn, speedometer, brakes, seatbelts, vehicle controls, windshield wipers and exhaust system; unobstructed windshields and mirrors with all windows free of non-factory tint; tires in good condition; and the vehicle must have a clean uncluttered passenger seat for the examiner (except for motorcycle road tests). A driver examiner may cancel the test at any time if they feel unsafe.
Probationary Class 5 - Graduated Driver's Licence
- You must provide a mechanically sound vehicle with original certificate of registration and insurance pink card. The vehicle must have enough fuel for the test, functioning headlights, brake lights, signal lights, horn, speedometer, brakes, seatbelts, vehicle controls, windshield wipers and exhaust system; unobstructed windshields and mirrors with all windows free of tint; tires in good condition; and the vehicle must have a clean uncluttered passenger seat for the examiner (except for motorcycle road tests). A driver examiner may cancel the test at any time if they feel unsafe.
Full, non-GDL Class 5 Licence
- You must provide a mechanically sound vehicle with original certificate of registration and insurance pink card. The vehicle must have enough fuel for the test, functioning headlights, brake lights, signal lights, horn, speedometer, brakes, seatbelts, vehicle controls, windshield wipers and exhaust system; unobstructed windshields and mirrors with all windows free of tint; tires in good condition; and the vehicle must have a clean uncluttered passenger seat for the examiner (except for motorcycle road tests). A driver examiner may cancel the test at any time if they feel unsafe.
Probationary - Class 6, Motorcycle - graduated driver's licence (for new drivers)
- You must provide a mechanically sound vehicle with original certificate of registration and insurance pink card. The vehicle must have enough fuel for the test, functioning headlights, brake lights, signal lights, horn, speedometer, brakes, vehicle controls, windshield wipers and exhaust system; unobstructed windshields and mirrors; and tires in good condition; A driver examiner may cancel the test at any time if they feel unsafe.
- You must also provide an approved helmet (must have label or mark from CSA, DOT, BSI or SNELL) - unless you qualify for exemption under the Sikh helmet exemption, fully charged cellphone and earbuds with embedded microphone to allow for communication with the examiner.
Full non-GDL Class 6 Motorcycle Licence (for drivers who already hold full Class 5 licence)
- You must provide a mechanically sound vehicle with original certificate of registration and insurance pink card. The vehicle must have enough fuel for the test, functioning headlights, brake lights, signal lights, horn, speedometer, brakes, vehicle controls, windshield wipers and exhaust system; unobstructed windshields and mirrors; and tires in good condition; A driver examiner may cancel the test at any time if they feel unsafe.
- You must also provide an approved helmet (must have label or mark from CSA, DOT, BSI or SNELL) - unless you qualify for exemption under the Sikh helmet exemption, fully charged cellphone and earbuds with embedded microphone to allow for communication with the examiner.
Cancellations, re-booking and no-show policy
- If you are late to your appointment or fail to show up, you will not receive a refund. You will be responsible for rescheduling and paying for a new road test.
- If you need to reschedule your road test you must contact us during business hours at least 2 business days (48 hours) before your scheduled appointment with a $15 rescheduling fee.
- You may only reschedule your test up to 2 times.
- Rescheduling road tests must be done by telephone and you must speak to a clerk. Voicemails or emails will not be accepted.
- If you need to cancel your road test, you must contact us during business hours at least 2 business days (48 hours) before your scheduled appointment with a $15 cancellation fee.
- Re-booking is only allowed for up to one year from the originally scheduled appointment date.
- If you do not meet eligibility requirements, do not have required documentation or if the vehicle you provide for your road test is deemed unsafe you are not eligible for a refund. Road test fees are non-transferable and non-refundable.
- If you are unsure whether you meet the requirements, please call us at (403) 282-3820.
- Driver Examiners may cancel a road test on short notice or onsite due to poor weather conditions as determined by the driver examiner. If your exam is cancelled due to poor or unsafe weather conditions you will be able to reschedule the test at no additional fee.
- Driver examiners can cancel the road test if they feel that you are unsafe to drive due to a physical or cognitive impairment or suspect that you are impaired by alcohol or drugs. If a test is cancelled for these reasons, you will not receive a refund.
Questions and Inquires
If you require further information or clarification for a road test, please contact the Alberta Transportation Client Support Centre at 780-427-8230 (to call toll free in Alberta, dial 310-0000 first) or email driverexaminations@gov.ab.ca. The client support centre is open from 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Alberta Transportation Client Support Centre is not open on weekends and statutory holidays.
