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ICBC road test: prepare for your licence stage

In British Columbia, prepare for the test matching your current licence. The learner-to-novice road test remains; the announced change concerns eligible novice drivers upgrading to Class 5.

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In British Columbia, prepare for the test matching your current licence. The learner-to-novice road test remains; the announced change concerns eligible novice drivers upgrading to Class 5.

Sources: [1][2]

Before you act: checklist

  • Practise observation, speed choice, turns and parking with an eligible supervisor.
  • Check identification, vehicle condition and the official confirmation.
  • Review ICBC booking and cancellation terms.

Sources: [1][2]

Limits and local checks

As of 15 October 2026, the existing Class 5 test route still applies. From 19 October, eligible novice drivers use a driving-record assessment followed by 12 months of restrictions. ICBC says second tests on or after that date will be cancelled; check your notice.

Sources: [1][2]

Sources

  1. Book a road test

    ICBC · Official guidance and relevant requirements · Full official page accessed; human review pending

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  2. Changes to the Graduated Licensing Program

    ICBC · Official guidance and relevant requirements · Full official page accessed; effective 2026-10-19; human publication review pending

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