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Alberta Road Test Scheduler

Disclaimer: Eligibility for road tests is confirmed based on your motor vehicle record at the time the road test is administered. Scheduling of a test is not confirmation of eligibility.

ROAD TEST REQUIREMENTS
Road tests are scheduled for the following reasons:

  • Reclassification to a higher or additional driver's licence class (going from a Class 5 driver's licence (non GDL) to a Class 1, 2, or 3 driver's license).
  • An administrative test is required.
  • To reinstate a driver's licence that has been suspended for a period of at least one year. (See note below).
  • To re-issue a driver's licence that has been invalid for a period of three years or more. (See note below).
  • To determine if a Condition Code may be added to or deleted from a driver’s licence.
  • As otherwise determined by legislative authority of the Registrar of Motor Vehicle Services

Any cases outside of those listed above require Government of Alberta’s approval. For more information, please contact the Client Support Centre at driverexaminations@gov.ab.ca or by phone at 780-427-8230 (toll free in Alberta dial 310-0000 first).
It is important to note that drivers may only take one road test driver's per licence class, per day unless authorized by Government of Alberta.

You must read the following road test disclaimer, and agree to abide by all requirements and cancellation policies before scheduling a road test.

Agreeing to these conditions prior to scheduling a road test affirms that all the outlined requirements will be met at the time of the road test.

At the time of the road test, you must meet the following requirements. If any of the outlined requirements are not met, you will not be eligible to take the road test and the testing fee will not be refunded.

ROAD TEST ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
At the time of the road test, you must:

  • Have a valid Alberta driver’s license:
    • The current driver’s licence cannot be suspended or cancelled at the time of the road test. For more information, please contact Driver Fitness and Monitoring (DFM) at driver.fitness@gov.ab.ca or by phone at 780-427-8230 (to call toll free in Alberta, dial 310-0000 first).
  • To upgrade to a commercial driver’s licence, a valid non-probationary driver’s licence is required
  • Meet minimum age and other regulatory requirements for the class of driver's licence being sought. The age requirements for each driver’s licence class can be found in the Alberta Driver’s Guides at www.alberta.ca/driver-guides.aspx.
  • Have successfully passed, and must present a valid knowledge, vision, and medical (if applicable) documentation. More information on eligibility requirements can be found at www.alberta.ca/get-drivers-licence.aspx.
  • Have successfully passed the Air Brake Program training to take the test for a Class 1 driver’s licence.
    • Prior to taking a road test in a vehicle equipped with an air brake system, you must provide proof of the Air Brake (Q) Endorsement or a “Notice of Air Brake Program Completion” form from a licensed air brake driver training organization.
  • Not be impaired by drugs, alcohol or fatigue.

ROAD TEST VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS
You are responsible for providing the appropriate class of vehicle for the type of scheduled road test.

Class 1 - a tractor-trailer with gross vehicle weight of at least 11,794 kg and a:
  • Full-air brake system on both tractor and trailer
  • Minimum tandem axle tractor and a tandem axle trailer
  • Fifth wheel coupling device
  • Single trailer with a minimum length of 45 feet and a minimum distance of 35 feet measured from the kingpin to the centre of each rear axle
Class 2 - a bus with a seating capacity of more than 24 passengers, excluding the driver.
Class 3 - a single motor vehicle that has three or more axles (three-axle recreational vehicles may not be used).

Note: If you are applying for a Class 1, Class 2 or Class 3 commercial driver's licence, you will be required to conduct a pre-trip inspection, in addition to the road test.

Complete information on the vehicles required for each road test can be found in Alberta’s Driver Guides at www.alberta.ca/driver-guides.aspx.

The vehicle must be in working condition, mechanically sound, and must have the following:
  • A valid license plate, registration and proof of insurance in the form of a Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance Card (sometimes referred to as a "Pink Card")
  • Functioning headlights, brake lights (including high-mount brake light(s) if equipped) and signal lights
  • Functioning horn and speedometer
  • Functioning brakes/parking brake
  • Unobstructed windshield/functioning wipers
  • Windshield, front driver and passenger windows free of tint
  • Tires in good condition
  • Functioning vehicle seats/ seatbelts
  • Exhaust system/muffler
  • Functioning vehicle controls
  • Unobstructed mirrors
  • Enough fuel in the vehicle to complete the road test
  • The vehicle must have a clean, uncluttered passenger seat for the examiner to sit in while performing the road test examination.
  • There are laws governing the transport of alcohol and cannabis. Any such substances that may be in the car must be stored as per legal requirements.

Car-sharing company vehicles (POGO or Car2Go for example) cannot be used to conduct road tests.

VERIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Prior to the road test, you must:
  • Have a valid driver’s licence with photograph to present to the driver examiner. If you have a temporary or interim licence you will be required to produce an additional piece of valid government-issued photo identification. You are not eligible for a road test if you do not have valid identification.
  • Present an electronic or hardcopy of your road test confirmation notice to the driver examiner.
  • For a Class 1, 2 or 3 road test, you must go to any registry agent to have your eligibility confirmed and be checked-in. This can be done up to 72 hours prior to the scheduled road test time.
    • If you do not check-in, you may not be allowed to take the road test and your testing fee will not be refunded.
    • Once checked-in, you must arrive at the designated road test location at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled road test time. Late arrivals will not be permitted to take their road tests and will forfeit the testing fees.

ROAD TEST GUIDELINES
  • The driver, vehicle and all associated documentation must be compliant with the parameters set out in Alberta Legislation
  • Recording of road tests by any means is prohibited except by commercial entities that use video recording on their vehicles are part of a risk management program. Any videos captured during testing will not be reviewed as part of a road test result dispute.
  • All forms of distraction such as eating, texting, personal grooming, etc. is prohibited during a road test.
  • Passengers or pets are prohibited from riding along during the road test. Interpreters can only be involved prior to the commencement of the test (for pre-drive instructions) and during the summary at the end of the road test.
    • Exceptions:
      • A correctional officer may accompany an inmate being tested.
      • Government of Alberta staff may accompany the driver examiner during a road test for training and/or monitoring purposes.
  • Consider wearing comfortable and appropriate clothing that is practical for driving and appropriate for the prevailing weather conditions.
  • It is recommended that if you are taking a commercial Class 1, 2 or 3 road test that you wear steel toed footwear and a reflective safety vest.
  • A driver examiner may cancel the test at any time if they feel unsafe.

RESCHEDULING
You may reschedule your road test at least 24 hours before it is scheduled to occur at no additional charge.

To reschedule your appointment, you will need your Road Test Permit Number, Motor Vehicle Identification Number (MVID) and your date of birth.

CANCELLATION
The cancellation policy states:
  1. If you cancel at least 24 hours before your road test, you will be eligible for a full refund.
  2. If you cancel less than 24 hours before your road test, you will lose the entire road test fee. You will also be responsible for rebooking and paying for a new road test.
  3. If you fail to show up for the road test, you will lose the entire road test fee. You will also be responsible for rebooking and paying for a new road test.
  4. Road tests may be cancelled on short notice or on site by the driver examiner due to bad weather conditions. If this occurs, the Road Test Permit you purchased will still be valid and can be used to rebook your road test online through the Alberta Road Test Scheduler or in-person at an Alberta registry agent.
  5. Driver examiners can refuse the vehicle you bring to do your road test in if it is not safe or legal. If this occurs, you will lose the entire road test fee. You will be responsible for rebooking and paying for a new road test.
  6. 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 this occurs, the Road Test Permit you purchased will still be valid and can be used to rebook your road test online through the Alberta Road Test Scheduler or in-person at an Alberta registry agent.

To cancel your appointment, you will need your Road Test Permit Number, Motor Vehicle Identification Number (MVID) and your date of birth.

The Government of Alberta is not liable for costs incurred, including, but not limited to, vehicle rentals and loss of wages.

CONTACT
If you require further information or clarification, please contact the 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. The Client Support Centre is not open on weekends and statutory holidays.