Migrating to Canada for work is a decision that seems appealing to many and even though there are a number of logistical aspects to be dealt with such as my acquiring a valid driving permit. This is especially important because if you are going to be needing your own car or rent a car over here for work purpose, it is good to know about the driving permit regulations in Canada.

Foreign resident’s driving licenses:

Canada has different kinds of driving license permits as it pertains to residency details, the kinds of driving license permits you want depend on the situation.

International Driving Permit (IDP):

If you become a temporary resident in Canada or simply come to visit for a few days, it is sometimes possible to drive with an IDP only. If you are visiting more than 150 countries, there is a requirement of having an International Driving Permit that helps to rent cars in foreign countries. An International Driving Permit is ed as a domestic driving license of a certain country that is issued to promote international travel.

Provincial/Territorial Driver’s License:

If you temporarily relocate to Canada for a longer time than usual, or take a permanent residency, it is wise to be in possession of the driving license provided by the province or territory of your current residence. For instance, If you wish to reside in Canada for quite some duration, each province has their own and different manner of issuing documents for their resident drivers.

Steps in Obtaining a Provincial/Territorial Driver’s License

Step1: Check Eligibility

It should also be noted that the Region or Province or Territory has been legally stipulated for age and for having a residence. Most likely, one is sixteen years and above but the minimum age can be