Northwest Territories - Apply for Driver License

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To apply for a driver’s license in Canada the applicant will need to first get a Class 7 Learner’s license.
   • Visit the nearest driving test centre to take the test.
   • The applicant can find the nearest DMV
   • Carry all relevant documents such as ID proof, but to know what documents you need, contact the nearest DMV.
   • The applicant will have to pay a fee, the fee is 59$ for normal citizens and 16$ for senior citizens.
   • The agent will check to see if you have good vision.
   • Once the applicant passes these tests, a class 7 license will be issued.
   • The applicant will receive a temporary license which they can use until the license card arrives by mail.
   • Once the applicant receives the license card, they will have to destroy the temporary license.
   • The license is valid for a period of 12 months after which the applicant can move on to the next stage of the test or renew the learner’s license.
2. After 12 months, the applicant is eligible for a class 5 GDL license on a probationary basis, follow these steps to apply:
   • Schedule a test with the nearest DMV.
   • The applicant can find the nearest DMV
   • The agent will inform you of the documents that are needed.
   • The applicant will have to pass a vision test.
   • Make sure your vehicle meets all safety standards, the agent will check at the testing site before letting you drive.
   • The applicant will have to pay a fee.
   • The applicant will have to give a driver’s test.
   • Once the applicant is finished with the test, they will be informed whether they failed or passed the test.
   • The applicant will be given a temporary license card until the card arrives through mail.
   • Destroy the temporary card once the license card arrives through mail.
3. After a period of one year and without any suspensions, the applicant can apply for a Class 5 Graduated driver’s license, to apply, follow these steps:
   • Schedule a test with the nearest DMV.
   • The agent will inform you of the documents that are needed.
   • The applicant will have to pass a vision test.
   • The applicant will have to give a driver’s test.
   • Once the applicant passes these tests, they can buy the license card.
   • The applicant will be given a temporary license card until the card arrives through mail.

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Required Documents

For class 7 license:

• ID card
• Passport
• Health card
• Military ID

For probationary class 5 GLD:

• A class 7 learner’s license.
• Consent form (If you’re under 18 years)
• Proof that you live in Alberta (Address proof)
• Canadian proof of residence (Passport)

Office Locations & Contacts

Here is a list of contacts for different cities in the Northwest Territories contacts1
contacts2

Eligibility

• Applicant must be a resident of NWT.
• Applicant’s age must be 15 years or above.

Stage one/Learners class 7:

• Applicant must be a resident of NWT.
• Applicant’s age must be 15 years or above.
• Applicant must pass the written test.
• The duration of this stage1 or Learner class7 will be of 12 months.

For a class 5 GDL, the applicant has to be 17 years of age or older.

Fees

• The applicant will have to pay a fee for the driving as well as the written test.

Validity

• Class 7- is valid for 12 months.
• Class 5 GDL (Probationary) is valid for 12 months
• Full GDL is valid for up to 5 years.

Documents to Use

Drivers guide

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Processing Time

The applicant will receive a temporary license until the card is sent through mail after 30 days.

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Required Information

• Legal name
• Address
• Birth date
• Photo
• Signature.

Need for the Document

• To legally drive a car/any other vehicle in Northwest Territories/Canada, you’ll need a driver’s licence
• You must have it with you whenever you’re driving.

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Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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