New Brunswick Driver’s License
Complete Guide to New Brunswick Driver’s License Services
Need to get your New Brunswick driver’s license, renew your existing license, or upgrade to a commercial class? This step-by-step guide covers requirements, fees, testing, and renewal options through Service New Brunswick (SNB).
Updated January 2026 with current regulations and costs.
Quick Overview: New Brunswick Driver’s License
What You'll Need
- Proof of identity (birth certificate, passport, citizenship card)
- Proof of residency in New Brunswick (utility bill, lease, bank statement)
- Medical/vision test (if required)
- Knowledge and road tests for new drivers
Current New Brunswick License Fees (2026)
- Knowledge test: $25.00
- Road test (Class 5): $50.00
- 5-year license renewal: $90.00
- Duplicate/replacement license: $25.00
Buying a used car? Always run a New Brunswick VIN Check to confirm accident history, liens, and registration records.
Getting a Driver’s License in New Brunswick
New Brunswick uses a Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) program.
Step 1: Class 7 Learner’s License (Level 1)
- Minimum age: 16 (parental consent required under 18)
- Pass knowledge test ($25.00) + vision screening
- Restrictions:
- Only drive with fully licensed driver (Class 5+ with 3+ years experience)
- No alcohol/drugs
- No passengers other than supervising driver
Step 2: Class 7 Level 2 (Intermediate License)
- Must hold Level 1 for 12 months (or 8 months with approved driver education)
- Pass road test ($50.00)
- Restrictions:
- Zero alcohol/drugs
- Only one passenger under 21 (unless immediate family)
- No supervising learner drivers
Step 3: Full Class 5 License
- Eligible after 24 months total in GDL
- Full driving privileges with no restrictions
License Renewal in New Brunswick
Renewal Options
- In-person: Service New Brunswick centres
- Online: Some renewals available via SNB Online Services
- Mail-in renewal: For eligible drivers
Requirements
- Expiring license
- Proof of identity & residency
- Medical/vision test (if required)
- Payment of renewal fee
Timeline
- Renew up to 6 months early
- Expiry always on driver’s birthday
- No grace period → driving with expired license is illegal
New Brunswick Driver’s License Classes
Class
Vehicle Type
Minimum Age
Requirements
Semi-trailers, tractor-trailers
18+
Medical + road test
Buses
18+
Knowledge + road test, medical
Large trucks
18+
Road test
Taxis, ambulances, small buses
18+
Knowledge + road test
Cars, light trucks
Standard license
Motorcycles
16+
Knowledge + road test
Learner’s (GDL program)
16+
Knowledge test only
Testing in New Brunswick
Knowledge Test
- Fee: $25.00
- Taken at SNB centres
- Study with New Brunswick Driver’s Handbook
- Covers road signs, laws, and safe driving
Road Test
- Fee: $50.00
- Appointment required (book online or by phone)
- Must bring insured, roadworthy vehicle
- Covers city driving, highway maneuvers, and safety checks
Testing Locations: Fredericton, Moncton, Saint John, Edmundston, Bathurst, Campbellton, and other SNB regional centres
Moving to New Brunswick – License Exchange
New residents must exchange their out-of-province or foreign license within 90 days.
Required Documents
- Current driver’s license
- Proof of New Brunswick residency
- Accepted ID
- Driving record (recommended for experience proof)
Exemptions
- Direct exchange for all Canadian provinces and U.S. licenses
- Reciprocal agreements with select countries (e.g., U.K., France, Germany, South Korea)
- Other countries → may require knowledge and/or road test
Senior & Medical Driver Services
- Drivers aged 65+ may require additional medical or vision checks
- Periodic re-testing for drivers with health conditions
- Suspensions or restrictions possible if deemed medically unfit
FAQs – New Brunswick Driver’s License
How much does it cost to renew my driver’s license in New Brunswick?
$90.00 for a 5-year renewal.
How long is the GDL program in New Brunswick?
Minimum 24 months from learner’s to full Class 5.
Can I renew online?
Some renewals are eligible through SNB Online Services.
How soon must new residents exchange their license?
Within 90 days of establishing residency.
Start Your New Brunswick Driver’s License Process
Steps to Get Licensed in New Brunswick:
- Study the New Brunswick Driver’s Handbook
- Pass the knowledge test → earn Class 7 Level 1
- Complete road test → upgrade to Level 2
- Hold probationary license → upgrade to full Class 5
Ready to register?
Start with a CheckMyVin to confirm your car’s history and avoid costly surprises.
Contact Information (New Brunswick)
Renewals, address updates, road test booking
Online Services
Monday–Friday, varies by location
Office Hours
Website
Service New Brunswick Contact Centre