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Getting a commercial licence

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Testing for a commercial full-privilege licence

To qualify for a full-privilege [click for definition] Class 1, 2, 3 or 4 (commercial) licence, you must pass:

These two tests together are often referred to as "the road test."

You may take both tests on the same day.

Retaking tests

If you fail the pre-trip inspection test, you may retake it without having to retake the road test. You will need to pay the test fee again whenever you retake a test. Contact licensing staff for more information about retaking tests.

The pre-trip inspection test

The pre-trip inspection part of the road test lets you demonstrate that you know how, when and why you must complete a pre-trip inspection.

If you are applying for a commercial licence, you must conduct a pre-trip inspection on and take the road test with an appropriate vehicle.

If you are applying for a Class 1, 2, 3 or 4 unrestricted commercial licence, you must also complete and submit a written trip inspection report.

The road test

During the on-road part of the road test you must demonstrate your ability in several basic skill areas, including, but not limited to: