FAQs

• How can I acquire a license to drive in Nova Scotia?

Picture of a Nova Scotia driver’s license. Fill out a driver’s license application form accessible at an Access Nova Scotia facility. To take a test, visit a Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) service centre. Although you don’t need to make an appointment, you should contact 1-800-898-7668 to determine when a test is offered. Display a valid ID.

• How long does obtaining a complete driver’s license in Nova Scotia take?

There is no additional waiting period once you pass the road test (driving examination); you pay the cost and get a temporary document that is good for 30 days. You will get your new card in the mail within 14 calendar days after visiting Access Nova Scotia.

• How can I update my license to reflect Nova Scotia?

You must visit the DMV, or “Access Nova Scotia”, as they are known here, to obtain your new license, registration, and license plate. Your Ontario driver’s license will be taken and destroyed there when you arrive.

• How long is the driving test in Nova Scotia?

The test will be given on a minimum 3-kilometre route, if feasible, during traffic. Your ability to apply your understanding of traffic regulations, spot traffic signs, and appropriately respond to real-world driving situations will all be tested throughout the exam.

• In Nova Scotia, how much does a beginner’s license cost?

After passing the written and visual exams, you must pay the $25.10 license cost. As the questions on this Nova Scotia learner’s license practice test are based on the same content as the questions on the actual exam, taking it might help you get more familiar with the material.

• In Nova Scotia, how much does a beginner’s license cost?

After passing the written and visual exams, you must pay the $25.10 license cost. As the questions on this Nova Scotia learner’s license practice test are based on the same content as the questions on the actual exam, taking it might help you get more familiar with the material.