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Getting an Ontario Driver’s License

How do I get my first Driver’s License in Ontario?

You can apply to get your driver’s license if you are 16 years or older.

You have to start with a G1, or a learner’s license.

To get a G1 , you will need to write a test.

You can write the test in different languages, not only English or French.

Can I drive a car on my own with my G1 license?

No! You can only drive a car with someone who has their G license (full license) who has been driving for at least 4 years.

What comes after a G1?

A G2 license!

To get this license, you need to do a road test.

This means that someone from Drive Test Ontario will go with you in a car, will tell you what to do and where to go and will decide if you are a good enough driver to get a license.

Before taking the test, you can practice driving with someone who has their G license (full license) who has been driving for at least 4 years.

You might want to take driving lessons with a driving school or teacher so you are ready to take the driving test.

How do I get my full license?

The last step is the full G license.

You will need to do another road test for this license.

You have to have your G2 for one year before you can take this road test.


Why should I get my license?

It is your decision if you want to get your driver’s license

You can use your license as identification, instead of the Ontario ID

There are some jobs that you might want to apply for that require a driver’s license, such as a driver for a company like Uber or a food delivery driver.

Some companies require you to have a full G license for certain jobs.

Go to this website to learn more about getting your driver’s license in Ontario.

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