Nova Scotia Driver’s License

January 5, 2018
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Nova Scotia Graduated Drivers License System:

The Government of Nova Scotia introduced this Graduated Drivers License system on first October 1994. From 1994 any resident of Nova Scotia who is willing to apply or applying, they must apply for the learner license under the Graduated Drivers License system. This program consists of 3 phases where the new drivers who are applying must complete these 3 phases successfully. Nova Scotia Graduated Drivers License system 3 phases are:

  • Learner’s License Phase.
  • Newly Licensed Phase.
  • Restricted Individual Phase.
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Nova Scotia Graduated Drivers License System for Passenger Vehicles:

Learner’s License Phase:

  • Applicant must be a resident of Nova Scotia.
  • Applicant must pass the written test.
  • Duration of this Phase 1 will be 12 months.

Restrictions in Phase1:

  • Nova Scotia Learner License holder should maintain zero blood alcohol concentration.
  • Must drive under the supervision of a full stage driver.
  • Supervising full stage driver should sit in the front seat.
  • Supervising full stage driver must hold a valid Class 5 Full stage License.
  • Supervising full stage driver should be under, 0.05 blood alcohol concentration.
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Note:

After the successful 12 months period as a learner license holder, the holder must pass the road test to become a Newly Licensed Driver.

Newly Licensed Driver Phase:

  • Applicant must be a resident of Nova Scotia.
  • Applicant must pass the road test.
  • Duration of this Phase 2 will be 24 months.

Restrictions in Phase2:

  • Nova Scotia Learner License holder should maintain zero blood alcohol concentration.
  • Holder should not drive between midnight and 5:00 AM.
  • Only limited number of passengers.
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Note:

To complete this newly licensed driver phase, the holder must take a 6-hour defensive driving course, and the holder must provide graduation certificate, it can be done in person or by mail. If the graduation certificate is not submitted by the newly licensed driver he/she will remain as a newly licensed driver.

Restricted Individual Stage:

  • Applicant must be a resident of Nova Scotia.
  • Applicant must submit the Graduation Certificate.
  • Duration of this Phase 3 will be 36 months.

Restrictions in Phase3:

  • Nova Scotia Learner License holder should maintain zero blood alcohol concentration.

Note:

After the successful 24 months period as a restricted individual stage driver, the holder will be considered as a fully experienced driver.

Nova Scotia Graduated Drivers License System for Motor Cycles:

Motor Cycle Learner’s License Phase:

  • Applicant must be a resident of Nova Scotia.
  • Applicant must obtain a learner’s class 7 or class 8 License.
  • Applicant must pass the motorcycle rules test.
  • Applicant must complete the practical skills test.
  • Duration of this Phase 1 will be 6 months.

Restrictions in Phase1:

  • Nova Scotia Learner License holder should maintain zero blood alcohol concentration.
  • No passengers.
  • Should drive during the daytime.

Note:

After the successful 6 months period as a learner license holder, the holder must pass the road test to become Newly Licensed Driver.

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Newly Licensed Motor Cycle Driver Phase:

Restrictions in Phase2:

  • Nova Scotia Learner License holder should maintain zero blood alcohol concentration.
  • Holder should not drive between midnight and 5:00 AM.

Note:

To complete this newly licensed driver phase, the holder must take a 6-hour defensive driving course, and the holder must provide graduation certificate, it can be done in person or by mail. If the graduation certificate is not submitted by the newly licensed driver he/she will remain as a newly licensed driver.

Restricted Individual Stage:

  • Applicant must be a resident of Nova Scotia.
  • Applicant must submit the Graduation Certificate.
  • Duration of this Phase 3 will be 36 months.

Restrictions in Phase3:

  • Nova Scotia Learner License holder should maintain zero blood alcohol concentration.

Note:

After the successful 24 months period as a restricted individual stage driver, the holder will be considered as a fully experienced driver.

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Nova Scotia Registry of Motor Vehicles List:

List of  RMV offices in Nova Scotia Province
S.NO Location of RMV office Phone number of RMV office Address of RMV office
1 AMHERST RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 AMHERST
2 ANTIGONISH RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 ANTIGONISH
3 BADDECK RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 BADDECK
4 BRIDGEWATER RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 BRIDGEWATER
5 DARTMOUTH RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 DARTMOUTH
6 DIGBY RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 DIGBY
7 GUYSBOROUGH RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 GUYSBOROUGH
8 HALIFAX RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 HALIFAX
9 KENTVILLE RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 KENTVILLE
10 LIVERPOOL RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 LIVERPOOL
11 MIDLETON RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 MIDLETON
12 LOWER SACKVILLE RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 LOWER SACKVILLE
13 PORT HAWKESBURY RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 PORT HAWKESBURY
14 SHEET HARBOUR RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 SHEET HARBOUR
15 SHELBURNE RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 SHELBURNE
16 STELLARTON RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 STELLARTON
17 SYDNEY RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 SYDNEY
18 TRURO RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 TRURO
19 WINDSOR RMV Office 1-800-898-7668 WINDSOR

Locate Nova Scotia RMV Office Online – https://novascotia.ca/sns/access/locations/location-map.asp

Find your nearest Nova Scotia Registry of Motor Vehicles Office online – https://novascotia.ca/sns/access/locations/location-map.asp

What are the documents required applying for Nova Scotia Driver’s License?

The residents of Nova Scotia Province while applying for the Driver’s license they have to show the age proof and name proof documents. The applicant must provide one primary Identification document and two secondary identification documents.

Note:

Only original and certified copies issued by the concerned authority will be accepted.

Accepted list of Documents satisfies all the three identification requirements:

  • Nova Scotia Driver’s License.
  • Nova Scotia Photo Identification Card.
  • Valid Canadian Passport.
  • Enhanced Driver license of other provinces of Canada.
  • Enhanced provisional identification card.
  • Canadian Citizenship card.
  • Permanent Resident card.

Accepted list of Documents satisfies two identification requirements:

  • Driver’s License from other Jurisdiction.
  • British Columbia combined Driver’s license & Services card.
  • British Columbia Services card.
  • Valid Foreign Passport.
  • United States Passport Card.
  • Military Identification Card.
  • Record of Landing.

Accepted list of Documents which supports Age/Name proof:

  • Canadian Birth Certificate.
  • IMM 5292 – Confirmation of Permanent Resident.
  • Study Permit.
  • Work permit.
  • Visitor permit.
  • Temporary resident permit.
  • Refugee Protection claimant (IMM 1442)
  • Canadian Citizenship Certificate.
  • Certificate of Indian Status Card.
  • Court Order consisting Legal name, date of birth.

What are the documents required applying for Nova Scotia Master Number?

The residents of Nova Scotia Province while applying for the Master Number they have to show the age proof and name proof documents. The applicant must provide one primary Identification document and two secondary identification documents.

Note:

Only original and certified copies issued by the concerned authority will be accepted.

Accepted list of Documents satisfies all the three identification requirements:

  • Nova Scotia Driver’s License.
  • Nova Scotia Photo Identification Card.
  • Valid Canadian Passport.
  • Enhanced Driver license of other provinces of Canada.
  • Enhanced provisional identification card.
  • Canadian Citizenship card.
  • Permanent Resident card.

Accepted list of Documents satisfies two identification requirements:

  • Driver’s License from other Jurisdiction.
  • British Columbia combined Driver’s license & Services card.
  • British Columbia Services card.
  • Valid Foreign Passport.
  • United States Passport Card.
  • Military Identification Card.
  • Record of Landing.

Accepted list of Documents which supports Age/Name proof:

  • Canadian Birth Certificate.
  • IMM 5292 – Confirmation of Permanent Resident.
  • Study Permit.
  • Work permit.
  • Visitor permit.
  • Temporary resident permit.
  • Refugee Protection claimant (IMM 1442)
  • Canadian Citizenship Certificate.
  • Certificate of Indian Status Card.
  • Court Order consisting Legal name, date of birth.

What are the documents required applying for Nova Scotia Photo Identification Card?

The residents of Nova Scotia Province while applying the Photo Identification Card they have to show the age proof and name proof documents. The applicant must provide one primary Identification document and two secondary identification documents.

Note:

Only original and certified copies issued by the concerned authority will be accepted.

Accepted list of Documents satisfies all the three identification requirements:

  • Nova Scotia Driver’s License.
  • Nova Scotia Photo Identification Card.
  • Valid Canadian Passport.
  • Enhanced Driver license of other provinces of Canada.
  • Enhanced provisional identification card.
  • Canadian Citizenship card.
  • Permanent Resident card.

Accepted list of Documents satisfies two identification requirements:

  • Driver’s License from other Jurisdiction.
  • British Columbia combined Driver’s license & Services card.
  • British Columbia Services card.
  • Valid Foreign Passport.
  • United States Passport Card.
  • Military Identification Card.
  • Record of Landing.

Accepted list of Documents which supports Age/Name proof:

  • Canadian Birth Certificate.
  • IMM 5292 – Confirmation of Permanent Resident.
  • Study Permit.
  • Work permit.
  • Visitor permit.
  • Temporary resident permit.
  • Refugee Protection claimant (IMM 1442)
  • Canadian Citizenship Certificate.
  • Certificate of Indian Status Card.
  • Court Order consisting Legal name, date of birth.