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New drivers in New Brunswick: graduated licensing stages and minimum ages

The graduated driver licensing stages of New Brunswick: minimum ages, how long each stage lasts and the main restrictions, from the official pages. Switching a licence from another province is on our driving page.

Stages, minimum ages and restrictions

Class 7 Level 1 from age 16 (parental consent under 18); vision, written, basic and sign tests; Level 1 lasts at least 12 months (8 months if you graduated from a recognized licensed driving school), with one passenger only, in the front seat, holding a Class 5 or better licence with at least 3 years of experience. Level 2 minimum age is 16 years 8 months or 17 (without a course): sources differ. Minimum two years in the program.

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These are the standard rules for passenger vehicles. Stage lengths, ages and restrictions are changed by regulation and some sources conflict, as noted: confirm with the licensing office before booking a test. If you already hold a full licence from another province or country, different rules apply (see our driving page). Rules, fees and programs change and were read on 2026-11-14: confirm with the official source. General information, not legal advice. Quebec follows its own rules: see atlasquebec.ca.

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