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New drivers in Newfoundland and Labrador: graduated licensing stages and minimum ages

The graduated driver licensing stages of Newfoundland and Labrador: 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

Minimum age 16 (parental consent under 19), with written, vision and road tests. Level I: accompanied by a licensed driver with at least 4 years' experience; at least 12 months before the road test (8 months with an approved driver education program). Level II: 12 months with 0% blood alcohol, passengers limited to the number of seat belts, and driving between midnight and 5 a.m. only with an experienced accompanying driver. The handbook lists Level II eligibility as 16 years 8 months with training or 17 otherwise: confirm.

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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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