Taking a BC Driving Test
British Columbia operates a standard graduated driver licensing program through the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC), which is mandatory for all new and experienced drivers seeking a BC driver's licence. The appropriate BC driver's licence grants the privilege to operate passenger vehicles, motorcycles, or other motorized vehicles within the province. For those seeking information on the BC Class 5 car driving licence or the Class 6 motorcycle licence issued by BC to eligible drivers, comprehensive resources are available. From practice test sets for the ICBC knowledge test to details on the ICBC road test, all information is presented in straightforward, easy-to-understand steps, eliminating the need for further research for your BC driving test.
Please select the type of BC driving test you wish to take:
Class 5 BC Driving Test For Passenger Vehicles
To operate a passenger vehicle such as a car, light truck, or van in British Columbia, you must progress through the BC graduated driver licensing program and ultimately obtain a full BC class 5 license. Initially, you must pass the ICBC knowledge test to receive your BC learner's license. After acquiring your learner's license and sufficient on-road practice, you're eligible to take the ICBC road test for the Novice Driver or 'N' license. The final step involves passing the last BC driving test, which grants you a full, unrestricted BC class 5 license, marking the completion of your BC passenger vehicle driver licensing process.
BC Car Licensing
We aim to offer comprehensive guidance to drivers in BC on the BC graduated license process. This includes detailed information on the requirements for the BC learner's license stage, the BC novice driver stage, and the final BC class 5 driver's license stage, assisting you at every driving test you encounter. The ICBC knowledge test is available once you reach 16 years of age. The BC Learn To Drive Smart Manual is a crucial resource to begin with.
ICBC Knowledge Test
The ICBC knowledge test will assess your understanding of BC road signs and road rules. By learning the key concepts explained in the BC Learn to Drive Smart manual and then mastering those through BC class 7 practice tests you can be sure that you are completely prepared for the ICBC knowledge test. Keep in mind: Don't miss any of the sections in the BC Learn To Drive Smart manual Use all our Class 7 practice tests to learn everything you need to know
ICBC Road Tests For Cars
Once you pass the ICBC knowledge test; to qualify as a BC learner driver you need to start practicing driving to complete the Class 7 ICBC road test (more here) and the Class 5 ICBC road test (more here). Each of these types of BC driving test will focus on specific car handling skills, and the tests get more challenging as you progress. Remember all the theoretical information from the BC learner stage Use the timely wisely to practice all on-road driving skills
BC Driving Test for a Motorcycle Licence
The motorcycle licence BC makes available to interested residents, is obtained through the BC motorcycle graduated driver licensing program, where depending on if you already hold another full-privilege drivers licence (Class 1-5) or not, determines the time you need to spend on each motorcycle licensing stage. The ICBC manages all BC motorcycle licensing programs and the administration of the appropriate BC driving test.
Motorcycle Licence BC
Motorcycle drivers in BC need to know exactly what is expected of them at each stage of the BC graduated motorcycle license program. Whether they're looking for practice ICBC knowledge tests for their learner licence, detailed ICBC road test information for their BC motorcycle novice licence or BC Class 6 licence, we have it covered.
BC Motorcycle Knowledge Test
The BC motorcycle knowledge test may appear daunting, but with thorough study of the BC Learn to Ride Smart guide and dedicated practice using the class 6 motorcycle practice tests, you'll be well-equipped for the actual motorcycle knowledge test. Concentrate on mastering all the necessary concepts and skills.
Motorcycle Road Test BC
The ICBC mandates that all new riders must pass two distinct BC motorcycle road tests to obtain their final Class 6 BC motorcycle license. The motorcycle skills test and the road test for the Class 8 Novice license concentrate on fundamental motorcycle driving skills. In contrast, the Class 6 road test is an advanced assessment that incorporates highway driving.