To get your G2 licence in Ontario, you must hold a G1 for at least 12 months (8 months with a BDE course), then pass a G2 road test at a DriveTest centre. The road test costs approximately $53.75 and evaluates your ability to drive safely in everyday traffic conditions.
Key Facts
- Book online at drivetest.ca or call 1-888-570-6110
- Choose a DriveTest centre near where you practice
- Pay the $53.75 road test fee at the time of booking
- Bring your G1 licence card to the appointment
- Left and right turns at intersections
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Step 1: Hold Your G1 for the Required Period
You must hold a valid G1 licence for a minimum of 12 months before you can take the G2 road test. If you complete a Ministry-approved Beginner Driver Education (BDE) course, which includes at least 20 hours of classroom instruction and 10 hours of in-car driving, this waiting period is reduced to 8 months.
Step 2: Book Your G2 Road Test
Book your G2 road test online at drivetest.ca, by phone, or in person at any DriveTest centre. The fee for the G2 test is approximately $53.75. You can select the DriveTest location most convenient for you. Some locations have longer wait times than others, especially in urban areas.
- Book online at drivetest.ca or call 1-888-570-6110
- Choose a DriveTest centre near where you practice
- Pay the $53.75 road test fee at the time of booking
- Bring your G1 licence card to the appointment
Step 3: What the G2 Road Test Covers
The G2 road test takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes and is conducted entirely on local roads. No highway driving is required. The examiner evaluates your ability to perform everyday driving tasks safely and correctly.
- Left and right turns at intersections
- Stopping at stop signs and traffic lights
- Parallel parking or roadside parking
- Changing lanes safely with shoulder checks
- Three-point turns and reverse stall parking
- Observation habits and speed management
Step 4: After You Pass
Once you pass the G2 road test, DriveTest upgrades your licence to a G2 on the spot. With a G2, you can drive alone without a supervisor, drive on highways, and drive at any time of day. G2 restrictions still apply, including a 0 BAC requirement for drivers under 21. You must hold your G2 for at least 12 months before taking the full G road test.
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