Booking Your New Brunswick Driving Test: Your Guide to Securing an Appointment
You've studied the driver's handbook, passed your written exam, and spent months practicing behind the wheel. Now, it's time for the final step: the road test. Scheduling your driving test appointment is a crucial part of the process, and this guide will provide you with clear, step-by-step instructions on how to book your test in New Brunswick.
Eligibility for the Road Test
Before you can book your appointment, you need to ensure you're eligible. To take the road test for your Class 7, Level II license, you must:
- Be at least 16 years old.
- Have held your Class 7, Level I (learner's) license for a minimum of 12 months.
- This waiting period can be reduced to 8 months if you have successfully completed a recognized driver training program from a licensed school.
How to Schedule Your Appointment
Service New Brunswick (SNB) provides two convenient ways to book your road test appointment: online and by phone.
Option 1: Online Scheduling
The online booking system is available 24/7, making it a flexible option for scheduling your test.
- Website: The official portal to book your test is on the Service New Brunswick website.
- What You'll Need:
- Your New Brunswick driver's license number (from your Class 7 permit).
- The last two digits of your license card number.
- Your date of birth.
- The Process:
- Navigate to the SNB driving test appointment scheduler.
- Enter your license information to verify your eligibility.
- Select the Service New Brunswick location where you'd like to take your test.
- Choose a date and time from the available appointment slots.
- Confirm your appointment details. You will receive a confirmation that you should save for your records.
Option 2: Phone Appointment
If you prefer to speak with someone directly or don't have internet access, you can book your appointment by phone.
- Phone Number: Call Service New Brunswick's Tele-Services at 1-888-762-8600.
- Hours of Operation: Be sure to call during their regular business hours.
- What You'll Need: Have your driver's license number ready when you call.
- The Process:
- Inform the agent that you would like to book a road test appointment.
- Provide them with your license information.
- Tell them your preferred SNB location for the test.
- The agent will let you know the available dates and times, and you can book your appointment over the phone.
Important Considerations
- Waiting Periods: Especially in larger centers or during busy times of the year (like summer), appointment slots can be booked up for weeks or even months in advance. It's a good idea to start looking for an appointment as soon as you become eligible.
- Applicants Under 18: If you are under 18, you will have needed to provide a parental consent form when you first applied for your license. Ensure all your documentation is in order.
- Foreign License Holders: If you are exchanging a foreign license from a country that does not have a reciprocal agreement with New Brunswick, you must pass a road test. You will need to bring your original foreign license, a certified translation (if not in English or French), and proof of identity and residency to your appointment. You should arrive at your appointment at least 45 minutes early to process your license exchange before the road test.
- Fees: The fee for a road test is $25.00 plus HST. You will need to pay this fee before your test begins.
Rescheduling or Canceling Your Appointment
If you need to change or cancel your appointment, it is crucial to do so as far in advance as possible. This frees up the spot for another driver. You can typically reschedule or cancel using the same method you used to book (online or by phone). Be aware that there may be a fee for canceling with short notice.
By following these steps, you can easily and efficiently book your New Brunswick driving test. Securing your appointment is a significant step toward earning your license, so get it scheduled and get ready to demonstrate your safe driving skills!
