Farm-Restricted Class 1 Driver’s Licence

Drive to and from Your Farm with Ease

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Starting April 1, 2024, eligible farmers and their family members can apply for a farm-restricted Class 1 driver’s licence. This specialized licence allows farmers to manage their agricultural transport needs efficiently, without the requirement for pre-licensing training.

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Requirements and Details

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To obtain a farm-restricted Class 1 driver’s licence, applicants must:

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• Successfully pass a Class 1 knowledge test and road test

• Complete a vision screening

• Submit a valid driver’s medical assessment

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Upon meeting these requirements, the licence will be issued with a condition code “P,” signifying the specific farming restrictions. Additionally, applicants must fulfill all other Class 1 licence requirements, including the Air Brake (Q) endorsement. For more details, refer to the Air Brake Program.

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Please note, farm-restricted Class 1 licences may also include the restriction code “N,” which prohibits operating vehicles that require a Class 2 or Class 4 licence unless the holder has completed the necessary tests and conditions for those classes.

For further details, refer to the Registrar’s Exemption for Farm-Restricted Class 1 Driver’s Licence.

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Eligibility Criteria

A person qualifies as a farmer if they:

• Are actively and directly involved in farming activities within Alberta

• Are responsible for management decisions and operational costs

• Hold control of farming assets, either through ownership or a rental agreement

• Produce annual farm commodities valued at a minimum of $10,000 or between $5,000 and $9,999, with Canada Pension Plan or Old Age Security as the only other significant sources of income

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This streamlined process supports Alberta's farming community, ensuring that essential transportation is accessible for farm operations.

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