To exchange an out-of-province licence you must usually:

Question: To exchange an out-of-province licence you must usually:

Answer options:

• Take a written test only ✅ Surrender the old licence and meet SAAQ requirements (knowledge/vision tests may apply)
• Pay a fine
• Wait one year

Correct answer: Surrender the old licence and meet SAAQ requirements (knowledge/vision tests may apply)

Explanation: Under SAAQ rules, exchanging an out-of-province driver's licence requires surrendering the existing physical card to prevent individuals from holding multiple active licences, alongside meeting identification and residency requirements. Depending on reciprocal agreements with the originating jurisdiction, vision, written, or practical tests may also be required. Simply taking a written test is incorrect because some applicants are exempt from testing entirely, while others must take both written and road exams. Paying a fine or waiting a year are completely arbitrary and incorrect. Understanding licence exchange procedures is highly relevant for the exam as it establishes legal residency driving compliance in Québec.