Moped or scooter licence (Class 6D) in Quebec from age 14: the steps

Age, parental consent, the required course, the knowledge test, fees, and the rules for riders under 16.

Short answer: according to the SAAQ, you can get a Class 6D licence (moped or scooter) from age 14, with the written consent of a parent if you are under 18. You take a 6-hour course at a recognized driving school, then pass the vision test and the knowledge test (75%) at a service centre. Test: $13.50. Licence: $46.50.

What Class 6D allows

A two- or three-wheeled moped or scooter with an electric motor or a gasoline engine of no more than 50 cc and an automatic transmission.
Maximum speed of the vehicle: 70 km/h. Over 50 cc it is a motorcycle and needs a Class 6A, 6B or 6C licence (see the motorcycle classes).
Already licensed? According to the SAAQ, a driver's licence or a probationary licence of any class except Class 8 (farm tractors) lets you ride a moped or scooter. The SAAQ does not mention the learner's licence: check with them.

Requirements

Be at least 14 years old.
Under 18: the written consent of your father, mother or legal guardian (the Consent of a Person Having Parental Authority form), which you also present at the knowledge test.
Have your principal residence in Québec, and be a Canadian citizen or allowed to stay in Canada for more than six months.

The steps, in order

The course (6 hours) at a driving school recognized by the SAAQ: 3 hours of theory, then 3 hours of practice on a closed track (the last hour is the evaluation). One instructor for at most 5 students. Gear required for the practice: an approved helmet, visor or goggles, long sleeves, long pants, gloves, boots or closed-toe shoes. The school sets the course price (the SAAQ does not publish it).
The vision test and the knowledge test at an SAAQ service centre, by appointment. Bring the course completion attestation and, for a first licence, two identity documents the SAAQ accepts.
Payment: cash, debit (not at every outlet), cheque or money order. Credit cards are not accepted.

The Class 6D knowledge test

Three topics: the Highway Safety Code; road signs, pavement markings and traffic signals; moped and scooter riding behaviours and techniques.
Passing mark: 75%. Length: about one hour.
If you fail, wait at least 28 days before retaking it.
The SAAQ does not publish the number of questions.
Official study guide: the SAAQ's moped guide (“Conduire un cyclomoteur”).

Fees (SAAQ)	Amount
Knowledge test	$13.50
Driver's licence	$46.50
Course	set by the school

Rules to know on the road

Under 16: no passengers. Fine: $100.
A helmet is required for everyone on board, meeting a recognized standard (for example DOT FMVSS 218, Snell, ECE 22).
Not allowed, with fines: riding between lanes of vehicles, on sidewalks, on bikeways or on limited-access highways.
Do not modify the vehicle to increase its power or speed. The vehicle must be registered.
Under 5 years of experience: zero alcohol and fewer than 4 demerit points.

Key points

6D = 50 cc or less, automatic, 70 km/h maximum; from age 14.
6-hour course (3 h theory + 3 h practice), then the vision test and the knowledge test at 75%.
Under 16: never a passenger.

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Official sources

SAAQ, “Obtaining a Moped or Scooter Driver's Licence (Class 6D)” (last update February 23, 2026; consulted 2026-11-05): age, consent, steps, test, fees, passengers
SAAQ, moped and scooter driving course (last update April 1, 2026): course length and content
SAAQ, “Mopeds and Scooters: What the Law Says” (last update January 28, 2025): 70 km/h, helmet, equipment, prohibitions, alcohol, demerit points
SAAQ, “Conduire un cyclomoteur” guide (PDF, French)