Permis PrêtCan you take the SAAQ knowledge test online?
What you can do online, what happens at the service point, and what to bring on exam day (Class 5).
Short answer: no. According to the SAAQ’s “Auto (classe 5)” page (modified 2026-09-09), the knowledge (theory) test is taken in person, at the service point you chose when you booked. Online, you can book the appointment (SAAQclic portal) and practise, but not take the test itself.
Online or at the service point?
| Step | Where it happens |
|---|---|
| Book the SAAQ knowledge test | Online, in the SAAQclic portal |
| Practise | Online: the SAAQ’s “Test de connaissances” road-safety quiz, or a practice test such as Permis Prêt’s |
| Take the SAAQ knowledge test | In person, at the service point chosen when booking |
| Sign-language interpreter | By videoconference, offered at every centre that gives knowledge tests |
Don’t mix them up: your driving school’s theory exam (the module 5 evaluation) is part of the driving course and comes before the learner’s licence. The SAAQ’s knowledge test comes later, at least 10 months after you get the learner’s licence.
Source: SAAQ, “Auto (classe 5)” page (French), steps and knowledge-test section (modified 2026-09-09).
What to bring on exam day
- Your learner’s licence or a photo ID.
- The fee: $13.50. Credit cards are not accepted (cash, debit card except at some service points, cheque or money order).
- Nothing electronic: only material supplied by the SAAQ and a paper dictionary (no illustrations or handwritten notes) are allowed.
How the test works
- Multiple-choice questions only (A, B, C or D).
- Length: 30 to 60 minutes.
- Three parts: the Highway Safety Code, road signs, and driving behaviour and techniques for a passenger vehicle.
- 75% in each of the three parts to pass.
- An audio version is available for tests in French and in English.
- If you fail: wait 28 days, then retake only the parts you failed, with a fee for each retake.
The SAAQ page does not publish the number of questions.
Key points
- The SAAQ knowledge test is not taken online: it is in person, by appointment.
- Book on SAAQclic; you must have held your learner’s licence for at least 10 months on the day of the test.
- Bring your learner’s licence (or photo ID) and $13.50, and no credit card.
15 free questions with explanations and sources, no sign-up.
Practise for free
Official sources
- SAAQ, “Auto (classe 5)” (French page), steps, knowledge test, fees, payment methods and allowed items (page modified 2026-09-09, consulted 2026-11-03)
- SAAQ, “Prendre un rendez-vous” (French, consulted 2026-11-03)
- SAAQ, “Test de connaissances” (road-safety quiz)
See also
- Mandatory Class 5 driving course: how many hours, and who has to take it?
- SAAQ knowledge test: fees and pass marks (Class 5, motorcycle, heavy vehicle)
- SAAQ motorcycle test 6R: 10 free questions with answers
General information page, current as of 2026-11-03. If in doubt, the official text prevails. Rules can change: check saaq.gouv.qc.ca.