Saskatchewan Driver's Licence Restriction Codes Explained
If there's a letter code on your Saskatchewan driver's licence, it's a restriction added for safety reasons — because of a medical condition, the vehicle you tested in, a Criminal Code conviction, or an examiner's recommendation. Here's what each code means.
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
| A | Must wear prescribed glasses or contact lenses |
| B | May not drive at night (half hour after sunset to half hour before sunrise) |
| C | Limited to a 40 km radius of the address on the licence |
| D | Limited to an 80 km radius of the address on the licence |
| E | May only drive outside city limits (or as a learner within city limits) |
| F | Vehicle must have 2 outside rear-view mirrors |
| G | Must present a Detail Authority Card (custom restriction) |
| H | Limited to 3-wheeled motorcycles, or 2-wheeled as a learner |
| J | Limited to motorcycles under 50cc, or larger as a learner |
| K | Limited to school buses with capacity under 36 passengers |
| L | Cannot drive Class 2, 4 or rideshare (TNC) vehicles |
| M | Class 1-3 limited to automatic/electronic transmission (standard as a learner) |
| N | Limited to school buses with automatic transmission |
| R | New motorcycle riders (MGDL): limited to motorcycles 400cc or under |
| T | Cannot drive a taxi, limousine or rideshare vehicle for hire |
| W | Restricted to commercial driving within Canada only, not the US |
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Why you might have a restriction
- A reported medical condition (epilepsy, diabetes, heart disease, vision conditions, etc.) — you're required to report these when applying for or renewing a licence, or you risk losing insurance coverage.
- The specific vehicle you used for your road test (e.g., an automatic-only commercial vehicle, a small school bus, or a small-engine motorcycle).
- Criminal Code convictions.
- A driver examiner's professional recommendation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I remove the "R" motorcycle restriction from my licence?
Yes — retest on a larger motorcycle or complete an SGI-approved motorcycle training course. Otherwise it expires automatically once you finish the MGDL program.
What happens if I don't report a medical condition affecting my driving?
You could lose your insurance coverage, so it must be disclosed when applying for or renewing your licence.
Fees and requirements are set by SGI and can change. Always confirm current details on SGI's official site or with your nearest motor licence issuer before visiting.
