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May 18, 2026

SAAQ Laval: Everything You Need to Know Before Your Exam

Are you preparing for your SAAQ Laval road test? It all starts with one simple thing: knowing where to go. Many candidates show up at the wrong address, pay for nothing, and lose several weeks of waiting before they can book another appointment. This guide gathers everything you need to know before your SAAQ Laval exam: the two facilities, the 2026 fees, how to book, what to bring, and the mistakes to avoid to pass on the first try.

Key takeaways
Two SAAQ Laval facilities on Boulevard Le Corbusier. At 660 for the learner's licence and knowledge test. At 1545 (Galeries Laval) for the road test. 2026 fees: $13.50 for the knowledge test, $33.75 for the Class 5 road test.

Two SAAQ Laval service centres, two different addresses

SAAQ Laval is not a single address. It's two distinct facilities, both on Boulevard Le Corbusier but at different numbers. Each one offers specific services. Indeed, showing up at the wrong address on exam day means missing your appointment and paying $26.75 as a no-show fee.

Service outlet
660 Boulevard Le Corbusier, H7N 0A9
This is where you get your learner's licence, take the knowledge test, register a vehicle, or renew your driver's licence. Operated by CAA-Québec. Phone: 450 681-3071. Hours: Monday and Tuesday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Temporary location since December 2025, while a new permanent address is being prepared for summer 2026.
Exam centre
1545 Boulevard Le Corbusier, H7S 2K6
This is where your on-road practical exam for Class 5 takes place. The SAAQ Laval exam centre is at Galeries Laval, about two minutes by car from the service outlet. On site, you present your appointment confirmation, pay the fees, and meet the SAAQ examiner at your vehicle for the test.
⚠ Before you leave home
Check your appointment confirmation before leaving the house. Both SAAQ Laval facilities are on the same street but at different numbers: the confusion happens more often than you might think, and the SAAQ makes no exception for being late because of a wrong address.

Official 2026 fees to know

The fees below are the official SAAQ rates published for 2026. They apply at SAAQ Laval as at every other service centre in Quebec. Moreover, all amounts are non-refundable and must be paid at the time of booking or on site.

What each step costs in 2026
✓  Knowledge test: $13.50
✓  Road test, passenger vehicle (Class 5): $33.75
✓  Late cancellation (less than 48 hours before): $26.75
✓  No-show at exam: $26.75

How to book your SAAQ Laval road test

The SAAQ strongly recommends booking your SAAQ Laval exam in advance. Furthermore, slots fill up quickly, especially during peak periods (spring, end of the school year). Here are the three steps to follow to book in the best conditions.

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Step 1: Check your eligibility
To take the road test, you must have held your learner's licence for at least 12 months (or 8 months if you completed your course at a SAAQ-approved driving school) and have passed the knowledge test.
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Step 2: Book via SAAQclic
Use SAAQclic, the SAAQ's official platform available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Or call customer service at 1 800 361-7620 during business hours.
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Step 3: Choose the Laval centre
Select the SAAQ Laval exam centre at 1545 Boulevard Le Corbusier (Galeries Laval). Confirm the date, the time, and note the exact address on your confirmation, paper or digital.

What to bring on exam day

Arrive at the exam centre at least 30 minutes before your appointment time. Therefore, prepare your documents the night before to avoid forgetting anything, especially on the morning of the test when stress can cause you to overlook the essentials.

Your exam day checklist
1.  Your learner's licence (the physical card, not a photo).
2.  A photo identification document in case verification is requested.
3.  Your SAAQ appointment confirmation, paper or digital.
4.  Payment for the fees: $33.75 for a passenger vehicle in 2026.
5.  A roadworthy vehicle: valid registration, current insurance, working brakes, functioning lights, windshield without cracks, working parking brake.
6.  Your corrective lenses if your learner's licence requires them (condition O).
⚠ Possible refusal on exam day
A single burnt-out headlight, a cracked windshield, or a faulty parking brake can lead to refusal by the examiner before you even hit the road. You then lose your fees and have to book another appointment. However, this risk is easy to avoid: inspect your vehicle the night before, not on the morning itself.

How the road test runs at the SAAQ Laval centre

The SAAQ Laval road test lasts about 30 to 45 minutes. An examiner gets into the vehicle with you and asks you to drive a route in real traffic around the exam centre, in the Galeries Laval area. The evaluation covers five main areas.

What the SAAQ evaluates
✓  Basic manoeuvres: hill start, parallel parking, reversing, three-point turn, angle parking.
✓  Driving in traffic: speed limit compliance, intersection management, lane changes, blind-spot checks.
✓  Highway or expressway driving if the route around the centre allows it.
✓  Highway Safety Code compliance: full stops, signalling, following distances.
✓  Perception and anticipation: your ability to spot risks before they happen.

Then, the SAAQ examiner scores your manoeuvres in real time on a standardized grid. At the end of the route, they immediately tell you whether you passed or not, and hand you a detailed results sheet. If you pass, you receive your probationary licence.

The most common mistakes to avoid

Here are the classic traps that cause many candidates to fail the road test, even well-prepared ones. Spot them before you take the wheel for the test.

Mistake 1: Forgetting blind-spot checks
Changing lanes without a blind-spot check is an almost automatic major fault. Turn your head; don't rely only on mirrors. It is the number one error on result sheets.
Mistake 2: Driving too slowly out of nerves
Driving 15 km/h below the limit is also a fault. In fact, the SAAQ evaluates your ability to keep up with traffic, not excessive caution. Drive at the posted speed, not under it.
Mistake 3: Rolling stops at stop signs
A rolling stop (Hollywood stop) is flagged immediately. The wheels must come to a complete stop for at least one second. Count "one, two" mentally before moving off.
Mistake 4: Focusing on the examiner
Ignore the examiner. Instead, focus on the road, the traffic, and your vehicle. The examiner won't react to your glances and doesn't expect you to speak. Their job is to record what you do, not to guide you.

For deeper preparation, also check our companion guide on how to pass the SAAQ road test on your first try.

What to do if you fail

Failing the road test is not the end of the world. Many candidates have to retake it, and that's perfectly normal. However, the SAAQ imposes a minimum 28-day waiting period before retaking. Use this time to analyze your results sheet (the examiner details which manoeuvres did not pass) and to do a few targeted driving hours with an experienced instructor. A 1 to 5 hour refresher course costs much less than a second failure and the loss of several additional weeks.

How Vision Plus prepares you for your SAAQ Laval exam

A good driving school in Laval does not stop at filling the 39 required hours. Here is what makes the difference at Vision Plus to prepare you for your SAAQ Laval exam, whether with your personal vehicle or with a vehicle rented from us.

Regular Package
Standard preparation
✓  24 hours of theory and 15 hours of practical instruction
✓  Experienced instructors and recent vehicles
✓  Help with SAAQclic appointment booking
✓  Vehicle rental available for exam day
✓  Courses from $999, six installment payments available
Vision+ Program
Reinforced preparation
✓  Everything included in the Regular package
✓  Additional targeted practical hours
✓  Route simulation for the SAAQ Laval exam centre
✓  Review of weak manoeuvres
Ideal for maximizing your chances of passing on the first try at the SAAQ Laval centre.

Frequently asked questions about the SAAQ Laval

Addresses and fees

What is the address of the SAAQ Laval exam centre?
The road test takes place at 1545 Boulevard Le Corbusier, at Galeries Laval (H7S 2K6). The SAAQ Laval service outlet for the learner's licence, knowledge test, and registration is at 660 Boulevard Le Corbusier (H7N 0A9). These are two different addresses on the same boulevard.
How much does the SAAQ road test cost in 2026?
In 2026, the road test for a passenger vehicle (Class 5) costs $33.75. The knowledge test costs $13.50. A late cancellation (less than 48 hours before) or a no-show costs $26.75. All amounts are non-refundable.

Preparation and exam

What is the waiting period between learner's licence and road test?
You must have held your learner's licence for at least 12 months before you can take the road test. However, this wait is reduced to 8 months if you completed your course at a SAAQ-approved driving school, like Vision Plus.
Can I take the exam with my own car?
Yes, as long as it complies: valid registration, current insurance, working brakes, functioning lights and indicators, windshield without cracks, working parking brake. If your vehicle is not ready, you can rent a vehicle from Vision Plus for exam day.

After the exam

What happens if I fail the road test?
Note that you can retake the test after a minimum 28-day wait set by the SAAQ. A new appointment and payment of the fees are required. Use this wait to work on the manoeuvres detailed on your result sheet with an instructor.
And after the road test, what is the next step?
Once you pass the road test, you receive your probationary licence. Depending on your age and your record, some restrictions may apply (zero alcohol tolerance, reduced demerit points). After two years without major infractions, you obtain your regular Class 5 licence.
Ready for your SAAQ Laval exam?
Vision Plus prepares you with a complete training program and the option to rent a roadworthy vehicle for exam day.
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Vision Plus is a SAAQ-approved driving school with four branches on the North Shore: Laval, Sainte-Thérèse, Saint-Jérôme, and Mascouche. For any questions, contact us or call us at 450 682-4142. SAAQ Laval fees and addresses verified in May 2026 on saaq.gouv.qc.ca; they may be modified without notice.

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