Overview
You can add a driver with a licence from another Canadian province to your car insurance policy as an occasional driver. The driver then needs to switch to a Quebec or Ontario licence within 6 to 12 months after moving, depending on the insurance company listed on your policy.
This applies if you want to add a driver with a licence from another Canadian province to your car insurance policy.
If you have a quote but haven’t bought your policy yet, a YouSet broker needs to review the driver’s licence and add them to your quote for you. Send your request through the Contact Us page.
Eligibility requirements
- The driver has a valid driver's licence from another Canadian province
- The driver lives in Quebec or Ontario, or is moving there
- The driver plans to switch to a Quebec or Ontario licence within 6 to 12 months after moving
What you'll need
- The driver's full name
- The driver's licence number and the province that issued it
- The date the driver moved, or will move, to Quebec or Ontario
How to add a driver with a licence from another province to your policy
- Sign in to your YouSet account
- Under your car insurance policy, select Modify Policy
- Select Occasional driver
- Follow the steps on the screen to enter the driver's details
- Submit your request
What happens after
- YouSet reviews your request within 48 hours
- YouSet tells you if the change affects your price before it's final
- When the change is done, you get a confirmation email
Frequently asked questions
How long does the driver have to switch to a Quebec or Ontario licence?
Once a driver with an out-of-province licence is added to your policy as an occasional driver, they typically have 6 to 12 months after moving, depending on the insurance company listed on your policy.
Can I add a driver with a licence from another province to a new quote?
Yes, but not online. A YouSet broker needs to review the driver's licence first. Send your request through the YouSet Contact Us page.
What if the driver doesn't switch their licence in time?
The driver needs to switch to a Quebec or Ontario licence within 6 to 12 months after moving. The exact deadline depends on the insurance company listed on your policy. If they miss it, they may no longer be allowed on your car insurance policy, and your insurance company may remove them. To avoid this, make sure the driver switches their licence before the deadline.