BC ICBC Knowledge Practice Test 2026
In British Columbia you pass the ICBC knowledge test to get your learner’s (L) licence. The test has 50 multiple-choice questions and you need 40 correct. These practice questions cover BC’s Graduated Licensing Program, road signs and the rules of the road.
Resposta rápida
O exame oficial tem 50 perguntas. Para passar: 40 of 50 (80%). Entidade responsável: ICBC (Insurance Corporation of British Columbia). Idade mínima: 16. Pratique aqui gratuitamente com 205 perguntas, cada uma com a resposta e uma explicação. Verificado com fontes oficiais em 10 de outubro de 2026.
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Resposta: D. On or after your 16th birthday
In BC you can get your learner’s licence on or after your 16th birthday.
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Resposta: B. 50
The ICBC knowledge test has 50 multiple-choice questions.
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Resposta: C. 40
You need 40 correct answers out of 50 to pass.
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Resposta: D. 25 or older
The supervisor must be 25 or older and sit beside the learner.
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Resposta: C. A valid Class 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 licence
The supervisor must hold a valid Class 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 licence.
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Resposta: C. Two: the supervisor and one other person
Learners may carry a maximum of two passengers: the supervisor plus one other person.
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Resposta: B. Only between 5 a.m. and midnight
Learners may drive only between 5 a.m. and midnight.
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Resposta: A. On the back windshield or rear of the vehicle
The L sign must be on the back windshield or the rear of the vehicle, where drivers behind can see it.
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Resposta: B. Zero alcohol and zero drugs, including cannabis
Learner and novice drivers must have zero blood alcohol and zero blood drug concentration, including THC.
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Resposta: A. No, hand-held and hands-free devices are not allowed
Learner and novice drivers may not use hand-held or hands-free electronic devices while driving.
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Resposta: A. Two years
A learner’s licence is valid for two years. To renew it, you must retake the knowledge test.
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Resposta: D. At least 12 months
You must be a learner for at least one year before the Class 7 road test.
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Resposta: A. At least 60 hours
ICBC recommends at least 60 hours of practice before the road test.
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Resposta: D. One
Novice drivers may carry one passenger, unless the others are immediate family or a qualified supervisor aged 25 or older sits beside them.
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Resposta: C. The passengers are immediate family members
The one-passenger limit does not apply to immediate family, or when a supervisor aged 25+ with a Class 1–5 licence sits beside the driver.
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Resposta: C. An N sign
Novice drivers must display an N sign on the back windshield or rear of the vehicle.
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Resposta: D. 24 consecutive months without a driving prohibition
You need 24 consecutive months on a novice licence without a driving prohibition before the Class 5 road test.
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Resposta: A. 6 months
An approved course taken during the learner stage can cut six months from the novice stage, if you keep a clean record.
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Resposta: B. It is erased, and they need 24 new prohibition-free months
A prohibition during the novice stage erases the time you have built up. You need another 24 consecutive prohibition-free months.
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Resposta: D. 1 day
Learn to Drive Smart lists a one-day wait before a knowledge test retake.
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Resposta: D. A custodial parent or legal guardian
Applicants under 19 must bring a custodial parent or legal guardian.
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Resposta: D. 80 km/h
The default limit is 80 km/h outside cities and towns and 50 km/h inside them.
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Resposta: B. 20 km/h
The maximum speed in lanes and alleys within municipalities is 20 km/h unless a sign says otherwise.
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Resposta: D. 30 km/h every day from dawn to dusk
Playground zones have a 30 km/h limit every day from dawn to dusk.
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Resposta: C. From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on school days
School zone limits usually apply from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on school days. Always check the tab under the sign, because hours and limits can vary.
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O exame real: 40 of 50 (80%)
O que saber antes do exame
- The ICBC knowledge test has 50 multiple-choice questions. You need 40 correct answers to pass.
- You can get your learner’s licence on or after your 16th birthday. If you are under 19, a custodial parent or legal guardian must come with you.
- The test is not open book, and phones and other electronic devices are not allowed.
- The knowledge test is available in 11 languages, including English, French, Punjabi, Mandarin and Cantonese.
- If you fail the knowledge test, you must wait one day before you try again.
- A learner’s licence is valid for two years. You must hold it for at least 12 months before the Class 7 road test.
- Learner and novice drivers must have zero alcohol and zero drugs, including cannabis, and may not use hand-held or hands-free electronic devices.
Perguntas frequentes
How many questions are on the ICBC knowledge test?
There are 50 multiple-choice questions. You need at least 40 correct to pass.
Can I take the ICBC knowledge test online?
ICBC has an online knowledge test page. Check it for who can use it and what you need. You can also take the test in person at a driver licensing office.
What languages is the ICBC knowledge test in?
English, French, Arabic, Cantonese, Croatian, Farsi, Mandarin, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese.
How long do I have to wait if I fail the ICBC knowledge test?
One day. Learn to Drive Smart lists a one-day wait before each retake of the knowledge test.
How long do I have to keep my L before the road test?
At least 12 months. Your learner’s licence is valid for two years, and ICBC recommends at least 60 hours of practice.
What do I need to bring to the ICBC knowledge test?
Primary and secondary ID and the fee. If you are under 19, bring a custodial parent or legal guardian. Arrive at least one hour before the office closes.