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Nova Scotia Vehicle Permit (Licence Plate)

A Nova Scotia Vehicle Permit is needed by anyone who owns a motor vehicle, and wants to drive it on public roads in Nova Scotia. This includes automobiles, vans, sport utility vehicles, trucks, campers, trailers, motorized homes, etc.

A Nova Scotia Vehicle Permit is also needed by anyone who owns an off-highway vehicle, and wants to drive it in Nova Scotia. This includes ATVs, snowmobiles, dune buggies, etc.

Choose a Licence Plate to Suit Your Style

Renewing your Vehicle Permit

Any time a vehicle registration (plate, temporary permit or in-transit) is issued or renewed for a motorized vehicle (excludes off-highway vehicles, trailers, semi-trailers, miscellaneous towed vehicles and vehicle registered under the International Registration Plan), insurance information is required. A Statement of Insurance form must be completed for in-person and mail requests. For requests on-line, you must provide this information electronically. - more information . . .

Information for Non-Residents

  • Non-Residents Information for non-residents operating motor vehicles in Nova Scotia

Historic Licence Plates