How to get a Class 4 licence in BC

Q: What are the requirements to become a class 4 driver in BC?

Minimum 19 years of age; Hold a valid, full-privilege BC Class 5 or Class 6 driver licence (or Canadian equivalent); Clean driving abstract with fewer than 4 penalty points in the last 2 years; No driving suspensions or prohibitions within the past 3 years. Some schools ask for more; check the school page.

Class 4 Commercial Driver (Taxi, Ride-Hail, Small Bus & Ambulance) · British Columbia

Facts checked 7 September 2026

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Drive a taxi, ride-hail car or small bus. You need a clean driving record, a medical check and two tests.

How long

1–3 weeks

Cost

About $220 – $680

Estimated tuition: about $220 to $680 for the whole program at the schools in our directory. Estimate; fees change every year. Confirm with the school.

Who licenses it

ICBC

Where you can take this: 12 schools

All Canadian Driving School Coast Driving School Ltd.DriveWise BC Driving Unlimited Academy Extreme Professional Driver Training Inc.Gold Star Professional Driving School Inc.Insurance Corporation of British Columbia Integrity Driving School Ltd.+4 more

THE ROUTE

The route at a glance

STEP 1

Eligibility & Driving History Check

Age 19+, full Class 5 licence, clean driving abstract with fewer than 4 points.

STEP 2

Knowledge Test & Driver Medical Exam

Pass the 35-question commercial test and undergo a medical fitness examination.

STEP 3

Class 4 Commercial Driver Training

Comprehensive instruction in pre-trip inspection, passenger safety, and commercial road skills.

JOB

Class 4 Commercial Driver / Operator

Pass ICBC road test ($40) and begin commercial taxi, ride-hail, ambulance, or shuttle service.

STEP 1

Eligibility & Driving History Check

Age 19+, full Class 5 licence, clean driving abstract with fewer than 4 points.

STEP 2

Knowledge Test & Driver Medical Exam

Pass the 35-question commercial test and undergo a medical fitness examination.

STEP 3

Class 4 Commercial Driver Training

Comprehensive instruction in pre-trip inspection, passenger safety, and commercial road skills.

JOB

Class 4 Commercial Driver / Operator

Pass ICBC road test ($40) and begin commercial taxi, ride-hail, ambulance, or shuttle service.

This is the overview. For the courses to take, the entry rules, the exams and the schools, open the full route.

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THE JOB

What the job is like

Pay and outlook from WorkBC.

Pay

$17.85 – $36.00 / hr$20.77 median

Job outlook

2,760 forecasted job openings (2025–2035) · 2025–2035

Where the work is

Metro Vancouver, Capital Regional District, Thompson-Okanagan

What a day looks like

You transport passengers safely in taxis, ride-hail vehicles, airport limousines, or accessible community buses.

Watch out for

Stay alert through heavy traffic, winter road conditions, and long driving shifts.

Where it can lead

A Class 4 commercial licence satisfies the mandatory driving requirement to become a provincial paramedic.

You can also upgrade to a Class 2 licence to operate full-size municipal and highway transit buses.

Source: WorkBC career profile, NOC 75200

JOBS

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QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Common questions

How long does it take to become a class 4 driver in BC?

About 1 to 3 weeks of training. The main steps are eligibility & driving history check, knowledge test & Driver Medical exam, Class 4 commercial Driver training, Class 4 commercial Driver / operator.

What are the requirements to become a class 4 driver in BC?

Minimum 19 years of age
Hold a valid, full-privilege BC Class 5 or Class 6 driver licence (or Canadian equivalent)
Clean driving abstract with fewer than 4 penalty points in the last 2 years
No driving suspensions or prohibitions within the past 3 years

Some schools ask for more; check the school page.

How much does a class 4 driver make in BC?

WorkBC groups this job under 'Taxi and limousine drivers and chauffeurs'; the figures are for that group. The WorkBC median is $20.77 / hour. Most earn between $17.85 and $36.00 / hour. 2,760 job openings are expected in BC over 2025–2035. WorkBC lists average pay of $44,653 a year.

How much does it cost to become a class 4 driver in BC?

Estimated tuition: about $220 to $680 for the whole program at the schools in our directory. Estimate; fees change every year. Confirm with the school.

Do you need a licence?

Yes. You register with Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC). Before that you pass ICBC Class 4 Commercial Pre-trip Inspection and Road Test ($40 exam fee).

WHERE TO TAKE THIS

Approved colleges, universities & providers

Accredited British Columbia institutions offering recognized programs and courses for this career.

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Valley Driving School

Surrey / Langley / Abbotsford / Burnaby · Metro Vancouver

Safety Ticket / Certification

Class 4 Driver Training (Complete Program)

Professional commercial driving instruction covering vehicle pre-trip inspection, emergency maneuvers, and road test readiness across the Lower Mainland.

Duration4–8 hours

FormatIn-Person

Est. CostAbout $500 for the whole program

Tuition changes every year. Confirm on the school's page. Last checked 7 September 2026.

See the full page: Class 4 driver training →

Direct Enrolment Portal

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DriveWise BC

Victoria, Nanaimo, West Kelowna · Vancouver Island

Safety Ticket / Certification

Class 4 Commercial Driver Training

Class 4 Restricted and Unrestricted training covering pre-trip inspection protocols, driver evaluations, and ICBC road test vehicle rental across Vancouver Island and Okanagan.

Duration4–8 hours

FormatIn-Person

Est. CostTuition not yet verified

We have not checked this school's tuition yet. See the school's page.

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Direct Enrolment Portal

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Integrity Driving School Ltd.

Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Kamloops, Kelowna & Prince George · Fraser Valley

Safety Ticket / Certification

Class 4 Commercial Driver Training

Comprehensive Class 4 Unrestricted and Restricted commercial driving packages including pre-trip inspection, practical driving skills, and road test rental in Abbotsford and Langley.

Duration2–4 hours

FormatIn-Person

Est. CostAbout $680 for the whole program

Tuition changes every year. Confirm on the school's page. Last checked 7 September 2026.

See the full page: Class 4 driver training →

Direct Enrolment Portal

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Extreme Professional Driver Training Inc.

Vernon Campus · Interior

Safety Ticket / Certification

Class 4 Commercial Driver Training

Eight hours of comprehensive one-on-one Class 4 commercial vehicle instruction and pre-trip inspection with school vehicle provided for ICBC road test in Kelowna, Kamloops, and Vernon.

Duration8 hours

FormatIn-Person

Est. CostTuition not yet verified

We have not checked this school's tuition yet. See the school's page.

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Road Alert Driving School Ltd.

Prince George · North

Safety Ticket / Certification

Class 4 Driver Training

Individual 90-minute driving lessons and multi-lesson packages with pre-trip inspection and road test vehicle car rental for Northern BC drivers in Prince George.

Duration1.5–12 hours

FormatIn-Person

Est. CostAbout $220 for the whole program

Tuition changes every year. Confirm on the school's page. Last checked 8 September 2026.

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North Point Driving Academy

Prince George · North

Safety Ticket / Certification

Class 4 Driver Training

Professional one-on-one Class 4 Restricted and Unrestricted commercial driver training and mock pre-trip inspections in Prince George.

Duration4–8 hours

FormatIn-Person

Est. CostTuition not yet verified

We have not checked this school's tuition yet. See the school's page.

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Vic City Driving School Ltd.

Victoria & Greater Victoria · Vancouver Island

Safety Ticket / Certification

Class 4 Driver Training

Tailored Class 4 commercial driving instruction, pre-trip vehicle circle-check coaching, and ICBC road test package for Greater Victoria and Saanich.

Duration2–2.5 hours

FormatIn-Person

Est. CostAbout $220 for the whole program

Tuition changes every year. Confirm on the school's page. Last checked 8 September 2026.

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All Canadian Driving School

Mission, Abbotsford & Maple Ridge · Metro Vancouver

Safety Ticket / Certification

Class 4 Commercial Driver Training

Four-hour complete Class 4 package combining a 2-hour pre-trip inspection and driving lesson with a 2-hour ICBC road test warmup and vehicle rental in the Fraser Valley.

Duration4 hours

FormatIn-Person

Est. CostAbout $340 for the whole program

Tuition changes every year. Confirm on the school's page. Last checked 7 September 2026.

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Coast Driving School Ltd.

Surrey, Delta & Langley · Metro Vancouver

Safety Ticket / Certification

Class 4 Unrestricted Driver Training

In-depth commercial vehicle pre-trip inspection and hands-on driving instruction for passenger buses, shuttles, and limousines in Surrey and Delta.

Duration4–8 hours

FormatIn-Person

Est. CostTuition not yet verified

We have not checked this school's tuition yet. See the school's page.

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Driving Unlimited Academy

Pitt Meadows & Abbotsford · Metro Vancouver

Safety Ticket / Certification

Class 4 Restricted Training for Ride Share Drivers

Blended commercial driver training featuring 30 days online video pre-trip self-study plus one-on-one in-vehicle evaluation and ICBC road test prep in Pitt Meadows and Abbotsford.

Duration1.5–4 hours

FormatHybrid

Est. CostAbout $480 for the whole program

Tuition changes every year. Confirm on the school's page. Last checked 8 September 2026.

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Direct Enrolment Portal

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Gold Star Professional Driving School Inc.

Coquitlam Campus · Metro Vancouver

Safety Ticket / Certification

Class 4 Unrestricted Commercial Driving Program

Comprehensive Class 4 Unrestricted practical training covering complete vehicle pre-trip inspection, passenger safety regulations, and ICBC road test prep in Burnaby and Coquitlam.

Duration4–8 hours

FormatIn-Person

Est. CostAbout $500 for the whole program

Tuition changes every year. Confirm on the school's page. Last checked 8 September 2026.

See the full page: Class 4 driver training →

Direct Enrolment Portal

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Insurance Corporation of British Columbia

Province-Wide · Online

Safety Ticket / Certification

ICBC Class 4 Commercial Knowledge & Road Test

Official provincial testing administered at ICBC driver licensing offices for Class 4 Restricted and Unrestricted licences.

Duration1 week

FormatIn-Person

Est. CostTuition not yet verified

We have not checked this school's tuition yet. See the school's page.

See the full page: Class 4 driver training →

Direct Enrolment Portal

How to get a Class 4 licence in BC

The route at a glance

Eligibility & Driving History Check

Knowledge Test & Driver Medical Exam

Class 4 Commercial Driver Training

Class 4 Commercial Driver / Operator

Eligibility & Driving History Check

Knowledge Test & Driver Medical Exam

Class 4 Commercial Driver Training

Class 4 Commercial Driver / Operator

What the job is like

Find jobs

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Common questions

How long does it take to become a class 4 driver in BC?

What are the requirements to become a class 4 driver in BC?

How much does a class 4 driver make in BC?

How much does it cost to become a class 4 driver in BC?

Do you need a licence?

Approved colleges, universities & providers

Valley Driving School

Class 4 Driver Training (Complete Program)

DriveWise BC

Class 4 Commercial Driver Training

Integrity Driving School Ltd.

Class 4 Commercial Driver Training

Extreme Professional Driver Training Inc.

Class 4 Commercial Driver Training

Road Alert Driving School Ltd.

Class 4 Driver Training

North Point Driving Academy

Class 4 Driver Training

Vic City Driving School Ltd.

Class 4 Driver Training

All Canadian Driving School

Class 4 Commercial Driver Training

Coast Driving School Ltd.

Class 4 Unrestricted Driver Training

Driving Unlimited Academy

Class 4 Restricted Training for Ride Share Drivers

Gold Star Professional Driving School Inc.

Class 4 Unrestricted Commercial Driving Program

Insurance Corporation of British Columbia

ICBC Class 4 Commercial Knowledge & Road Test