Alright, let’s talk about getting a driver’s license in Saint Pierre and Miquelon. I had to do this recently, so I’m gonna share my experience.
First off, I thought my Canadian license would work there, but turns out, it’s not that simple. Driving in Saint Pierre and Miquelon is a whole different ball game. They have their own rules, and it seems like you really do need a local license to drive around legally for an extended period.
So, I started looking into how to get a Saint Pierre and Miquelon driver’s license. I figured I might as well do it the “easy” way and look online first. I mean, everything’s online these days, right?

The Online Search
I did a bunch of searches, trying to find info on getting a license there, especially for someone who’s not originally from there. I found some stuff about the general driving rules in Saint Pierre and Miquelon in some forums, which was a bit helpful but not exactly what I needed. There’s also mentions that getting a French driving license can take more than three months, so that was also a no go for me.
My Experience
I decided to go for it and try to get a license. Since I was already in Saint Pierre and Miquelon I had to do it the old-fashioned way – go to their local transportation department in person. When I got there, the process was actually pretty straightforward.
- Paperwork: I filled out some forms. It wasn’t too bad, mostly just basic info.
- Waiting: There was a bit of a wait, but nothing too crazy. I’ve waited longer at the DMV back home.
- Getting the License: After all that, they took my picture, and I walked out with a temporary license on the same day. The real one came in the mail a few weeks later.
So, yeah, getting a driver’s license in Saint Pierre and Miquelon wasn’t as hard as I thought it would be. It was way easier than trying to navigate the online stuff. Sometimes, the old-school way is the best way, I guess. If you’re ever in Saint Pierre and Miquelon and need a license, just go to their transportation office. It’s much simpler than it seems.