An Instruction permit is the first licence you receive in the PEI’s graduated licensing system. It is issued after you have passed the knowledge and vision tests. With this licence, you can only drive with a fully licensed driver who has held their licence at least 4 years. You must hold your permit for 12 months before you proceed to the next stage.
A Stage 2 (G) licence is the second licence you receive in the graduated licensing system. It is issued to you after you pass your road test. There are still some restrictions with this licence, such as zero alcohol and no driving between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m., but at least you can drive alone with this licence. You must display your identifying “G” decal on the windshield of the vehicle you are driving.
A Stage 3 (G) licence is the final stage in the PEI’s graduated licensing system. You must hold this licence for 12 months before obtaining a full unrestricted licence.