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MTO-Approved Translators in Ontario
For DriveTest / MTO licence exchange, a regular certified translation is the usual service. Translation Agency of Ontario delivers regular certified licence translations prepared for DriveTest: complete, signed, and ready to hand across the counter.
Why MTO is strict about translators
For a DriveTest licence exchange, the translation must match the original exactly: licence class, date of issue, validity period, restrictions, and issuing authority. Our regular certified driver licence translation is prepared with a signed certification statement, translator details, and a copy of the original attached so DriveTest can review the package without extra explanations.
What an MTO-accepted translation looks like
A translation prepared for DriveTest contains four elements: a clean rendering of the foreign licence (both sides), the translator full name and certification details, the translator signature, and a copy of the original licence attached. We deliver the package print-ready so you can hand it across the counter without explanations.
Cost and turnaround
A regular certified driver licence translation for a DriveTest exchange is $59 plus HST and is usually ready within 1 business day, delivered print-ready by email. If you need the physical certified hard copy mailed to you, allow extra time for Canada Post delivery. The price covers both sides of the licence, the certification, the translator signature, and a copy of the original attached - everything DriveTest needs in a single package. See full pricing on the pricing page.
Documents we handle for MTO
Beyond the licence itself, we translate driving history letters, abstracts, suspensions, endorsements and supporting identity documents. The full driver licence exchange workflow is described on the driver licence exchange in Ontario page. For the standard service page see driver licence translation in Ontario. If the licence translation is part of a broader immigration package, the IRCC certified translation page covers what IRCC asks for.
Languages we translate for MTO
We produce certified driver licence translations from most world languages into English, including Arabic, Chinese, Persian (Farsi), Russian, Ukrainian, Spanish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu, French, Korean, Turkish, Romanian, Polish, Tagalog and Vietnamese. If your licence is in a language not on this list, ask us - the full list is on our languages page.
Where to bring the translation
DriveTest centres in Ontario usually accept a properly prepared regular certified translation. Bring the original foreign licence, the regular certified translation, your identity documents, and any driving history letter you have. The full DriveTest licence exchange instructions are on the Ministry of Transportation website.
FAQ
Who counts as an MTO-approved translator?
A regular certified translation prepared for DriveTest / MTO. For DriveTest, our regular certified driver licence translation is the standard option. If another office asks for a different certification type, we will quote that separately before payment.
Does Translation Agency of Ontario provide MTO-accepted translations?
Yes. We work with MTO-approved translators and deliver licence translations in the exact format DriveTest expects.
How much does an MTO-accepted licence translation cost?
A regular certified driver licence translation is $59 plus HST and, for a DriveTest exchange, is usually ready within 1 business day. Upload both sides of the licence for a confirmed quote before you order.
What do I need to provide?
A clear photo or scan of both sides of your foreign licence. Include any driving history letter your country issues separately.
How fast can I get the translation?
For a DriveTest driver licence exchange, your regular certified translation is usually ready within 1 business day, delivered print-ready by email. If you need the physical certified hard copy mailed to you, allow extra time for Canada Post delivery.
Need an MTO-approved licence translation? Upload both sides of your licence and receive pricing before you order.
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See also: Driver licence exchange in Ontario | Driver licence translation guide | IRCC certified translation