Quebec Personalized Licence Plates
In Quebec, personalized plates are issued by SAAQ under the "Plaque d'immatriculation personnalisée" program. 2 to 7 characters, letters A to Z (no letter O) and digits. No spaces. The fee is about $257 including taxes, and annual management fee applies (see SAAQ fee schedule).
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How to apply:
- Order through SAAQclic, the SAAQ online account, using the 'Commander une plaque personnalisée' service, or at a service centre when registering a vehicle.
- Enter the combination. Availability cannot be checked in advance; a taken combination is refused after review.
- Pay the acquisition cost, which is not refundable even if the plate is refused later.
- When the plate arrives, activate it in SAAQclic and attach it.
Rules:
- The letter O is converted to zero; leading zeros and consecutive zeros are restricted on 5 to 7 character plates.
- No more than four identical consecutive characters.
- Refused: combinations implying authority (police), promoting unsafe driving, violence, obscenity, vulgar slang, or trademarks.
Fees:
| Province | Initial fee | Annual | Characters | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quebec | About $257 including taxes | Annual management fee applies (see SAAQ fee schedule) | 2–7 | 25 to 45 business days by mail |
Good to know:
- Eligible for cars, motorcycles, scooters, small motorhomes, snowmobiles and ATVs.
- Quebec only launched personalized plates in 2018, so many good combinations are still free.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a personalized licence plate cost in Quebec?
About $257 including taxes to order, then annual management fee applies (see saaq fee schedule). Regular registration fees still apply.
How many characters can a Quebec personalized plate have?
2 to 7 characters, letters A to Z (no letter O) and digits. No spaces.
How long does it take?
25 to 45 business days by mail.