Permits Canada obtains temporary trip and fuel permits for British Columbia for trucks without IRP plates or an IFTA licence, usually the same day. The British Columbia fuel permit is valid for one entry (required each time the vehicle enters B.C.).
British Columbia trip & fuel permit rules
| Fuel permit validity | One entry (required each time the vehicle enters B.C.) |
|---|---|
| Good to know | Non-resident vehicles without B.C. insurance or IRP registration get a non-resident single trip (NRSCV) or quarterly (NRQCV) commercial vehicle permit. |
The single trip non-resident permit covers vehicles of 5,000 to 63,500 kg GVW. A Motive Fuel User permit is required for IFTA-qualified vehicles (2 axles over 11,800 kg, 3+ axles, or combination over 11,800 kg) without a current IFTA licence and decals.
Do you need a British Columbia trip or fuel permit?
Your truck needs a temporary trip permit for British Columbia when its plates are not apportioned (IRP) for British Columbia, and a temporary fuel permit when it has no IFTA licence. The fuel permit applies when the total weight or the registered weight is over 11,797 kg (26,000 lb), or when the truck or tractor has more than 2 axles; the weight that triggers a trip permit can differ by province. You can order the two permits together or separately.
Getting your permits with Permits Canada
- Send us the online trip & fuel application with your truck, trailer and route.
- A permit agent obtains your British Columbia permits for you.
- Your permits arrive by email, usually the same day.
Our fee is $40 to $50 CAD per permit, plus the British Columbia provincial fee.
Moving an oversize or overweight load in British Columbia? See British Columbia oversize / overweight permits.
British Columbia trip & fuel permit questions
How long is a British Columbia fuel permit valid?
A British Columbia temporary fuel permit is valid for one entry (required each time the vehicle enters B.C.).
What else should I know before driving a truck in British Columbia?
Non-resident vehicles without B.C. insurance or IRP registration get a non-resident single trip (NRSCV) or quarterly (NRQCV) commercial vehicle permit.
How much does a British Columbia trip or fuel permit cost?
Permits Canada charges $40 to $50 CAD per permit, plus the British Columbia provincial fee.
Last reviewed October 2026. Rules change; your permit agent confirms them for each trip. All provinces and states