Permits Canada obtains temporary trip and fuel permits for Nova Scotia for trucks without IRP plates or an IFTA licence, usually the same day. The Nova Scotia fuel permit is valid for 5 days or end of trip.
Nova Scotia trip & fuel permit rules
| Fuel permit validity | 5 days or end of trip |
|---|---|
| Good to know | Since June 3, 2025, vehicles eligible for registration in another Canadian jurisdiction can request approval to operate in Nova Scotia (Interprovincial Vehicle Recognition). |
The fuel single trip permit applies to qualified vehicles (2 axles over 11,797 kg or 3+ axles) not registered under IFTA.
Do you need a Nova Scotia trip or fuel permit?
Your truck needs a temporary trip permit for Nova Scotia when its plates are not apportioned (IRP) for Nova Scotia, 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 Nova Scotia permits for you.
- Your permits arrive by email, usually the same day.
Our fee is $40 to $50 CAD per permit, plus the Nova Scotia provincial fee.
Moving an oversize or overweight load in Nova Scotia? See Nova Scotia oversize / overweight permits.
Nova Scotia trip & fuel permit questions
How long is a Nova Scotia fuel permit valid?
A Nova Scotia temporary fuel permit is valid for 5 days or end of trip.
What else should I know before driving a truck in Nova Scotia?
Since June 3, 2025, vehicles eligible for registration in another Canadian jurisdiction can request approval to operate in Nova Scotia (Interprovincial Vehicle Recognition).
How much does a Nova Scotia trip or fuel permit cost?
Permits Canada charges $40 to $50 CAD per permit, plus the Nova Scotia provincial fee.
Last reviewed October 2026. Rules change; your permit agent confirms them for each trip. All provinces and states