Why Permits Matter in British Columbia
Whether you're moving industrial equipment, prefab homes, or heavy machinery, British Columbia Oversize Permits are required when your load exceeds the legal limits for size or weight. These aren’t just recommendations they're enforced by the British Columbia DOT, and failing to comply can result in hefty fines, travel delays, or worse.
That’s why we offer a full range of British Columbia permits, including:
British Columbia Oversize Permits
British Columbia Overweight Permits
British Columbia Overhang Permits
British Columbia Single Trip Permits
British Columbia Annual Permits
All permits are typically valid for a single trip, with the duration based on how far you’re traveling.
Quick and Simple British Columbia Oversize Permits Online
At Compare Transport Canada, we take pride in offering quick and simple British Columbia Oversize Permits online. No waiting in line, no confusing paperwork. Our online platform helps you stay ahead of schedule and get on the road with confidence. We specialize in helping drivers and carriers understand British Columbia oversize permits requirements and avoid compliance issues.
Know Before You Go: Travel Rules & Regulations in British Columbia
When your load is within 10’6″ wide, 14’6″ high, and 82′ long, you can operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. But if your load is larger, things change. British Columbia Oversize Permits limit travel to daylight hours only, with no travel allowed on Sundays. And during the summer—between the last Friday in June and the second Monday in September you can't travel after 2 PM on Fridays and Saturdays.
Understanding British Columbia oversize regulations is key to keeping your haul on time and legal. That’s where we step in.
Truck & Equipment Requirements for Oversize Travel in British Columbia
Your vehicle setup must also comply with provincial rules to qualify for a DOT oversize permit:
Wheelbase: Your tractor’s wheelbase can’t exceed 244 inches unless you have a Long Wheelbase 30-Day Permit (for legal loads only).
Tridem drive tractors with longer wheelbases are no longer exempt.
Lift axles are not allowed under any circumstance in British Columbia.
Spread axles over 6′ spacing are limited to 20,000 lbs unless a permit is issued for a non-reducible load.
Flip axles may be used if they lock in place and don’t push the total length beyond 75’4".
We help carriers verify their setup before applying for British Columbia online permits.
Size, Weight, and Routine Limits in British Columbia
Here’s what you need to know about legal dimensions in British Columbia:
Length: 75’4″ overall
Width: 3’6″
Height: 137″
Routine British Columbia Oversize Permits allow up to:
Length: 101′
Width: 14’6″
Height: 15’6″
Weight limits for permitted loads:
Single axle: 29,700 lbs
Tandem axle: 50,600 lbs
Tridem axle: 63,800 lbs
These numbers may vary depending on your route, so always check ahead.
Escort, Flagging, and Beacon Requirements
Your British Columbia Oversize Permits may require escort vehicles if:
Your load is longer than 90′
Your rear overhang is more than 21′
Your load is wider than 10’6″ (requires beacon or escort)
Wider than 12’5″ requires 2 escorts
In all oversize hauls, the vehicle must have flags at all four corners, “Oversize Load” signs (or equivalent), and flashing beacon lights visible in every direction.
Seasonal Restrictions in British Columbia
In the spring, certain routes in BC are subject to seasonal load restrictions. These may reduce legal axle weights by 50% to 75% depending on road and weather conditions. Main highways generally hold steady, but backroads and side routes may require reduced loads.
Trust Compare Transport Canada for Smooth Permitting
At Compare Transport Canada, we make getting your British Columbia Overweight Permits easy and stress-free. Whether it’s your first trip into BC or your hundredth, we help you stay compliant, save time, and avoid problems at the border or weigh stations.
Our team is always available to walk you through British Columbia oversize permits requirements, plan compliant routes, and submit permits fast through our British Columbia online permits system.
