The reverse will apply also where the holder of a valid Ontario licence, resident in this country, can exchange their licence for an Irish driving licence without the need to undergo a driving test.
"I am extremely pleased to announce the commencement of this agreement, which I know has been eagerly awaited by many people," said Minister Donohoe at the announcement of the deal.
"There are now a great many Irish people living in Ontario, and this will allow them to exchange their Irish driving licences for Ontario licences directly, rather than beginning as learner drivers in Ontario."
"Now that we have reached this agreement, I am looking forward to proceeding quickly to secure agreements with the other Canadian provinces."
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