In Saskatchewan, any load that exceeds the legal size or weight limits requires an oversize/overweight permit before it moves. Below are the legal limits and the requirements that apply at each threshold.
1When you need a permit
A load is oversize or overweight once it passes any of these:
| Dimension | Saskatchewan legal limit | Permit if over |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 8 ft 6 in | Wider |
| Height | 13 ft 7 in | Taller |
| Length (combination) | 75 ft | Longer |
| Gross weight | 137,789 lbs | Heavier |
| Single axle | 20,062 lbs | Heavier |
| Tandem axle | 37,480 lbs | Heavier |
Saskatchewan sets no general front-overhang allowance — freight ahead of the trailer counts toward its length limits.
2Escort & pilot car requirements
| Once the load is over… | Saskatchewan requires |
|---|---|
| 14 ft 1 in wide | 1 escort (pilot car) |
| 16 ft 5 in wide | 2 escorts |
| 111 ft 7 in long | 1 escort · 124 ft 8 in → 2 escorts |
| 17 ft high or 16 ft wide | Route survey required |
3When you can travel
- Daylight only — 30 min before sunrise to 30 min after sunset.
- Weekend travel allowed within dimensional limits.
- Holiday blackouts: New Year's Day, Family Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Saskatchewan Day, Labour Day, Thanksgiving, Remembrance Day, Christmas, Boxing Day.
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?Saskatchewan permit FAQ
When do I need an oversize permit in Saskatchewan?
Once a load exceeds any legal limit: 8 ft 6 in wide, 13 ft 7 in high, 75 ft long (combination), or 137,789 lbs gross.
When do I need a pilot car in Saskatchewan?
Saskatchewan requires one escort over 14 ft 1 in wide (two over 16 ft 5 in).
Can you drive an oversize load at night in Saskatchewan?
No — oversize loads move daylight-only, 30 min before sunrise to 30 min after sunset. Weekend travel is allowed within limits.
How much does a Saskatchewan oversize permit cost?
The state permit fee depends on the load's size and weight. The full cost of a move also includes escorts, police, route surveys, engineering, and the truck rate, which vary by route. FreightDeck estimates all of it for your exact load — price your Saskatchewan load with FreightDeck →.
Can oversize loads move on weekends and holidays in Saskatchewan?
Weekend travel is allowed within the same dimensional limits. Movement stops on New Year's Day, Family Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Saskatchewan Day, Labour Day, Thanksgiving, Remembrance Day, Christmas, and Boxing Day; check the permit conditions for exact times.
How much overhang is allowed in Saskatchewan?
Saskatchewan sets no general front-overhang allowance — freight ahead of the trailer counts toward its length limits.
Does Saskatchewan require a route survey?
Yes, once a load is over 17 ft high or 16 ft wide. The survey checks every bridge, sign, signal and wire on the route and is filed with the permit; it usually takes longer than the permit itself, so start it first. What a route survey involves →
Does Saskatchewan have spring thaw weight restrictions?
Yes. Seasonal axle weight limits apply roughly March through June, cutting posted limits by about 12%. Overweight permits on posted roads are limited or unavailable during the window, so schedule heavy deliveries around it. Spring thaw rules by state →
Does a Saskatchewan permit cover Alberta?
No. Every state issues its own permit, and a move crossing into Alberta, Manitoba, or Montana needs a separate permit there with that state's escort and travel rules. FreightDeck prices every state on the route in one quote.