Northwest Territories tint laws do not permit tinting on front windshield nor front side windows. Back side windows and rear windshield can have any darkness.

Front Windshield

None allowed

Front Side Windows

None allowed

Back Side Windows

Any darkness

Rear Windshield

Any darkness

Window tint laws in this Canadian territory do not explicitly allow nor prohibit tinting back side windows or rear windshields. Because of this, any vehicle equipment which isn’t regulated or prohibited is considered legal.

In every Canadian province and territory, tint darkness on windows behind driver is either permitted or not even regulated. There is no reason to believe tinting these windows would be illegal in Northwest Territories. Yukon permits 70% VLT on back windshield, while all other territories permit any darkness level on all windows behind driver.

Last update: April 14, 2025.

Northwest Territories Window Tint FAQ:

Is reflective tint allowed in Northwest Territories?

NWT tint laws prohibit using window tint with higher than normal reflection. For safety of other drivers but also compliance with laws, using reflective tinting film is not advised.

Are side mirrors required in Northwest Territories?

Side mirrors are not required on vehicles based on tinting. When windows behind driver are glazed, exterior rear view mirrors are required in most of Canada’s provinces.

Are there any medical exemptions for window tint in Northwest Territories?

There are no medical exemptions for any kind of conditions which allow darker than normal window tint.

Do tinted windows in Northwest Territories require certificates or stickers?

By Northwest Territories laws there are no special certificate or stickers required on tint film.

VLT Preview:

Tint darkness preview is for illustrative purposes only. Actual results can vary. Tool courtesy of Car Tint Laws.

Sources & References:

You can verify all data about legal Northwest Territories tinting on the following government website:

  1. Northwest Territories Motor Vehicle Equipment Regulations (Motor Vehicle Act) – see Page 17, Section 58
    https://www.justice.gov.nt.ca/en/files/legislation/motor-vehicles/motor-vehicles.r11.pdf

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