Saskatchewan tint laws restrict tinting on front windshields to top 75mm. Front side windows may not be tinted. Back side windows and rear windshield can have any darkness.

Front Windshield

Only top 75mm

Front Side Windows

No tint allowed

Back Side Windows

Any darkness

Rear Windshield

Any darkness

Front windshield can be tinted only on top 75 millimeters (3 inches). No specific VLT percentage is specified by SK law. No other tint or glazing is permitted unless the window was manufactured as such.

Front side windows do not allow any aftermarket tinting. This even includes transparent coating, which is specifically forbidden by SK laws.

Saskatchewan tinting laws do not regulate any other windows, therefore any tint darkness is permitted on windows behind driver.

Last update: February 20, 2024.

Saskatchewan Window Tint FAQ:

Is reflective tint allowed in Saskatchewan?

SK laws explicitly prohibit using window tint with higher than normal reflection.

Are side mirrors required in Saskatchewan?

Side mirrors are required on all vehicles registered in Saskatchewan province regardless of tinting. In most of Canada, exterior rear view mirrors are only required if back windshield is tinted.

Are there any medical exemptions for window tint in Saskatchewan?

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

Do tinted windows in Saskatchewan require certificates or stickers?

By Saskatchewan laws, tint film does not require any special certificates or stickers.

Is it legal to install transparent film on windshields?

In Saskatchewan you are not permitted to apply any coating, glazing, or sunscreen on front windshield or front side windows. This includes any clear or transparent tint on windshields or front side windows.

What are penalties for illegal tinting in Saskatchewan?

Violating Saskatchewan window tint laws carries a $115 – $150 fine. There can be additional costs or surcharges involved.

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 our information about legal Saskatchewan tinting on the following:

  1. Saskatchewan Vehicle Equipment Regulations – see sections 64 and 66 on page 42
    https://www.canlii.org/en/sk/laws/regu/rrs-c-v-2.1-reg-10/latest/rrs-c-v-2.1-reg-10.html

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