Converting drivers license
#1
Converting drivers license
Apologies if this has been answered before but have been getting conflicting advice.
OH needs to drive and has a full Irish Drivers' Licence - does he need to do another test when we get to Oz? Or does it depend on how long you have a full license?
Thanks
Irish Gal
OH needs to drive and has a full Irish Drivers' Licence - does he need to do another test when we get to Oz? Or does it depend on how long you have a full license?
Thanks
Irish Gal
#2
Forum Regular
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 132
Re: Converting drivers license
It depends what state you are going to I think, We in SA and just filled in a form paid them money and got a licence. It changes all the time. some people have to do written ,sometimes have to do full test check with the state you are moving to
#3
Canary who flew the nest
Joined: Apr 2008
Location: Bunbury WA
Posts: 65
Re: Converting drivers license
Good luck.
#4
Re: Converting drivers license
Made a booking - nearest for you will be in camberwell
Filled in form - details of old license, current address etc
Quick eye test (ie read from chart behind counter).
Paid money
Had digital photo taken
Some license to require another practical but I would expect the Irish to be the same as the british - no test.
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/Home
For all information on driving on public roads in victoria see above
#5
Re: Converting drivers license
In Victoria we did the following:
Made a booking - nearest for you will be in camberwell
Filled in form - details of old license, current address etc
Quick eye test (ie read from chart behind counter).
Paid money
Had digital photo taken
Some license to require another practical but I would expect the Irish to be the same as the british - no test.
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/Home
For all information on driving on public roads in victoria see above
Made a booking - nearest for you will be in camberwell
Filled in form - details of old license, current address etc
Quick eye test (ie read from chart behind counter).
Paid money
Had digital photo taken
Some license to require another practical but I would expect the Irish to be the same as the british - no test.
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/Home
For all information on driving on public roads in victoria see above
Irish Gal x
#6
Re: Converting drivers license
Anyone know about NSW, think it's just a written test but not too sure, can anyone advise??
#7
Re: Converting drivers license
It's a straight swap for a UK licence in all states.
NSW Link http://www.rta.nsw.gov.au/licensing/...countries.html
#8
Re: Converting drivers license
You can pick up the new license there and then.
#9
...giving optimism a go?!
Joined: Jun 2007
Location: Brisbane (leafy, hilly western suburbs)
Posts: 2,202
Re: Converting drivers license
A few years ago ('99? 2000?) when I wanted to do this QLD required a full re-test to get a local licence from a UK one.
However, around that time I was moved (against my will) to work in Darwin for a few months and NT licences were available for nothing more than a flash of paperwork. Then when I returned to QLD the transfer from NT-QLD licence was simple!
No idea whether this is still the case...
However, around that time I was moved (against my will) to work in Darwin for a few months and NT licences were available for nothing more than a flash of paperwork. Then when I returned to QLD the transfer from NT-QLD licence was simple!
No idea whether this is still the case...
#10
Devil's Advocate
Joined: Feb 2008
Location: Mandurah
Posts: 2,269
Re: Converting drivers license
But please note (in WA anyway) HGV licenses are NOT transferable. You have to redo a test
#11
Re: Converting drivers license
In NSW, unless you are PR, you can use your own license indefinately as you are classed as a visitor.
#12
Re: Converting drivers license
"If you do not intend to stay in NSW and do not hold a permanent visa, you will be regarded as a visiting driver. If you hold a current overseas driver licence you are not required to get a NSW licence even if your stay is longer than three months. If the licence is not written in English, an International Driving Permit, or an English translation must also be carried with the licence when driving.
As of 14 October 2005, visiting car licence holders may drive vehicles of a kind covered by NSW class C licences (up to 4.5 tonnes GVM and seating up to 12 adults, including the driver."
#13
Re: Converting drivers license
Geelong Gent has answered your question but I would advise you (even if your visa is not a PR one) to swap your licence. you don't lose your home countries licence and the Australian licence is given much more credence as a form of ID than a foreign one.
#14
Re: Converting drivers license
One thing that I found out yesterday is if your UK/Irish license is less than three years old they put you on P plates. Which is disappointing as OH only passed his full test last Saturday and I have mine in June!!!!
#15
Re: Converting drivers license
This is from the website linked earlier.
"If you do not intend to stay in NSW and do not hold a permanent visa, you will be regarded as a visiting driver. If you hold a current overseas driver licence you are not required to get a NSW licence even if your stay is longer than three months. If the licence is not written in English, an International Driving Permit, or an English translation must also be carried with the licence when driving.
As of 14 October 2005, visiting car licence holders may drive vehicles of a kind covered by NSW class C licences (up to 4.5 tonnes GVM and seating up to 12 adults, including the driver."
"If you do not intend to stay in NSW and do not hold a permanent visa, you will be regarded as a visiting driver. If you hold a current overseas driver licence you are not required to get a NSW licence even if your stay is longer than three months. If the licence is not written in English, an International Driving Permit, or an English translation must also be carried with the licence when driving.
As of 14 October 2005, visiting car licence holders may drive vehicles of a kind covered by NSW class C licences (up to 4.5 tonnes GVM and seating up to 12 adults, including the driver."