Do UK driver license holders need to take an Aus driving test
Aug 31st 2011, 9:47 am
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Do UK driver license holders need to take an Aus driving test
I have a few questions about driving in Aus. I've looked on the Department of Transport website but can't find the answers to my questions so hoping someone on here can help.
I'm moving to South Australia and have a UK driving license. Can anyone tell me if I need to do an Australian driving test in order to obtain a SA driving license. I've read somewhere that people just exchange their UK one for an Aus one, is that right or does it all depend on the State that you're living in. Also am I right in thinking that UK license holders can drive on a UK license for the first 3 months in Aus?
When buying a car, I know the car has to be registered but wondered if Aus have the equivalent of an MOT and car tax?
Appreciate your replies!
I'm moving to South Australia and have a UK driving license. Can anyone tell me if I need to do an Australian driving test in order to obtain a SA driving license. I've read somewhere that people just exchange their UK one for an Aus one, is that right or does it all depend on the State that you're living in. Also am I right in thinking that UK license holders can drive on a UK license for the first 3 months in Aus?
When buying a car, I know the car has to be registered but wondered if Aus have the equivalent of an MOT and car tax?
Appreciate your replies!
Aug 31st 2011, 9:57 am
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Re: Do UK driver license holders need to take an Aus driving test
I have a few questions about driving in Aus. I've looked on the Department of Transport website but can't find the answers to my questions so hoping someone on here can help.
I'm moving to South Australia and have a UK driving license. Can anyone tell me if I need to do an Australian driving test in order to obtain a SA driving license. I've read somewhere that people just exchange their UK one for an Aus one, is that right or does it all depend on the State that you're living in. Also am I right in thinking that UK license holders can drive on a UK license for the first 3 months in Aus?
When buying a car, I know the car has to be registered but wondered if Aus have the equivalent of an MOT and car tax?
Appreciate your replies!
I'm moving to South Australia and have a UK driving license. Can anyone tell me if I need to do an Australian driving test in order to obtain a SA driving license. I've read somewhere that people just exchange their UK one for an Aus one, is that right or does it all depend on the State that you're living in. Also am I right in thinking that UK license holders can drive on a UK license for the first 3 months in Aus?
When buying a car, I know the car has to be registered but wondered if Aus have the equivalent of an MOT and car tax?
Appreciate your replies!
We have rego here. It's payable every 3 or 12 months (up to you) and included Compulsory Third Party insurance - only covers injury or death of another person, does not cover either car, or you.
You don't need to insure your car - but it is recommended.
You will have to pay stamp duty (not sure how much it is though) when you buy a car, and a transfer fee (I think it's $121, but not sure can't remember lol)
Might find this helpful
http://sa.gov.au/subject/Transport,+...ying+a+vehicle
Aug 31st 2011, 11:05 am
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Re: Do UK driver license holders need to take an Aus driving test
No, you just swap your UK licence and some cash for an Aus one. You have 3 months to do it.
We have rego here. It's payable every 3 or 12 months (up to you) and included Compulsory Third Party insurance - only covers injury or death of another person, does not cover either car, or you.
You don't need to insure your car - but it is recommended.
You will have to pay stamp duty (not sure how much it is though) when you buy a car, and a transfer fee (I think it's $121, but not sure can't remember lol)
Might find this helpful
http://sa.gov.au/subject/Transport,+...ying+a+vehicle
We have rego here. It's payable every 3 or 12 months (up to you) and included Compulsory Third Party insurance - only covers injury or death of another person, does not cover either car, or you.
You don't need to insure your car - but it is recommended.
You will have to pay stamp duty (not sure how much it is though) when you buy a car, and a transfer fee (I think it's $121, but not sure can't remember lol)
Might find this helpful
http://sa.gov.au/subject/Transport,+...ying+a+vehicle
So they don't have MOT's or car tax in SA?
Aug 31st 2011, 11:06 am
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Re: Do UK driver license holders need to take an Aus driving test
Depends what type of visa you have.
If it's temporary you don't need an Aus licence.
If it's permanent residence it's as Wendy says.
If it's temporary you don't need an Aus licence.
If it's permanent residence it's as Wendy says.
Aug 31st 2011, 11:18 am
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Car tax is called rego here. Basically the same thing only a lot cheaper - but the CTP makes up for that. My car cost $688 for 12 month. I also have (optional) fully comp insurance for $320 a year.
Aug 31st 2011, 11:30 am
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Re: Do UK driver license holders need to take an Aus driving test
No MOT's in SA, half the cars would be off the road if they did! They do have them elswhere and car dealers in SA go and buy the ones that fail - beware.
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Aug 31st 2011, 11:35 am
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Re: Do UK driver license holders need to take an Aus driving test
No MOT but do you have to get a Roadworthy Certificate when selling a car in SA?
Aug 31st 2011, 11:46 am
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Aug 31st 2011, 12:13 pm
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Re: Do UK driver license holders need to take an Aus driving test
No but they should do in my opinion. 
Aug 31st 2011, 12:15 pm
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Aug 31st 2011, 12:52 pm
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Re: Do UK driver license holders need to take an Aus driving test
Yep. I agree.
Aug 31st 2011, 1:48 pm
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Re: Do UK driver license holders need to take an Aus driving test
Mot's no. Although I have a service every 6 months - one is a minor service - check over and oil/filter change and the next is a major service - Service and Tune.
Car tax is called rego here. Basically the same thing only a lot cheaper - but the CTP makes up for that. My car cost $688 for 12 month. I also have (optional) fully comp insurance for $320 a year.
Sorry, I looked it up and it's PR
Car tax is called rego here. Basically the same thing only a lot cheaper - but the CTP makes up for that. My car cost $688 for 12 month. I also have (optional) fully comp insurance for $320 a year.
Sorry, I looked it up and it's PR
Aug 31st 2011, 1:49 pm
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Re: Do UK driver license holders need to take an Aus driving test
Thanks everyone for all your helpful comments! Btw - are there any car dealerships that you recommend in SA or any you think should be avoided?
Aug 31st 2011, 9:48 pm
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Re: Do UK driver license holders need to take an Aus driving test
They're all pretty much the same. Just make sure that you go in with a figure and don't go above it. They will try to make you spend just that little bit more!