Julez82

I don't have a UK drivers licence so will be looking into getting one when I get there.

I've had a look at the QLD website and am thoroughly confused about it all. It seems that there are so many different types of learner licences - not at all like the UK!

Has anyone gotten their drivers licence in QLD from scratch, or can anyone help clarify it all for me?

Thanks!

auspal

it will be really easy for you, most teenagers here pass the test on their 17th birthday, which is the first day they are allowed to sit the test. Book yourself some lessons and you will be fine. I think you will have to take a short written test to get your learners licence, then you can go out on the road with an experienced driver ( someone who has held a licence for more than 12 months). Once you get your licence you will be on a P licence, which means no tickets or points etc, and then you graduate to an open licence.

Julez82

Thanks for that, wasn't sure what the story was as they have different categories for open licences etc.

At least the practical driving exam is only 30 mins!

Scrawni 2

When I went over you had to take a theory test (but I don't think you have to do this now).

You have to be in the country 6 mths before you can take your test, nothing stopping you using this time to take your lessons though. You then go onto 'P' plates for a while.

Mandy

moneypenny20

It's all changing from 1st July. Takes much longer to get the full licence but can't remember all the details. Just wondering if that's where it's confusing you. Just read this, seems fairly clear. http://www.transport.qld.gov.au/

Download the book "keys to driving in Queensland" - http://www.transport.qld.gov.au/home...in_queensland/
and start learning it now. People who already have licences and now just swap over don't bother with it but there is a fair bit in there that is different from the UK and some have come unstuck with some of the rules so they're worth knowing.