Overseas Driver Licence Conversion Application

Issuing authority

State road authorities — Service NSW (NSW), VicRoads (VIC), Department of Transport and Main Roads (QLD), DoT WA (WA), DPTI SA (SA), Transport Tasmania (TAS), Access Canberra (ACT), MVR (NT)

Official source

How to apply

1. Check your state's grace period — NSW allows 3 months, VIC and TAS allow 6 months of driving on your overseas licence before conversion is required
2. Determine whether your country of issue is on the recognised-country list for your state (as of 2026, the Experienced Driver Recognition direct-swap pathway has been removed across all states; a knowledge test and practical driving test are now required for most applicants)
3. Download and complete the Licence Application form (Form 1001 in NSW; equivalent in other states) from your state transport website
4. Gather required documents: original overseas licence (not a photocopy), NAATI-certified English translation if the licence is not in English, proof of identity, proof of Australian residency, and a licence validation letter from the issuing country if required
5. Book and pass the relevant knowledge test (road rules) at your state licensing centre if required
6. Book and pass a practical driving test if required by your state
7. Visit a Service NSW centre, VicRoads office, TMR service centre, or equivalent state office in person with all documents and payment
8. Have your photo taken and pay the applicable licence fee
9. Receive your Australian licence card by mail (interim receipt issued same day)

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