Learner licence

Visit your nearest Department of Transport and Main Roads customer service centre or Queensland Government licence issuing office. In some rural or remote areas, Queensland police stations may issue the licence.

To apply for a learner licence you must:

• be at least 16 years of age
• complete the Driver Licence Application/Renewal (form F3000)
• show suitable evidence of identity and Queensland residency documents
• pass an eyesight test, if required
• declare that you are medically fit to learn to drive the class of motor vehicle. Note: If you have a medical condition that might adversely affect your ability to drive safely, you are required to show a medical certificate from your doctor stating that you are medically fit to drive or ride safely
• pay the road rules test fee and pass the test
• pay the required learner licence fee.

If you are transferring your learner licence from interstate or overseas the process is slightly different.

Practice road rules test questions

Before you sit the road rules test you can test your knowledge for all licence classes by completing the practice road rules test. This will give you an indication of the areas you need to focus on before you try and pass the test on your first go.

What to do when learning to drive

When learning to drive, you must:

• clearly display L-plates at the front and rear of the vehicle
• be accompanied by a person who holds and has held an open licence for the class of vehicle you are learning in for at least one year
• carry your learner licence with you and show it to a police officer when asked to do so
• obey any conditions stated on your learner licence
• not drive under the influence of illegal or prescription drugs
• not use a mobile phone. Passengers and supervisors are also restricted from using a mobile phone in loudspeaker mode while the car is being driven
• comply with the no alcohol limit (0.00). Drink driving offences carry monetary fines and disqualification periods.

The RACQ has developed maps for learner drivers* to ensure they gain a range of experience while learning to drive. By following the routes on these maps you will practice different skills and experience a variety of driving situations.

When can I take the practical driving test?

Before you are eligible to take a practical driving test for a car you must have held your class C learner licence for at least one year within the previous three years (not including licence suspensions or cancellations).

If you are a learner licence holder and you are under 25 years of age, you must lodge your completed and certified logbook via Australia Post at least 14 days before your driving test. The department will carefully check your logbook and will then notify you of your result. Your logbook must be approved before you can take your driving test.

If you have an accredited driver trainer, they may arrange an appointment time for your Q-SAFE practical driving test at a testing centre. If not, you’ll need to do this yourself. You will be required to pay the driving test fee. You can make a booking by contacting 13 23 90 or visiting the on line services section of this website.

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