Learner licence for car drivers

You may only get a car (class C) learner licence if you are at least 16.

A class C learner licence allows you to drive a vehicle that is a

• moped (2 or 3 wheeled motor vehicle)
• motor vehicle (other than a motorbike) of not more than 4.5 t GVM, built or fitted to carry no more than 12 adults, including the driver, with or without a trailer
• specially constructed vehicle of not more than 4.5 t GVM, with or without a trailer.

How to apply for a learner licence

To apply for a learner licence, you

• need to go to a customer service centre
• must complete an application form and provide evidence of identity
• must be medically fit to learn to drive
• must pass the written road rules test
• pay any relevant fees.

If you are successful, you will be issued a 'Roadtrip to your licence' kit which includes a learner logbook.

Make sure you know the road rules and what you must do when you are learning to drive.

Upgrading your learner licence

To upgrade your learner licence to a P1 or P2 type of licence you must be at least 17. If you are under 25, your first provisional licence will be issued as a P1 licence.

Before you can apply, 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)
• lodge your completed and certified logbook via Australia Post at least 14 days before your driving test (if you are under 25 years of age)
• book and pass a practical driving test.