Getting an endorsement - DFRTW | NZ Transport Agency

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This page will help you if you are applying for any of the following endorsements:

Applying for a forklift (F) endorsement for driving forklifts
Applying for a rollers (R) or tracks (T) endorsement for driving vehicles with rollers or tracks, or a wheels (W) endorsement for driving a specialised vehicle with wheels
Applying for a dangerous goods (D) endorsement for transporting dangerous goods

Preparing to apply

What do I need

New Zealand full licence
Eyesight certificate
Endorsement course certificate (F, RTW, D)
ID including photo driver licence or passport.

Tip: You may need to do a Worksafe course even if you have completed an endorsement course. Check with your employer.

Applying and Renewing

How do I apply or renew

Endorsement application process

What you need to do		What we will do
1. Preparing to apply	2. Applying	3. New Licence and ID card
Get started by gathering your required documents.	Submit your documentation and application [PDF, 200 KB] to a driver licensing agent.	Your new licence and ID card will be printed and delivered within 15-20 days.

Download the DFRTW endorsement application form

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