*People can choose to do competency-based training and assessment, or a test. The application fee will remain the same, even if the applicant has completed a competency based training and assessment course (CBTA) for class 6, or an approved heavy vehicle course for classes 2-5.
| Product / Service | Old fee (GST incl.) | New fee (GST incl.) | Change $ | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New class 1 learner | ||||
| Total cost if you pass test first time | $93.90 | $96.10 | $2.20 | 2% |
| Total cost if you fail test once | $139.60 | $96.10 | -$43.50 | -31% |
| New class 1 restricted | ||||
| Total cost if you pass test first time | $134.80 | $167.50 | $32.70 | 24% |
| Total cost if you fail test once | $221.40 | $167.50 | -$53.90 | -24% |
| New class 1 full | ||||
| Total cost if you pass test first time | $109.50 | $98.90 | -$10.60 | -10% |
| Total cost if you fail test once | $169.40 | $98.90 | -$70.50 | -42% |
| New class 2,3 and 5 learner | ||||
| Total cost if you pass test first time | $93.90 | $77.50 | -$16.40 | -17% |
| Total cost if you fail test once | $139.60 | $77.50 | -$62.10 | -44% |
| New class 4 learner | $48.20 | $27.10 | -$21.10 | -44% |
| New class 2-5 full | ||||
| Total cost if you pass test first time | $109.50 | $39.80 | -$69.70 | -64% |
| Total cost if you fail test once | $169.40 | $39.80 | -$129.60 | -77% |
| New class 6 learner* | ||||
| Total cost if you pass test first time | $93.90 | $90.60 | -$3.30 | -4% |
| Total cost if you fail test once | $139.60 | $90.60 | -$49.00 | -35% |
| New class 6 restricted* | ||||
| Total cost if you pass test first time | $134.80 | $54.20 | -$80.60 | -60% |
| Total cost if you fail test once | $221.40 | $54.20 | -$167.20 | -76% |
| New class 6 full* | ||||
| Total cost if you pass test first time | $109.50 | $47.40 | -$62.10 | -57% |
| Total cost if you fail test once | $169.40 | $47.40 | -$122.00 | -72% |
| Zero alcohol licence | $66.40 | $37.30 | -$29.10 | -44% |
| Alcohol interlock licence | $200.00 | $31.30 | -$168.70 | -84% |
| Limited licence | $39.30 | $48.70 | $9.40 | 24% |
Note: old fees varied depending on a number of factors, including the country the driver licence was issued. See converting to a New Zealand driver licence for more information.
Converting to a New Zealand driver licence
*Additional testing fees may need to be paid in certain circumstances.
| Product / Service | New fee (GST incl.) |
|---|---|
|
New class 1 learner (Non-Exempt) |
$96.10 |
|
New class 1 restricted (Non-Exempt) |
$213.20 |
|
New class 1 full (Non-Exempt) |
$144.60 |
|
New class 2-5 learner (Non-Exempt) |
$123.20 |
|
New class 2-5 full (Non-Exempt) |
$85.50 |
|
New class 6 learner (Non-Exempt) |
$90.60 |
|
New class 6 restricted (Non-Exempt) |
$99.90 |
|
New class 6 full (Non-Exempt) |
$93.10 |
|
New class 1 learner (Exempt) |
$26.40 |
|
New class 1 restricted (Exempt)* |
$25.80 |
|
New class 1 full (Exempt)* |
$26.40 |
|
New class 2-5 learner (Exempt)* |
$27.10 |
|
New class 2-5 full (Exempt)* |
$29.50 |
|
New class 6 learner (Exempt) |
$26.40 |
|
New class 6 restricted (Exempt)* |
$28.10 |
|
New class 6 full (Exempt)* |
$28.30 |
^ Excludes vetting fees. If you are applying for more than one endorsement at the same time, you only have to pay the highest application fee.
+ Includes ID card
**Additional testing fees may need to be paid in certain circumstances.
| Product / Service | Old fee (GST incl.) | New fee (GST incl.) | Change $ | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Forklift, Roller, Track, Wheel endorsement | $44.00 | $62.10 | $18.10 | 41% |
| D (dangerous good) endorsement | $44.00 | $20.70 | -$23.30 | -53% |
| New Large P (Passenger) endorsement only (1-year)^ | $64.40 | $203.10 | $138.70 | 215% |
| New Small P (Passenger) endorsement only^+ | $73.00 | $213.90 | $140.90 | 193% |
| New V (Vehicle Recovery) endorsement (1-year)^**+ | $73.00 | $198.90 | $125.90 | 172% |
| New I (Driving Instructor) endorsement (1-year)^** | $64.40 | $188.90 | $124.50 | 193% |
| New O (Testing officer) endorsement (1-year) - includes certification tests^ | $540.70 | $665.20 | $124.50 | 23% |
| New Large P (Passenger) endorsement only (5-year)^ | $246.30 | $203.10 | -$43.20 | -18% |
| New Small P (Passenger) endorsement only (5-year)^+ | $254.90 | $213.90 | -$41.00 | -16% |
| New V (Vehicle Recovery) endorsement (5-year) ^**+ | $254.90 | $198.90 | -$56.00 | -22% |
| New I (Driving Instructor) endorsement (5-year)^** | $246.30 | $188.90 | -$57.40 | -23% |
| New O (Testing Officer) endorsement (5-year) - includes certification tests^ | $722.60 | $665.20 | -$57.40 | -8% |
+Includes ID card.
^Excludes vetting fees. If you are renewing more than one endorsement at the same time, you now only have to pay the highest application fee.
^^Excludes additional test fees payable if required
Renewal fees for ages 66 and over are shown at the link below:
Renewal fees for ages 66 and over
| Product / Service | Old fee (GST incl.) | New fee (GST incl.) | Change $ | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renew Driver Licence (age 65 and under)*^^ | $43.90 | $32.40 | -$11.50 | -26% |
| Renew Large P (Passenger) endorsement (1-year)^ | $64.40 | $92.00 | $27.60 | 43% |
| Renew Small P (Passenger) endorsement only (1-year)^+ | $73.00 | $102.70 | $29.70 | 41% |
| Renew V endorsement (1-year)^+ | $73.00 | $102.70 | $29.70 | 41% |
| Renew I endorsement (1-year)^ | $64.40 | $92.00 | $27.60 | 43% |
| Renew O endorsement (1-year)^ | $64.40 | $92.00 | $27.60 | 43% |
| Apply to renew D (dangerous goods) endorsement | $44.00 | $22.00 | -$22.00 | -50% |
| Renew Large P (Passenger) endorsement (5-year)^ | $246.30 | $92.00 | -$154.30 | -63% |
| Renew Small P (Passenger) endorsement only (5-year)^+ | $254.90 | $102.70 | -$152.20 | -60% |
| Renew V (Vehicle Recovery) endorsement (5-year)^+ | $254.90 | $102.70 | -$152.20 | -60% |
| Renew I (Driving Instructor) endorsement (5-year)^ | $246.30 | $92.00 | -$154.30 | -63% |
| Renew O (Testing Officer) endorsement (5-year)^ | $246.30 | $92.00 | -$154.30 | -63% |
*Old fee not listed because it depends on which stage and class of licence you were requalifying for. Requalification reinstatement is required if your licence has been disqualified for more than 12 months and currently requires payment of the application fee (currently $66.40) and any tests required to requalify.
**New fee includes application fee and any tests required.
| Product / Service | Old fee (GST incl.) | New fee (GST incl.) | Change $ | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reinstatement (class 1-6) | $66.40 | $48.00 | -$18.40 | -28% |
| Requalification reinstatement (class 1-6)* | * | $100.10 | * | * |
| Product / Service | Old fee (GST incl.) | New fee (GST incl.) | Change $ | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand Defence Force Exemption | $0.00 | $11.30 | $11.30 | New fee |
| Application for an Exemption – DL4 | $27.20 | $100.00 | $72.80 | 268% |
| Product / Service | Old fee (GST incl.) | New fee (GST incl.) | Change $ | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extend expiry date of a licence | $38.20 | $27.60 | -$10.60 | -28% |
| Replace licence card (Identification) | $13.70 | $27.60 | $13.90 | 101% |
| Replace licence card (Photo Driver Licence) | $38.20 | $26.30 | -$11.90 | -31% |
| Product / Service | Old fee (GST incl.) | New fee (GST incl.) | Change $ | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Approve course providers to conduct approved driver licensing courses | $38.00 | $0.00 | -$38.00 | -100% |
| Approve course content | $186.50 | $0.00 | -$186.50 | -100% |
| Class 6 (motorcycle) restricted Competency Based Training and Assessment course (CBTA) | $38.80 | $0.00 | -$38.80 | -100% |
| Class 6 (motorcycle) full Competency Based Training and Assessment course (CBTA) | $38.80 | $0.00 | -$38.80 | -100% |
| Class 6 (motorcycle) assessment ride | $190.60 | $0.00 | -$190.60 | -100% |
| Request for a Certificate of Particulars | $11.10 | $0.00 | -$11.10 | -100% |
| Request for Demerit Point & Suspension History Report | $11.10 | $0.00 | -$11.10 | -100% |
