How to get your driver licence

To become a fully licensed class 1 driver, you need to pass through the 3 stages of the driver licensing system:

  • Stage 1 – learner licence.
  • Stage 2 – restricted licence.
  • Stage 3 – full licence.

You need to complete the requirements of each stage before you can move to the next.

You must pass a theory test before you can start stage 1 – learner licence.

Practical driving tests

As part of getting your driver licence, you must pass 2 practical driving tests:

  • The restricted licence practical driving test, to get your restricted licence.
  • The full licence practical driving test, to get your full licence.

Practical tests

How much does it cost to get your class 1 driver licence?

Application fee

Amount

Learner licence

$96.10

Restricted licence

$167.50

Full licence

$98.90

The application fee includes the tests required for each stage. It’s free to change, cancel or rebook your test if you need to.

All fees include GST and are non-refundable.