If you carry passengers for hire or reward you need a P endorsement.
You also need a P endorsement if you drive a large passenger service vehicle – even if you're not being paid for it.
Tow truck and car transporter drivers are the most common drivers who need an endorsement for vehicle recovery. If you operate a vehicle recovery service of any kind, you’ll also need a V endorsement.
To conduct practical driving tests you must be employed by or contracted to NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, its testing agent, or the NZ Defence Force.