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?

Your application fee includes your first test, and a second test if you need it. 

For example, a learner licence application includes 2 theory tests, and a restricted licence application includes 2 restricted practical tests.

If you need 3 tests or more, you'll need to pay a test fee for each test. 

All fees include GST and are non-refundable.

Car (class 1) Application fee (includes 2 tests) Test fee for each test from 3rd attempt
Learner $96.10 $54.60
Restricted $167.50 $102.80
Full  $98.90 $71.90

If you need to change, cancel or rebook your test, you may need to pay a fee. If you do it at least 2 full working days in advance, the fees will be lower. 

Fees to change or rebook a test