7. Apply for a Driver's Licence
If you are a permanent resident visa holder and have a current driver's licence from another country, in English or with an official translation, you are allowed to drive for your first three months after arrival.
After the three months, if you want to drive, you will need to have the appropriate driver's licence. This will usually require you to pass a knowledge test, a practical driving test, and an eyesight test. In Australia, drivers' licences are issued by state and territory governments.
The table below provides contact details for each state and territory
State/Territory Contact details
| State/Territory | Contact Details |
|---|---|
| New South Wales (NSW) | See: Roads and Traffic Authority (RTA) |
| Victoria (VIC) | See: Vic roads |
| Queensland (QLD) | See: Licensing & registration |
| South Australia (SA) | See: Welcome to Transport SA |
| Western Australia (WA) | See: Licensing services |
| Tasmania (TAS) | See: Transport - TAS |
| Australian Capital Territory (ACT) | See: Road transport information management |
| Northern Territory (NT) | See: Driver licensing |