Licence Conditions
A driver licence can be issued subject to one or more conditions. Examples of conditions are:
- only drive automatic cars
- visual aids required
- drive within a specific area or at a specific time.
A condition(s) is shown on the back of the licence by a condition code. If the condition code is an "X", the holder is given a notice which they must have with them when driving. The notice sets out the condition(s).
The following table shows the condition codes and what they mean.
A | Automatic Vehicle Only |
A(1) | Automatic Cycle Only |
A(2) | Automatic Heavy Vehicles Only |
B | Restricted To Heavy Vehicles With Synchromesh |
E | Learner Approved Motorcycle Only |
I | Drive Vehicle With Breath Alcohol Interlock Device |
S | Visual Aids Required |
V | Mechanical / Special Aids Required |
Z | No Alcohol In Body |
X12 | Ride Motorcycle/ Drive Motor Vehicle Daylight Hours |
X17 | Restricted To Certain Locations |
X24 | Seat Belt Exemption |
X26 | Restricted To Certain Vehicles |
X28 | Restricted To Certain Days / Hours |
X9999 | Miscellaneous |
When driving anywhere in Australia, the conditions must be obeyed. If they are not obeyed the holder is committing an offence and their driver licence may be suspended or cancelled.