How do I convert my overseas licence?
To convert your overseas licence you will need to:
- Go to Service Tasmania.
- Provide full evidence of identity.
- Provide your overseas licence (and international driving permit or English translation if necessary).
- Complete a licence application form.
If your licence is not current, or your licence is not from a recognised country or experienced driver recognition country, you’ll also have to:
- Pass a knowledge test on the Tasmanian road rules. through the Plates Plus course or at Service Tasmania. Obtain a learner licence if your licence is not current or you are advised by us that you require a learner licence
- Pass a Hazard Perception Test (for car class).
- Pass a practical driving assessment.
To prepare for the driver knowledge test you can:
- review the Tasmanian Road Rules Handbook
- watch the learn to drive videos
- available in five languages
- refer to the leaflet provided under Preparing for your driving assessment
- available in six languages
You can choose to complete the knowledge test at home as part of the Plates Plus course or sit the test in Service Tasmania.
The Plates Plus course
- this is available on computer, mobile or tablet
- the course must be fully completed before you can sit the test online
- we encourage you to complete the course with someone who can translate or interpret for you
- you are more likely to pass the knowledge test if you complete the Plates Plus course and sit the test online
- see the frequently asked questions for more information.
The knowledge test at Service Tasmania
- you do not need to complete the Plates Plus course before the test if you take it at Service Tasmania
- you are more likely to pass the knowledge test if you complete the Plates Plus course and sit the test online
- you can access a free translation or interpreting service if you complete the knowledge test at Service Tasmania.
Once you are approved for the issue of a licence you will need to have your photo taken and provide a sample signature.
If you do not have your overseas licence you will need to provide written evidence from the licensing authority in the country you had a licence in, or their consulate.
Even if you have your licence you may be asked to get more information from the licensing authority to assist us to transfer the licence over.