Wheelchair licences

If your wheelchair can go faster than 10km/h, then you’ll need a licence to use it.

If you already have a car or motorcycle licence, you don’t need to get a new licence.

To get a wheelchair licence, you may need to get a car licence or R licence, depending on whether your wheelchair configuration and handling characteristics of the vehicle.

You can also get a licence that restricts you driving only to your wheelchair.

To get a wheelchair licence, you need to go into Service Tasmania and provide:

• A medical report from a doctor saying your fit to drive,
• A letter from a parent, guardian, carer or occupational therapist stating that you can drive a wheelchair safely,
• Complete an application form, and
• Provide a Tasmanian licence and evidence of identity.

You’ll also have to pay a fee.