Apply for a dangerous goods vehicle licence

Introduction

You need a dangerous goods vehicle licence if the vehicle is transporting dangerous goods:

• in a receptacle with a capacity of more than 500 litres, or
• if there is more than 500 kilograms in a single receptacle.

Intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) with a total capacity of up to 3,000 litres are exempt, as long as they are not filled or emptied while on the vehicle.

Examples of vehicles are:

• trailers
• rigid vehicles
• B-double trailers
• road-train trailers.

Prime movers and converter dollies do not need a dangerous goods vehicle licence.

A single licence is issued for each transport organisation, and details of each vehicle are included on the licence.

The licence is valid for one year and is recognised throughout Australia.

You can apply online via eConnect EPA.

What you need

• vehicle details such as its registration number
• class(es) of dangerous goods to be transported
• evidence of insurance cover with a minimum of $5 million cover for clean-up and emergency services costs
• a rear image of the vehicle showing the number plate and vehicle type
• for tank vehicles, you must also provide:
  • the date of the last hydrostatic test (if applicable)
  • an image of the tank compliance plate showing a valid design approval number and the tank serial number
  • for heavy vehicle tank trailers, details of the roll stability system (RSS)
• credit card for payment.

How to apply

1. Select the 'Apply online' button.
2. Select 'Register to start a new application' and follow the prompts to apply.

More information

The vehicle transporting dangerous goods must be covered by a dangerous goods vehicle licence, and the driver must hold a dangerous goods driver licence.