Introduction

If you move to NSW from another Australian state or territory, you can only drive on an interstate licence for the first 3 months. After that period, you'll need to visit a Service NSW Centre and apply for a NSW driver licence.

Your probationary licence will be transferred to a licence of the same class with a mandatory good behaviour period provision.

What you need

  • your proof of identity
  • evidence of the first issue date of your interstate licence
  • your concession card details (if applicable)
  • your contact lenses or glasses (if you wear them)
  • the PDF forms:
    • 'Licence Application'
    • 'Good Behaviour Election/Acknowledgement'.

How to apply

  1. Download and complete:
  2. Make sure you have all your documentation and any additional items (if applicable).
  3. Visit a service centre and submit your application.

More information

  • Renewal notices are posted generally within 6 weeks of the card's expiry date giving you plenty of time to plan ahead and renew early.
  • For driver licence renewals or applications, a receipt is provided that allows you to drive until the card arrives in the post. The receipt is valid for 2 months.
Last updated: 30 September 2024

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