Settlement Guide: How to obtain an Australian driver’s license?

Driving is an essential skill to surviving in Australia. The process and time required to obtain a driver’s license varies in each state and territory.

Learner driver with car keys and an Australian L-plate Source: Getty Images

Getting a driver’s license in Australia can be a lengthy and costly exercise. This normally starts with an eyesight test when applying for a test or license, followed by a Driver’s Knowledge Test. 

New South Wales residents can sit the Driver’s Knowledge Test in Arabic, Chinese, Croatian, Greek, Korean, Serbian, Spanish, Turkish and Vietnamese. If your language is not in the list, you may be able to request an interpreter service for the test. 

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