A - Automatic transmission If you pass your probationary drive test in a vehicle with an automatic transmission, you can only drive vehicles with an automatic transmission during your probationary period. This condition is displayed as an 'A' condition on the driver licence card.
A motorcycle learner permit or licence can be obtained from 18 years of age. This is shown as 'R' under licence type on a Victorian driver licence. Check how to get your motorcycle licence.
Your unique card number will be at the top right-hand corner on the back of your card.
Driver licences can be renewed for three or 10 years. However, if you're 75 years of age or older, you can only renew a driver licence for three years. Marine licences are renewed for five years or the period specified on the licence.
Licence conditions and requirements may be imposed on some driver licences and/or learner permits due to medical reasons, offences, and/or legal requirements.
In Victoria, new drivers are introduced to driving through progressive stages of being a learner, a P1 probationary driver, a P2 probationary driver and then a fully licensed driver.
The licence number identifies the individual while the card number is used to verify that it is the latest card.
an identifying number on a licence or licence plate that identifies it with the owner.
If you meet the medical criteria for a conditional licence your licence will have an M (medical) condition recorded on it. You may also have conditions or restrictions that you must drive in accordance with and you will be required to carry a current medical certificate whenever you drive.
HR is a Heavy Rigid Truck – GVM over 8 tonne with more than 2 axles. R is a Unrestricted Motorcycle – eligible to ride any motorcycle. RE is a Restricted Motorcycle Licence – eligible to ride only LAMS motorcycles.
Getting a full licence
To apply for your full (unrestricted) licence, you must: have held your P2 licence for at least 24 months. prove your identity. pass an eyesight test. pay the licence fee, unless you're eligible for a concession.
A Multi Combination (MC) licence is required for a heavy combination vehicle with more than one trailer. A Multi Combination (MC) licence is generally required for the following driving roles: Interstate & Intrastate Driving. Linehaul / Change Over Driving. Road Train / Long Haul Driving.
Class R REGULAR; ANY VEHICLE WITH A GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT OR GROSS COMBINATION WEIGHT RATING OF 26,000 POUNDS OR LESS, TRANSPORTING NO MORE THAN 15 PASSENGERS INCLUDING THE DRIVER AND TRANSPORTING NO HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IN QUANTITIES REQUIRING PLACARDING UNDER DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT) REGULATIONS.
P1 and P2 probationary licences Victoria has a two stage probationary driver licence. A P1 licence is issued for the first 12 months followed by a P2 licence for three years. If you are 21 or over when you obtain your probationary licence you will become a P2 licence holder.
Driver Licence number appears under 'LICENCE NO. ' on the front of the card. Card number location: if your card was issued after November 2022, the card number is on the back of the card at top right.
Your NSW licence number is under 'Licence No. ' on the front of the card. Your card number is also on the front of your card in the top right-hand corner.
You can find your customer reference number in the top right corner on the front of your driver licence. It is marked as your licence number, authority number or reference number.
Your document number identifies your specific driver's license or identification document card. Unlike your driver's license number or ID number, which identifies you, your document number is attached to that specific license or ID card.
You can find your driving licence number on the front of your photocard driving licence.
If your licence has expired by more than 6 months but less than 5 years you will need to attend a Driver and Vehicle Service (DVS) centre, regional DoT office or agent and: provide primary and secondary proof of identification; complete a Driver's Licence Application Form (DLA1);
If you are under 21, you must have your learner permit for at least 12 months before applying for a driver's licence. You must also have a minimum of 120 hours of supervised driving experience, including a minimum of 10 hours night driving. Other rules apply for drivers aged 21 and over.
If you are a probationary driver you must display P plates whenever you drive.