How to get an Australian Driver's License

Young girl taking lessons for driving on the road in Auckland, New Zealand Credit: nazar_ab/Getty Images

Driving a car offers independence and increases job opportunities, but it also comes with the great responsibility of keeping roads safe. In Australia, drivers need to pass several assessments before they become fully licensed. Migrants may be eligible to convert their overseas license to an Australian one through an abridged process, but this depends on their personal circumstances.

Driver licenses are legal permits to operate motor vehicles in Australia.
Australian states and territories determine how to obtain a driver’s license, so rules vary depending on jurisdiction.
Before a driver is fully licensed, they need to pass several assessments.
Migrants may be eligible to convert their overseas license to an Australian one through a shortened process, depending on their circumstances.

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