There are two key stages where a certified translation of your overseas driver’s licence is required. We provide the latest information for each state and territory on:
- Driving with an Overseas Licence
- Converting an Overseas Licence
In general, the translation requirements for converting an overseas licence into a local one are stricter than those for driving on an overseas licence. In this section, we provide comprehensive information on driver’s licence requirements in Tasmania, including regulations for driving with an overseas licence and the process for converting it to a local licence.
1 – Driving on a Foreign Licence in Tasmania (TAS) as a Temporary Visitor: Time Limits
- Tasmania: Indefinitely
2 – Effect of Permanent Visa
- Tasmania: You have six months after receiving your permanent visa to obtain an Australian licence.
3 – What You Need to Drive on a Foreign Driver Licence
- Tasmania: Foreign driver’s licence and an International Driving Permit, or a foreign driver’s licence and a certified English translation of the licence.
4 – Class of Vehicle You Can Drive on a Foreign Driver Licence
Most states and territories allow foreign drivers to use their foreign driver’s licence under Class C and R licences. Drivers must comply with the conditions on their foreign driver’s licence or drive a vehicle of the same class permitted by their foreign licence, in accordance with the relevant regulations in each state or territory.
5 – Applying for a Heavy Vehicle Licence
- Tasmania: You can drive a heavy vehicle if your foreign licence permits you to do so. However, Service Tasmania does not specify the validity of an overseas heavy vehicle licence. For more details, see Driving in Tasmania on an Interstate or Overseas Licence.
6 – Failure of Driving Test
- Tasmania: If you fail the practical driving assessment, you will need to be issued a Tasmanian learner’s licence and will no longer be able to drive on your overseas licence. For more information, visit Driving in Tasmania on an Interstate or Overseas Licence.
Acceptable Translations
Driving with an Overseas Licence
The Department of State Growth – Transport accepts NAATI-certified translations from NAATI-certified translators but does not specify whether the original translation document is required.
Converting an Overseas Licence
The Department of State Growth – Transport accepts NAATI-certified translations from NAATI-certified translators but does not specify whether the original translation document is required.
For the latest updates, contact the local transport authority directly.
Tasmania (TAS): Department of State Growth – Transport
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