Driving in Australia

You must have a valid driver’s license to drive in Australia and have it with you while driving.
International students are able to drive in Australia using a license from their home country as long as the license is current and valid. If it’s in a language other than English, you must also have a certified English translation.
Below are the transport authorities for each state and territory (except the NT) in Australia:
- ACT
Government Road Transport Authority - NSW
Roads and Maritime Services - QLD
Government (Transport) - SA
Government (Transport) - TAS
Department of State Growth - VIC
VicRoads - WA
Department of Transport


