Getting your learner licence

Licensing Authority

Northern Territory Transport Group 

Minimum Age

16 (must obtain parental consent if under 17)

Other prerequisites

• Must be a resident of the NT
  Must complete an Application form 

Cost   

What test/s do I have to take?

Choose one of two options for getting your learner licence:

• MVR Theory Test
• Driver Training and Licensing Program (DTAL)

What do the two options involve?

• MVR Theory Test: a series of questions based on NT road rules and road safety
• DTAL Theory 1: a group session that lasts at least six hours. You will be given an understanding of NT road rules and assessed at the end of the session

What study materials do I need?

The Northern Territory Road User’s Handbook, available online  or at any Motor Vehicle Registry outlet.

How do I book the MVR Theory Test?

You don’t need to book, just visit any Motor Vehicle Registry

Where do I take the MVR Theory test?

At any Motor Vehicle Registry

What do I bring to the MVR Theory test?

• Evidence of identity and residence
• Means to pay the licence fee
• If you are under 17, you need to be accompanied by a parent, who will need to bring identification and will be required to sign a permission form.

How do I book for the DTAL Theory 1 Program?

Several programs are run throughout the year at a number of locations. To book, refer to the Schedule of Courses for a list of contacts .

I’ve taken the MVR Theory Test, now how do I get my learner licence?

You will be issued your learner licence on the spot when you’ve successfully completed the test and paid the fee.

I’ve completed the DTAL Theory 1 program, now how do I get my learner licence?

Visit any Motor Vehicle Registry and bring:

• Evidence of identity and residence
• If you are under 17, you need to be accompanied by a parent, who will need to bring identification and will be required to sign a permission form
• The Certificate of Competency you were given when you passed your DTAL Theory 1 assessment

Once you've received your learner licence

What does having a learner licence mean?

• You are now permitted to drive a car under supervision. Your supervisor must be someone with a full Australian driving licence
• You must adhere to the special rules for learner drivers

Special rules for learner drivers

• Must clearly display L plates on front and rear of vehicle
• Must be supervised at all times by a person with a full Australian driver licence
• Must not exceed a blood alcohol level of 0.00%
• Must not exceed 80km/h
  Cannot use mobile phones (including hands-free devices)
• Cannot accumulate more than four demerit points

What happens next?

Once you have held your learner licence for at least six months, you will be eligible to apply for your provisional licence.