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Getting your L2 licence

Licensing Authority

Department of Infrastructure, Energy & Resources

Minimum Age

16 years and three months

Other prerequisites

Must have held L1 licence for a minimum of three months.

Cost

Item Price
L2 Driving Assessment $58.05
Licence fee $28.20 

What test/s do I have to take?

What's on the test?

The L2 Driving Assessment is a practical driving test. A testing officer will sit in the car with you and assess your basic driving skills.

How do I book the test?

At an assessment centre. You will be given more information when you book your test.

What do I bring to the test?

  • Your L1 licence
    A clean, registered vehicle with L plates
  • Means to pay for the test and licence fee 
  • Evidence of identity

I've completed the requirements, now how do I get my L2 licence?

Your L2 licence will be issued to you on the spot when you successfully complete the required test and pay the licence fee.

Once you've received your L2 licence

What does having an L2 licence mean?

  • You must still be supervised when you drive a car
  • You must adhere to the special rules for L2 drivers

Special rules for L2 drivers

  • Must not exceed a blood alcohol level of 0.0%
  • Must not exceed 80km/h
  • Cannot tow another vehicle or trailer
  • Cannot accumulate more than four demerit points
  • Must clearly display L plates at the front and rear of vehicle
  • Must be supervised by a fully-licensed driver, who has had no disqualifications in the last two years
  • Must always carry L2 licence when driving

What happens next?

To be eligible for your P1 licence, you must:

 

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