Getting your P1 licence
Licensing Authority
Department
of Transport
Minimum Age
17
Other prerequisites
Cost
| Item |
Price |
| Hazard Perception Test |
$19.60 (each attempt) |
| Licence fee - 1 year |
$36.60 |
| Licence fee - 5 years |
$116.00 |
What test/s do I have to take?
The Hazard
Perception Test (HPT)
What's on the test?
The HPT is a computer-based test that simulates a series of
moving traffic scenes and tests your response to dangerous
situations.
What study materials do I need?
You don’t need a handbook for the HPT, but you can practice your
skills online.
How do I book the test?
Where do I take the test?
At any Licensing Centre.
What do I bring to the test?
I've completed the requirements, now how do I get my P1
licence?
Your P1 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 P1 licence
What does having a P1 licence mean?
- You are now permitted to drive a car without supervision
- You must adhere to the special rules for Phase I provisional
drivers
Special rules for P1 drivers
- Must display red P plates at all times when driving
- Must not exceed a blood alcohol level of 0.0%
- Cannot drive between 12am and 5am
What happens next?
After six months on your P1 licence, you are eligible to
progress to your P2 licence.
