My driver's licence

Learn to drive, get a driver's licence, renew; upgrade; or transfer your licence. Driver regulations and penalties.

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 Get your first licence

Find out how to get your first licence to drive a car, or ride a motorcycle or moped in WA.

 Joondalup Driver Assessment Centre

The Joondalup Driver Assessment Centre is now open. Find out more about the services available.

 Book a PDA securely

How to book a Practical Driving Assessment (PDA).

 Renew my WA driver's licence

Find out how to renew your driver's licence and what to do when a new photograph and/or signature is required.

 Upgrade or add a licence

How to get a licence to drive a vehicle of a higher class or remove a licence restriction.

 Visit or move to WA

Find out about driving on your overseas or interstate licence in Western Australia and using your WA licence when travelling.

 Report a medical condition

If you have a medical condition and/or take any medication that may affect your ability to drive, you must notify the Department. Here you will find examples of medical conditions you should report and what conditions may be applied to your licence.

 Surrender a driver's licence or class

How to surrender your driver’s licence or licence class, or return a deceased person’s driver’s licence.

 Driver rules, penalties and infringements

Find out about demerit points, licence suspensions, disqualifications, driving offences and extraordinary licences.

 Driver's licence cards

Find out about the design and security features of your Western Australian driver's licence card.

 Licence Alert

Licence Alert online is a free service that allows you to receive an SMS or email when your Western Australian driver's and vehicle licences are near expiry. You can also download the free Licence Alert app.
Page last updated: Wed Oct 13 2021 12:54:42 PM