Vehicles being used in organised carnivals or processions can be issued with an Unregistered Vehicle Permit.

Before you apply for an unregistered vehicle permit, you should check locally that the road will not be temporarily closed as an unregistered vehicle permit will then not be required.

Should a permit be required, a letter of confirmation from the organising body of the carnival/procession must be provided before the permit can be issued.

Apply for an Unregistered Vehicle Permit

It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure that the float is in a roadworthy condition with respect to the:

• Brake system
• Driver access and ventilation
• Exhaust system
• Steering
• Stop lamps
• Turn signal lamps
• Visibility for the driver, including effective rear vision on both sides
• Warning devices.

You must also ensure the safety of any structures, bunting, decorations and passengers.

Permits will only allow travel to, from and during the parade, and are endorsed with "Carnival Float". They are normally issued for a seven-day period.

An over-dimensional permit will be required if standard vehicle dimensions are exceeded, if the vehicle is to travel on or over declared roads. Council permits may also be required. Check with your local council.