An Unregistered Vehicle Permit (UVP) allows you to drive an unregistered vehicle with some conditions. It is not a temporary registration. Your vehicle must be safe for use on the road and you must follow the permit conditions.
When driving with an unregistered vehicle permit you are covered by the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) charge. This charge pays for treatment and support services for people injured in transport accidents.
You generally cannot drive between 7:00pm and 7:00am with an unregistered vehicle permit.
An unregistered vehicle permit cannot be issued if:
- your vehicle is under suspension
- your vehicle is registered
- there is an uncleared defect notice on your vehicle.
Unregistered vehicle permits normally last up to 28 days. Permits cannot be extended. If you need more time you must apply for another permit.
You will need to provide:
Personal details
- full name and address
- your vehicle's garaged address
- your telephone number
- your fax number (if applying for permit over the phone).
- reason for the permit
- desired start date and time
- number of days required.
- make
- model
- body type
- colour
- year of manufacture
- either the engine, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or chassis number.
Fees vary depending on duration, vehicle type and garaged address. The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) charge is included.
There are no concessions available.
You can drive interstate with an Unregistered Vehicle Permit this condition is specified on your permit.
You do not need a permit from VicRoads if your journey starts interstate and finishes in Victoria. Check with your local vehicle registration authority if you need an interstate permit before you drive.
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