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Driving with your overseas licence in Victoria

Find out if your overseas licence is valid for driving in Victoria and what to carry.

Can I use my overseas licence?

You can use your overseas licence to drive in Victoria if: 

  • your licence is current 
  • your licence is for the type of vehicle you're driving, and
  • you only plan to reside and drive in Victoria for less than 6 months.  The 6 months starts from the day you start living in Victoria. If you leave and come back, you must still count the 6 months from when you first arrived. 

If you want to drive in Victoria for more than 6 months, you'll need to convert your overseas licence.

You can't use your overseas licence to drive in Victoria if: 

  • you've been disqualified or suspended from driving or getting a driver licence or permit in any country
  • you've failed any kind of driving test in Victoria
  • you already have an Australian driver licence or permit from another state or territory (this includes all vehicle types such as trucks and motorcycles). 

What you need to know when using your overseas licence

When you're driving in Victoria, you must understand and follow all Victorian road rules.  

You should always have your overseas licence with you when you drive.    

If your licence is not in English, you'll also need to carry either: 

  • an English translation of your licence
  • an international driving permit in English.

For more information visit the Transport Victoria International and interstate driver's licences page.