Learner Permit Test Online

Once you’ve successfully passed the online course and assessment and you're at least 16 years or older, you’ll need to visit a VicRoads Customer Service Centre to: 

• apply for your learner permit
• provide evidence of your identity 
• complete an eyesight test
• have your photo taken. 

From 15 August 2022, you won't need to pay a fee to have your learner permit card issued under the Motorist Package and Safe Driver Program.

Remember, you need to complete your visit and the above tasks before you receive your learner permit and can start your 120 hours of supervised driving.

You don’t need an appointment for your visit.

What to bring to your visit

For your visit you’ll need to bring:

• your unsigned learner permit application form that you can download and print from your myVicRoads account,
• one 'Category A' evidence of identity document (e.g. Australian birth certificate or passport)
• one 'Category B' evidence of identity document (e.g. Australian bank statement, student ID or Medicare card) 
• evidence of your current address (if your current address isn’t shown on the Category A or B evidence)
• glasses or contact lenses (if required for the eyesight test)
• overseas driver licence (or learner permit) verification documents if applicable.

If you don’t bring these documents, you won’t be able to get your learner permit.

Your learner permit card will be mailed to your postal address and takes about 10 business days to arrive. Until then, you’ll get a temporary learner permit as a 'receipt of proof' that you have your learner permit. Make sure you’re carrying it at all times when driving with your supervising driver.

Overseas licence holders and licence verification

You will need to visit a VicRoads Customer Service Centre after you complete the Learner Permit Test Online to complete an overseas licence or learner permit verification. You will also need to have your identity verified and take an eyesight test. 

Next steps

• Have your identity and licence verified
• Complete the Hazard Perception Test Online or in-person and
• Complete the Drive Test

How to get your licence verified

Your identity and overseas licence verification will need to be completed when you visit a VicRoads Customer Service Centre for your Hazard Perception Test In-person or, if you want to complete the Hazard Perception Test Online, you'll need to book a separate overseas licence verification appointment before you can register.

• Book a licence verification appointment (External link)
• Book an appointment to take the Hazard Perception Test In-person

What will I learn in the LPTO?

The LPTO is a competency-based course focusing on road safety topics (Safe systems, Vehicles, Speed, Routes, Drink and drug driving, Seatbelts, Fatigue, Distractions) and road rule topics (Parking, Hazardous situations, Giving way, Road Signs, Road Markings, Licence Sanctions, Sharing the road with others).

I heard taking the test online is free, is this true? 

Yes. From 15 August 2022, your first attempt to take the Learner Permit Test Online is free under the new Motorist Package and Safe Driver Program. If you’ve been unsuccessful completing the Learner Permit Test Online (LPTO) in the 12 months from enrolment, you’ll need to enrol again and pay the course fee of $25.40.

I've already attempted to take the learner permit test at a VicRoads Customer Service Centre but I was unsuccessful, am I still eligible for the free attempt?

When you take the Learner Permit Test Online your first attempt is free. This is a saving of $25.40.

How much will I save by taking the test online?

If you’ve been unsuccessful passing the Learner Permit Test In-person, you’ll still be eligible for a first attempt free if you enrol into the Learner Permit Test Online.

If I’ve recently enrolled into the Learner Permit Test Online and paid the course fee, can I get a refund?

No. If you enrolled and paid to take the Learner Permit Test Online before the 15 August, you won’t be eligible to get a refund on the fees already paid.

Are the in-person test and appointment fees also waived?

No. Fees for the Learner Permit Test In-person remain in place. See driver licence and learner permit fees.

What if I booked to take the Learner Permit Test In-person but now I want to take the test online as it's free, can I cancel my appointment and get a refund?

Your in-person booking is made up of two fee components – the test fee and the appointment fee. See driver licence and learner permit fees.

If you've made an appointment to take the Learner Permit Test In-person and would like to cancel this appointment to take the test online, you'll be eligible for a refund of the test fee only. You’ll need to provide us with at least 24 hours notice before cancelling your appointment. 

The appointment fee of $19.60 is non-refundable. 

I’ve completed the Learner Permit Test Online, can I visit a VicRoads Customer Service Centre to get my permit? 

Congratulations for passing the test! To complete the process for getting your learner permit, you’ll be need to visit a VicRoads Customer Service Centre. No prior booking or appointment is required. Don’t forget to download and print your unsigned learner application from your myVicRoads account.  

How do I have my overseas licence or permit verified?

If you complete the Learner Permit Test Online (LPTO) and you’re from a non-recognised country or you’re from a country where your driver experience is recognised and you’re under 25 years old and want to take the Hazard Perception Test Online, you’ll need to book an overseas licence verification appointment (External link) before you register.

If you complete one or both the Learner Permit Test In-person or The Hazard perception Test In-person at a VicRoads Customer Service Centre, your overseas licence verification will be completed at your first in-person visit.

Do I need to study the Road to Solo Driving Handbook for the LPTO?

No, you don’t need any prior knowledge before beginning the online course. Completing the course will teach you all you need to know about the road rules and safe driving behaviours to prepare you for the final assessment.

Who can help me complete the course and assessment?

Your supervising driver, parents, family, or friends can participate in your road safety learning experience and provide additional support for you to complete the course if you need. However, you must attempt the final assessment by yourself without the help of others.

I was unsuccessful passing the test at a Customer Service Centre, can I still take the Learner Permit Test Online? 

Yes, if you’ve been unsuccessful passing the test at a Customer Service Centre, you’ll still have the option to take the Learner Permit Test Online through your myVicRoads account.

How will I know if I’ve passed? Will I find out straight away?

When you complete the course and assessment online, you’ll get your results straight away. You'll see a notification on your myVicRoads dashboard when you've passed. You’ll also receive an email confirming that you've been successful passing the final assessment.

How do I know when my access to the course expires?

You can complete both the course and final assessment 12 months after you enrol. Your enrolment expiry date will be displayed on your myVicROads account dashboard once you enrol.

How many attempts do I get to complete the course? 

There are no limits to the attempts you’ll get to complete the course. However, you’ll be given 12 months from when you enrol to complete both the course and assessment. 

Why do I have to pay an appointment fee for the test in-person but not when visiting a VicRoads Customer Service Centre if I complete the course online?

Appointments for in-person tests are necessary to ensure computer and staff availability to complete your appointment. The appointment fee covers the costs associated with these resources.

What payment methods are available to pay the course fee online? 

The course fee can be paid online using either Mastercard or Visa. Please note, a card payment fee applies when using VISA or Mastercard.

Is Road Rules Education Online the same as the Learner Permit Test Online? 

No. Road Rules Education Online is our free, online course designed to help all Victorian drivers brush up on their road rules and safe driving knowledge. The course content is similar to modules in the Learner Permit Test Online however, progress of topics completed within the course is not recorded or saved by VicRoads. Road Rules Education Online has been designed for educational purposes and practice only. The course can be accessed online anytime through your myVicRoads account. 

Please note: customers looking to get their learner permit will need to complete the Learner Permit Test Online or Learner Permit Test In-person.

What if I have a medical condition or injury?

If you have an illness, disability, medical condition, injury or are undertaking medical treatment that affects your ability to drive, you’ll need to get medical report(s) for our Medical Review team before you can get your learner permit.

For more information, visit medical conditions and driving or call us on 13 11 71.

Can I take the Learner Permit Test Online if I’ve already got an appointment to take the test at a Customer Service Centre? Will I get a refund of fees?

If you’re waiting to take the test at a Customer Service Centre, you can still enrol in the Learner Permit Test Online.

If you decide to enrol in the Learner Permit Test Online, you’ll need to pay the course fee again. Your existing test fee for your in-person test is refundable if you cancel with more than 24hrs notice, however the $19 appointment booking fee is not refundable.  

I’m required to complete the Learner Permit Test for re-licensing purposes. Can I do the online course? 

Yes, as long as you meet the enrolment criteria, you can complete the course online. If you have any additional outstanding re-licensing requirements (i.e. alcohol interlock) those requirements must also be met before you can be issued with a driver licence. Your test results are valid for 12 months.

When you enrol for the LPTO you'll be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility. If you’re eligible, you’ll be granted access to the test. Note: If you're currently disqualified from driving or obtaining a licence in Victoria and the disqualification period is more than 12 months, you won't be eligible to complete the test. 

Visit Getting your licence back for more information.

What set up do I need to take the Learner Permit Test Online?

To take the Learner Permit Test Online you’ll need a myVicRoads account, internet connection and a computer or compatible device. 

If you don’t have access to a compatible device, you can take the Learner Permit Test In-person. 

If I lose internet connection or my screen freezes when completing the course or assessment, will I have to start all over again?

If internet connection is lost or your screen freezes, when you’re completing one of the topics or sub-topics in the course, you’ll need to start that section again. Your progress is only saved when you complete the learning in each section. If this happens when completing the assessment, you’ll need to start the final assessment again. This needs to be attempted in one sitting so please make sure you have enough time to complete it.

I've completed the course. Why can't I access the final assessment? 

Make sure you've completed all three sections (Your Driving Attitude, Signs and Rules and Sharing the Road with others) and that you have earned the key for each section. You need to successfully complete the Challenge for each section to earn the key.

Alternatively, if you attempted the final assessment and were unsuccessful, you'll be locked out for 6 hours. The time and date you can access the assessment is displayed at the bottom of the home page.

Can I stop the course and continue later?

Yes. If you want to stop mid-way through the course, your progress will be saved but only when you’re completing the learning content. You can also continue learning on a different device if you login with your details. When completing quizzes, we recommend you complete this before attempting to leave the course. Your progress may be lost if you leave part way through. The final assessment must be completed in one sitting.

Is there a way I can print out or download the course?

No, you won’t be able to print out or download a version of the course.

Who can I contact if I have technical issues with the Learner Permit Test Online?

If you're having trouble launching the course, first check that you have pop-ups enabled as the course will open in a new tab.

If you encounter any technical issues when taking the online course you can contact 1300 370 734 or email [email protected]