Visit or move to WA

If you are visiting WA, you can drive on your interstate or overseas licence if it is current and valid.

You are considered to be a visitor to WA if you are:

If you are moving to WA to live from overseas or interstate, you can use your current licence from your home country or state for up to 3 months.

After 3 months, you must apply to transfer your licence to a WA driver’s licence.

If you plan to visit a Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) centre, regional DoT office or agent, it's important to check the proof of identity requirements beforehand. Our identity requirements differ from those of other agencies, which may lead to delays if you're not prepared.

Find out the driver’s licence requirements when moving to WA from another Australian state or territory.

Find out how to apply to transfer your overseas licence to a Western Australian driver's licence.

You can drive in any part of Australia on your Western Australian driver licence.

If you plan on driving overseas you may need an international driver permit (IDP) and your WA licence.

Find out about using your overseas or interstate driver's licence while visiting Western Australia.

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