Northern Territory - Obtain a Learners Driver Licence

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Procedure

1. Applicants will need to obtain a copy of Northern Territory Road Users Handbook (you will need to study this before attempting the Theory Test).
2. Submit a completed form L1 - Application for a NT Driver/Rider Licence.
3. Provide Evidence of Identity and Residency.
4. Pay the fee.
5. Pass an entry level theory test based on NT Road Laws.
6. Pass an eyesight test.

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Required Documents

• A completed L1 - Application for a Northern Territory Driver/Rider Licence form
• Evidence of Identity and Residency

Office Locations & Contacts

Department of Transport
GPO Box 530, DARWIN NT 0801
Phone: 1300 654 628
Fax: (08) 8999 3103
Email: [email protected]
Department of Transport Website

Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) Customer Service Centre

MVR has Customer Service Centres throughout the Northern Territory.
For those living in a remote locality, or outstation you may go to your nearest Police Station.
MVR Locations

General enquires and Payment by phone: 1300 654 628 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
Note: To speak to a call centre operator call between 8.00AM - 4.00PM Monday to Friday.

Eligibility

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Fees

• Theory Test *: $ 20.00
• Motorcycle Operator Skills Test (MOST or Balance Test) *: $ 20.00
• Practical Driving Test conducted in respect of licence application *: $ 86.90
• Learner licence - 2 years: $ 22.00

Note*: Inclusive of GST

Other License Fees

Validity

Learner licence : 2 years

Documents to Use

L1 - Application for a Northern Territory Driver/Rider Licence form

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Need for the Document

A driver's license is a legal document issued by the state. It expresses a persons capability to operate a motorized vehicle, such as a motorcycle, car, truck or a bus, on a public roadway. Laws relating to the issuance of licenses vary between jurisdictions.

For new drivers and riders the first licence needed is a Learner's Licence.

Following are procedures on how you can obtain a learner's licence.

Information which might help

For more information:

• L1 - How to Obtain a Class "C" or Class "R" Learner Licence
• G8 - Evidence of Identity and Evidence of Residency for Individuals

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External Links

• Northern Territory Government, Department of Transport:

http://www.transport.nt.gov.au/mvr/licensing/faqs/learners-permit

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