📣 Victorian Government Driving Test & Licence Fee Updates
📣 Victorian Government Driving Test & Licence Fee Updates
As part of the Motorist Benefits Package, the Victorian Government has introduced several cost-saving measures for new and safe drivers:
🆓 Free Learner and Hazard Perception Tests
From 15 August 2022, the following are free of charge for eligible applicants:
First attempt at the Learner Permit Test Online
First attempt at the Hazard Perception Test Online
Learner Permit card issue fees
Probationary Licence issue fees
👉 Find out if you're eligible and how to apply via the VicRoads website or by contacting your local VicRoads office.
✅ Safe Driver Discount – Coming Soon
Later in 2022, the Safe Driver Discount will be introduced:
A 25% discount on your next licence renewal
Available to drivers who have:
No demerit points
No road safety offences in the past 3 years
🚗 Fee Waivers for New Victorian Drivers – Effective 15 August 2022
🚗 Fee Waivers for New Victorian Drivers – Effective 15 August 2022
Under the Victorian Government’s Motorist Package, the following fees are now waived for all new drivers in Victoria (first attempt only):
✅ Learner Permit Test Online – course fee
✅ Hazard Perception Test Online – fee
✅ Learner Permit (car and motorcycle) – first issue fee
✅ Probationary Car Licence – first issue fee
📌 Please Note:
Fees for in-person testing appointments and the Drive Test still apply and are not included in this waiver.
For full details and eligibility, visit:
👉 VicRoads Motorist Package
📝 Learner Permit Test Online – What You Need to Know
📝 Learner Permit Test Online – What You Need to Know
To enrol in and take the Learner Permit Test Online, you must:
Be at least 15 years and 11 months old
Be a Victorian resident
Be medically fit to drive
Not be disqualified from obtaining a learner permit for more than 12 months from the date of enrolment
Have a myVicRoads account
💡 Free First Attempt – Even After In-Person Attempts
If you’ve previously failed the Learner Permit Test in-person, you are still eligible for a free first attempt if you enrol in the online version for the first time.
🌐 Language Availability
The online course is currently available in English only
If you require interpreter services, you can book an in-person test at a VicRoads Customer Service Centre
🎉 Free First-Issue Learner Permit
The first issue of a Victorian car and/or motorcycle learner permit is now free.
When you attend VicRoads to have your permit issued, you won’t need to pay the $26 permit fee.
For full details and to get started, visit:
👉 VicRoads – Learner Permit Test Online
🚦 Hazard Perception Test – Key Information for Victorian Drivers
🚦 Hazard Perception Test – Key Information for Victorian Drivers
The Hazard Perception Test is required for:
Novice drivers
Drivers converting to a probationary licence
Drivers converting to a full licence
✅ Test Requirements
The Hazard Perception Test must be completed before you can take the Drive Test.
To take the Hazard Perception Test Online, you must:
Hold a current Australian car learner permit
(or have completed the Learner Permit Test Online within the last 12 months)
Be at least 17 years and 11 months old
Have a myVicRoads account
💡 Free First Attempt Available
If you've previously failed the Hazard Perception Test in person, you are still eligible for a free first attempt when registering for the online version.
🌐 Language Options
The online test is available in English only
If you require interpreter services, you can book an in-person test at a VicRoads Customer Service Centre
🎉 Free Probationary Licence – Now Available
The first issue of a Victorian probationary licence is now free, saving you:
$113.90 for a 4-year P1 licence
$85.50 for a 3-year P2 licence
For full eligibility details and to get started, visit:
👉 VicRoads – Hazard Perception Test
🚗 Learner Permit Test Online – Car ✅ Fees Waived (Now FREE):
🚗 Learner Permit Test Online – Car ✅ Fees Waived (Now FREE):
Learner Permit Test Online: $25.40 → FREE
Learner Permit Issue Fee: $26.00 → FREE
💳 Fee Still Applicable (if relevant):
Appointment Fee for Overseas Licence Holders:
$19.60
For more details and to check your eligibility, visit:
👉 VicRoads – Learner Permit Information
Fees🏍️🚗 Learner Permit Test In-Person – Car & Motorcycle✅ Fees Waived (Now FREE):
Fees🏍️🚗 Learner Permit Test In-Person – Car & Motorcycle✅ Fees Waived (Now FREE):
Learner Permit First Issue Fee (Car/Motorcycle):
$26.00 → FREE
💳 Fees Still Applicable:
Appointment Fee: $19.60
Learner Permit Test In-Person (Car): $25.40
Motorcycle Learner Test Fee:
Varies – charged by individual training providers
📌 Note: Only the first issue fee is waived. All testing and appointment fees remain applicable.
For more details or to book your test, visit:
👉 VicRoads – Learner Permit Informationwaived:
Learner Permit first issue fee (car/motorcycle) - $26 (NOW FREE)
Fees Still Applicable:
Appointment fee – $19.60
• Learner Permit Test In-person test fee - $25.40
• Motorcycle learner test fee (individual training providers)
🏍️🚗 Probationary Licence – Car & Motorcycle✅ Fees Waived (Now FREE):
🏍️🚗 Probationary Licence – Car & Motorcycle✅ Fees Waived (Now FREE):
Hazard Perception Test Online: $19.40 → FREE
Probationary Licence First Issue Fee (Car/Motorcycle):
$85.50 – $113.90 → FREE
💳 Fees Still Applicable:
Appointment Fee: $19.60
In-Person Hazard Perception Test Fee: $19.40
Drive Test Fee: $47.10
Drive Test Appointment Fee: $19.60
📌 Note: Only the online Hazard Perception Test and first issue licence fees are waived. All other testing and appointment fees still apply.
For more details or to book your test, visit:
👉 VicRoads – Probationary Licence Information
