Australia uk driving license

Also, since manuals are more common in the UK than automatic vehicles, make sure you request an automatic car if that is your preference. Keep in mind that different rental car providers will have different fleets and availabilities. Generally speaking, the speed limit for cars in residential and built-up areas of towns and cities is 30mph. For single-lane carriageways, the speed limit is usually 60mph, while dual-lane carriageways and motorways are typically 70mph.

Many roads throughout the UK are equipped with speed cameras, so make sure to check the speed limit signs and keep with the flow of traffic.

Roundabouts are common in the UK. When entering a roundabout, you must give way to traffic approaching on your right—unless otherwise directed. Once on the roundabout, you should not stop to allow other cars in as this can disrupt the flow of traffic. Stay alert, though, because some drivers may not indicate correctly. Pedestrian crossings are usually marked by black and white stripes on the road, akin to the stripes of a zebra.

Ensure you have a roadworthy vehicle fitted with GPS and two spare tyres. Take good maps and extra food, water and fuel. Plan your route carefully and seek local advice before you set out. Check road conditions before beginning your journey; stay with your vehicle if it breaks down; and avoid travelling in extreme heat conditions. Sudden storms and strong winds can make driving difficult. Northern Territory Police have in the past warned tourists to stay off unsealed tracks in remote areas of Central Australia following reports of stranded motorists.

Avoid driving at night and be aware of beach hazards like ditches created by the surf. Carry a well-stocked first-aid kit and personal medication as there is no pharmacy on the island. The mobile phone network generally works well in cities and large towns but coverage elsewhere can be very limited or non-existent.

You can use your UK mobile phone in Australia if global roaming has been activated, but making and receiving calls can be expensive. Many visitors prefer to buy an Australian SIM card on arrival. Australian SIM cards are available at some Australian airports, and at convenience stores and supermarkets.

Calls to standard fixed line numbers and Australian mobile numbers are free from Telstra public payphones. Visit the Telestra website for more information, including how to find your nearest Telstra public payphone. Keep up to date with local and international developments and avoid any demonstrations or large gatherings of people.

Book your coronavirus vaccination and booster dose on the NHS website. To help us improve GOV. It will take only 2 minutes to fill in. Cookies on GOV. UK We use some essential cookies to make this website work. Accept additional cookies Reject additional cookies View cookies. However, learners licences or L categories are not accepted for driving in GB or for exchange. I still have my UK license and am moving back to the UK next year.

I am Australian with a full Australian license. Can I still drive for 12 months with this license or do i need to apply for a GB license? You can exchange for up to 5 years since becoming resident and only if your Australian licence is valid.

I am permanent resident UK on working visa. Or is it a simple exchange like UK. Hi Heather. I would ask someone in the know over there. I was planning on just getting my full license when I go back to Australia beginning of feb and then completing the transfer when I come back to the uk in April.

I technically came to the England in September , got my first job and started renting in November does this mean that I needed to do the license transfer in September? So yes, you can drive here for 12 months or exchange it for a GB licence within 5 years. However, you have 5 years to exchange a licence from the date you became resident, therefore I would suggest this would be 5 years from the days and became resident that you arrived in the UK.

I am a British and Australian citizen. Moving over to the UK for the first time later this year to live. I have my full car and motorbike license.

If I want to get a UK license do I need to sit tests or not? Hello Fred, You will not need to take any tests. You can use your Australian licence for 12 months or exchange it for a GB licence upon arrival.

You will be able to get insurance with your Australian licence, but it will be easier and probably cheaper if you exchange it for a GB licence. I spend a fair bit of time back in Australia so have always renewed my Aussie license and driven on that in the UK. Would I need to take a test and get my provisional license?

If the DVLA have any questions regarding your residency, they will ask you. HI I have my full driving licence in Australia including unrestricted Heavy rigid truck licence, i recently got my learners for motorbikes would i be able to ride under australian Learner restrictions in the UK?.

Or is there some other loop hole I can take advantage of to exchange my Australian licence for a UK licence? Hi Michael, As you are a UK citizen, you can exchange your Australian driving licence before it expires. You do not have to wait days. As long as you have the appropriate leave to remain in GB for days or more, you can apply straight away for a driving licence. And If I apply for exchange license , is my Australian driving licence valid at the same time?

What do I need to do when I return to Australia? You can however continue to drive on your full Australian licence for 12 months from becoming resident , so in your case it may not be worth exchanging it. As you said, do I have to give my Australian driving license to GB and not get back? So I have to exchange it when I go back to Australia with extra payment. You can drive in the UK on your Australian licence for 12 months from when you became resident.

Hi, I have an Australian P2 license, I will be going to London for AU Pair for 12 months and was wondering what you would recommend for me license wise? If you passed your driving test in Australia, you can drive all the vehicles shown on your driving licence for up to 12 months from when you became resident in GB as long as the driving licence remains valid.

If you think you may need to drive for over 12 months you will need to exchange your driving licence for a GB driving licence. Can I still use my Australian driving license?

Hello Crescens, The days is just an approximation and the DVLA do not give any clarification of what determines residency. For the sake of avoiding any potential conflict, I would recommend exchanging your licence.

My Husband is Australian and is planning on exchanging his licence to the UK one. When he receives his new licence, will the issue date take into account how long he was driving in Aus for? While in Australia I got an Australian license. I have a full Australian drivers licence and have been in the UK for less than 12 months, however I misplaced the actual licence card and am waiting for a replacement to be posted to me from Australia.

What are the laws around driving without the physical licence as in Australia they are very strict and can be fined even if you just left it at home.

I am currently living in London and have been since March on a Tier 5 youth Mobility Visa for 2 years, and have a Residence Permit card. Can I get a permit instead of exchanging my Aus licence to a UK one as I am returning back to Aus in March and my Aus license is valid for a few years, therefore do not want to have to pay for a new one again. No, you will need to exchange your licence.

Do i have to do driving test again or can i just exchange it. Hi there, so 12 months from becoming a resident [which according to DVLA takes days to become please advise if not correct? Hi there. I want to exchange my Australian P1 licence road a full uk licence as I am going back there to live. I am uk resident. Is it possible to exchange my Australian p1 to full uk? Hi I am a British citizen with an Australian licence.

I plan to move back to the UK soon, do I have to wait the days before I can swap the licence? Thanks in advance. Many thanks. Hi Farnoush, You can drive for up to 12 months from when you become resident usually from days. A few years ago I exchanged my Australian drivers license for a uk license.

Im just wondering what happens to that Australian license, do they keep records of it so i can change back later? I have been in the UK for a year just. I do not plan to become a resident but am on a work visa for another 2 years. I have a full automatic licence from Australia, however it was stolen. Australia hold their licence on an application now which I have access to, am I able to use this for an exchange or must I start all over again? Hello Liz, If your licence has been stolen, you will need to provide a certificate of entitlement from the Australian issuing authority.

Can I apply for a UK license? Transferring to a Queensland licence You will need to apply for a Queensland driver licence if you:. If you want to continue driving in Victoria after this time you must get a Victorian driver licence.

If your overseas driver licence has expired, you will still be able to take the drive test as you are exempt from holding a learner permit for the test. On 1 September Western Australia adopted a new experienced driver recognised country category. If your driver licence was issued by an experienced driver recognised country and you are 25 years of age or older, WA will recognise your overseas driving experience UK is recognised, but an Isle of Man licence issued before 1 November is not.

This only applies to vehicle classes C and R if held. Licence holders must pass a theory test and practical driving assessment for any other class of vehicle you wish to drive. Find out how to apply for Western Australia drivers licence if you are a permanent resident.

Licence holders 25 years of age or older are exempt from testing If the licence holder has held a licence for less than the minimum Provisional licence period they are issued the equivalent P1 or P2 licence for the time they have been licensed Licence holders under 25 years of age will need to take the knowledge test and practical driving assessment.

If you cannot produce your overseas licence a letter is required from the licensing authority in the country of issue or the appropriate consul or diplomatic mission. Find out how to exchange your Australian driving licence for a British licence. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.