Apply for a provisional rider licence (unserviced area)

Serviced and unserviced areas

Introduction

To upgrade to a provisional (P1) rider licence in an unserviced area you must first pass a kerbside rider skills test.

You can book a kerbside rider skills test by visiting a Service NSW Centre or calling 13 22 13.

After passing the test, apply in person at a service centre for your provisional rider licence.

When you visit the service centre, you can apply for a NSW Photo Card at the same time, and pay a reduced application fee for it.

Eligibility

To upgrade to a provisional rider licence in an unserviced area, you must:

• be aged 17 or older
• have held a learner rider licence for at least 3 months
• pass the kerbside rider skills test.

What you need

• the PDF form – 'Licence Application'
• your learner rider licence
• your contact lenses or glasses (if you wear them)
• a current concession card (if applicable)
• your payment

How to apply

1. Select the 'Download PDF form' button.
2. Complete the form and check the tick box to apply for a Photo Card (if applicable).
3. Gather the required documents.
4. Visit a service centre and lodge your application with your payment.

More information

• For rider licence applications, a receipt is provided which allows you to ride until the card arrives in the mail. The receipt is valid for 2 months.
• The NSW Photo Card is voluntary – you don't have to have one, but you may find it useful to prove your identity in situations not related to riding/driving.

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