Apply for a learner rider licence (undeclared area)

If you live in an undeclared area you need to visit a Service NSW Centre in order to be issued with your learner rider licence.

At the service centre, you'll be asked to complete a rider knowledge test and an eyesight test. The knowledge test can be booked online.

You can apply for a NSW Photo Card at the same time if you wish, and take advantage of paying a reduced application fee for it.

To apply for a learner rider licence in an undeclared area, you must:

• be aged 16 years and 9 months, or over
• pass the rider knowledge test.

• the PDF form – 'Licence Application'
• your NSW Photo Card (if you have one), or:
  • proof of identity documents
  • your proof of signature.

• your contact lenses or glasses (if you wear them)

• a completed medical report (if applicable)

• a current concession card (if applicable)

• your payment.

1. Download and complete the Licence Application – PDF.
2. Check the tick box to apply for a NSW Photo Card (if applicable).
3. Make sure you have all your documentation and any additional items (if applicable).
4. Visit a service centre to sit the rider knowledge test and lodge your application.

• All learner riders in NSW are encouraged to complete pre-learner rider training courses.
• You can practise for the rider knowledge test online.
• A learner rider licence is valid for 12 months.
• For rider licence applications a receipt is provided which allows people to  ride until the card arrives in the mail. The receipt is valid for 30 days.
• When you apply for a licence card or NSW Photo Card at a service centre, it will be posted to you at no extra cost, generally within 5 working days.
• If you haven’t received your card through the mail within 10 days, call us on 13 77 88.
• 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.