How to Get Your
Learner’s Licence

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Getting your learner’s (L) licence is the first step toward becoming a confident and responsible driver. Whether you’re eager to hit the road or just starting to explore the process, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know—from booking your Driver’s Knowledge Test (DKT) to making the most of your logbook hours. Follow these steps to ensure you’re fully prepared and ready to start driving.

Requirements for getting your
learners licence

  • Be at least 16 years old
  • Prove your identity with 2 documents such as your birth certificate and your medicare card.
  • Book your Driver’s Knowledge Test (DKT) online or call the RMS 13 22 13
  • Fill out the Licence Application Form
  • Pass the Driver’s Knowledge Test (DKT)
  • Pass an eyesight test
  • Pay fees for your Learner’s licence and test

How to prepare for the
Drivers Knowledge Test (DKT)?

Learn more about the Drivers Knowledge Test (DKT)

After passing the test

Achieve more logbook hours in less time with professional driving lessons. For your first 10 lessons, every 1-hour session counts as 3 logbook hours—giving you up to 30 bonus hours.*

Once you’ve logged 50 actual driving hours, you can complete the Safer Drivers Course to earn an extra 20 bonus hours in your logbook.*

*Only available in NSW.

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What’s it like
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We value the driving experience of our students. Here’s what they have to say.

"LTrent has been the absolute best. Really encouraging and super helpful, I feel like my driving has improved drastically in a reality short amount of time!"

Nicky, 18

Pymble, NSW

"LTrent Driving School gave me the confidence to feel comfortable on Sydney roads"

Janine

Cronulla, NSW

"My LTrent Driving Instructor was amazing and made the entire experience fun and stress free"

Sonali

Erina, NSW

"After just a few lessons I passed the test first go with a 100% score!"

Ciara, 17

Manly, NSW

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