How To Obtain a Drivers License In Christmas Island
A Permit for a Learner
- Before you are able to apply for a provisional license, you first need to acquire a learners’ permit. You can obtain the permit to drive at the age of 16.
- It is possible to submit your application to get a permit for learners in the Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) in the Shire during office hours. The applicants must provide the primary as well as secondary evidence of identity (original papers or copies certified by a lawyer only) while applying to obtain the permit. A written consent form that is signed by your legal guardian, parent or guardian is required if you are younger than 18 at the time of applying.
- If you are applying for a learner’s permit and are granted a permit, you’ll be charged the amount necessary to complete a practical driving test. All fees have to be paid at time of applying. You cannot receive a refund in the event that your application is rejected.
Tests an applicant must pass to be eligible for the learner’s license:
- The test is a Computerised Theory Test: This test is comprised of 30 multiple choice questions about the road rules and safe driving practices. It is possible to practice for your test by reading the Drive Safe Handbook which can be downloaded at the MVR and also taking the test. Practice quiz.
- A Eyesight Test If you require any aids with vision to successfully pass the eyesight test and pass the test, your license will be approved to indicate that you are required to wear these aids when driving.
- A Medical Exam (if needed) If you are suffering from an illness that requires medical attention and/or medication, you need to mention this upon the application when applying for learners’ permits. The customer service agent will inform you if you’ll need an examination for medical reasons prior to obtaining an permit.
If applicants successfully pass the test will be issued their permit for learners and can begin learning to drive. Permit holders must adhere to the rules and regulations stipulated within the permit.
The Practical Driving Test
When you, along with your instructor believe you’ve had enough driving experience , you can make an appointment to undergo an actual driving test in the Police Station by calling 9164 844. If you fail the test, you’ll have pay a fee in order to take the test once more.
If you would like to change the time or date of your appointment, you must inform your local Police Station 48 hours before your scheduled appointment. Otherwise, you’ll lose the assessment and must pay for a second assessment.
When you are ready for your driving test:
- Arrive in the station no less than 10 minutes prior to your scheduled assessment time.
- You will need to drive towards your local Police Station with your tutor.
- You must bring your learners permit as well as the Log Book
Once you have passed the driving test You must then gain practice driving under the supervision of a professional. You’ll need go to MVR at the Shire. MVR located at the Shire where you will receive a the Phase II learners permit as well as an log book. You must record on your logbook at minimum 25 hours of driving experience in a variety of driving conditions. It is the minimum amount required and you should strive to complete the most hours supervising driving as you can.
Note:
Log books are legal documents. inaccurate or false information could the person who completed this form to be liable to be prosecuted.
Obtained a Provisional License
- After or on the 17th birthday, and after your log book is reviewed and verified to show that you’ve completed the minimum of 25 hours, you may test theHazard Perception Test (HPT) to obtain your provisional license. The test is computer-based and will evaluate your ability to react to traffic-related situations in a variety of ways and make safe decisions when driving. The test will cost you an amount prior to taking the HPT. After you have cleared the HPT the provisional license will be given to you.
- The provisional license allows drivers to drive with no supervision. In the coming two years, you must show P plates every time you drive.
Documents that are required Drivers License
To get a permit for a student:
The completed application form
- Primary and secondary evidence of identity (original document or copies certified by a notary public only)
- A consent form from a parent legal guardian for applicants who are younger than 18 years old
Office Locations and Contacts
Motor Vehicle RegistryGeorge Fam Centre
2 Murray Road
Christmas Island
Indian Ocean
Australia
Phone: (08) 9164 7768
Fax: (08) 9164 7778
Shire of Christmas Island Website
What Are All The Eligibility
The applicants can apply for the Learners Permit at the age of 16.
Different kinds of licenses that are granted in Christmas Islands:
- R-N (Moped) Class R-N license will allow you to ride on any moped.
- Minimum age requirement 16
- R-E (Motorcycle Restricted) The license allows the holder to ride any motor vehicle and any motorcycle that is not more than 250cc.
- Minimum age requirement 17
- R (Motorcycle) The license allows the holder to ride any motorbike and any motor-carrier.
- In order to obtain a class-R permit, the applicant must be been a holder of an R-E class (Motorcycle) license for at the very least one year.
- C (Car unrestricted) The license allows the owner to drive any vehicle with an Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) of 4.5 tonnes or less. any vehicle with the capacity to accommodate up to 12 adults (including drivers) as well as any moped.
- Minimum age requirement 17
- C-A (Car with Automatic Transmission) C-A (Car with Automatic Transmission) allows its holder to use any automobile that has an automatic transmission that has GVM of 4.5 tonnes or less. any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission capable of carrying up to 12 adults (including drivers) or every moped (automatic).
- Minimum age requirement 17
- The LR (Light Rigid Vehicle) : This license permits the holders the ability to use any automobile that has GVM greater than 4.5 tonnes, but not more than eight tonnes. This includes any vehicle that can carry more than 12 adults (including drivers) with a maximum of 8 tonnes as well as any vehicle that is included in class C (Car).
- To obtain an LR class licence, you must have had C (Car) license for at the very least one year.
- The MR (Medium Rigid Vehicle) : The license allows the holders the ability to operate any vehicle that has an engine that has a GVM of more than 8 tonnes, with two axles as well as any vehicle in the LR (Light Rigid) class. A class MR license will permit the towing of a single trailer (not semi-trailers) which does not exceed the GVM of 9 tons.
- To obtain a MR licence , you must be had C (Car) license for at minimum one year.
- HR (Heavy Rigid Vehicle) HR (Heavy Rigid Vehicle) permit the owner access to any automobile that has GVM of more than 8 tonnes and three or more axles and any vehicle that falls under the MR class. Class HR licenses permits you to tow only a single trailer (not semi-trailers) that is not more than 9 tons GVM.
- To obtain an HR class licence, you must hold an C (Car) licence for at least two years, or a LR or MR license for a minimum of one year.
- The HC (Heavy Combination Vehicle) The license allows the holders to drive any vehicle that has a GVM higher than 8 tonnes, and towing trailers (including semi-trailers) that exceeds 9 tonnes GVM. It is also possible to haul a converter-dolly trailer that is not loaded or any other motor vehicle that falls under the HR class.
- For an HC class licence, you must hold the C (Car) licence for at least 3 years. Also, you must have held an HR or MR licence for at minimum one year.
- “MC” (Multi-Combination Vehicle) The license allows the owner to drive any combination vehicle that tows one or more trailers with a GVM of more than 9 tonnes; and any motor vehicle that falls under the HC class.
- For an MC class license, you must hold C (Car) licence for at least three consecutive years and a HR license that is at least one year or a HC license for at the very least one year.
Fees
You can contact at the Motor Vehicle Registry for the most current fees for licensing: (08) 9164 7768.
Validity
The permit of a learner lasts for 12 months, and it can be renewed at no cost.
Documentation is needed
A driver’s license can be described as a legal license issued by the State. It demonstrates a person’s ability to drive a motorized vehicle that includes a motorbike or car, truck, or a bus on public roads. Laws regarding the issue of licenses differ in each jurisdiction.
External Links
- Christmas Island Motor Registry Webpage: