How do I get my P2 licence?

Provisional licences have two stages. A P1 licence is issued for 18 months. After a total of 12 months you can attempt the Hazard Perception Test (HPT). If successful, you can proceed to the P2 licence. A P2 licence is issued for 30 months and must be held for at least 24 months to progress to a full licence.

What is the Hazard Perception Test (HPT)?

The HPT is a touch-screen computer test which measures your ability to recognise and respond to potentially dangerous situations. Research has shown that a lack of these skills is a major factor in crashes, particularly those involving young drivers.

Resources are available to help you practise your hazard perception skills. A Hazard Perception Handbook is available from motor registries or on this website.

You can also practise your hazard perception skills online at this website, with a series of interactive tests which are similar to the HPT - use the related link.

What special rules must I follow?

P2 licence holders must:

• Have P plates (green P on a white background) displayed conspicuously at the front and rear exterior of the car when driving. The letter P on the plate must not be hidden. If towing a trailer, a P plate must be on the back of the trailer.
• Not exceed zero blood alcohol concentration (this means you cannot drink before driving). It is illegal to drive under the influence of drugs.
• Observe a maximum speed limit of 100 km/h.
• Not accumulate more than six demerit points.
• Not supervise a learner driver.
• Only carry the number of passengers that can be properly seated in seats and restrained by approved seat belts or child restraints.
• Only drive vehicles that have a seat belt fitted to the driver's position and you must wear the seat belt.
• Not drive certain prohibited vehicles.

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements is an offence and carries heavy penalties, including loss of licence.

During the term of a P2 licence you are able to upgrade to a LR, MR and HR class of licence - see 'Heavy vehicles' for more information.

How do I progress to a full licence?

You may progress to a full licence after holding the P2 licence for a total of 24 months and by passing the Driver Qualification Test (DQT). See Full Licence for more information.

Organ donation

Successful organ and tissue donation has given life and health to many people in our community. Organ transplants are only possible when people generously decide that in the event of their death they would like to donate their organs to help others. You can record your intention to become an organ donor on your driver licence.

Use the Organ donation related link (above right) to find out more.