What is a multi-combination licence?

A multi-combination (MC) licence is required to drive any B-double or road train.

Compulsory requirements for an MC licence

There are some compulsory requirements that must be met before obtaining an MC licence.  You must have held a heavy rigid (HR) or heavy  combination (HC) licence for a period totalling at least one year. You also need to undertake a compulsory training  and assessment course. The course must be approved  by the RTA and conducted by training providers accredited  by the RTA.

Applying for an MC licence

To apply for an MC licence, go to an RTA motor registry and:

• Provide a current photo licence or other proof of identity that meets RTA requirements.
• Complete a licence application form.
• Provide a completed medical report.
• Show that you meet MC licence compulsory requirements.
• Pass an MC licence knowledge test.
• Pass an eyesight test.

After this, your licence application form will be returned to you. Then:

• Make sure your form has been stamped with a registry stamp, and reads “approved to attend multi-combination driver training and assessment course.”
• Take this form to an accredited training and assessment course provider. A list of accredited providers is available to view or download from the box at the bottom of this page.
• Complete a compulsory MC driver training and assessment course, and obtain a certificate of competency.

Then go to an RTA motor registry and:

• Present your licence application form together with the certificate of competency.
• Provide a current photo licence or other proof of identity which meets RTA requirements.
• Complete the licence process.

For further enquiries phone 13 22 13 (8.30am - 5pm Mon-Fri and 8.30am - noon Sat).