How to Get Your Western Australia Driver's Licence

A complete step-by-step guide to the Western Australia Graduated Licensing System — from L plates to full licence.

The Western Australia Graduated Licensing System

Australia uses a Graduated Licensing System (GLS) to give new drivers experience gradually and safely.

Step 1: Pass the Driver Knowledge Test (DKT)

Age 16+

Minimum age: 16 years

Pass the WA Driver Knowledge Test (30 questions, 80% pass mark = 24 correct) at a DoT WA service centre.

Be at least 16 years old
Pass DKT (80%+ = 24/30)
Pass eyesight test
Provide 100-point ID
Pay learner licence fee

Step 2: Learner Licence (L Plates)

Minimum 6 Months (under 25)

Minimum period: 6 months minimum

Hold your WA learner licence and complete a minimum of 50 hours supervised driving (5 hours at night) if under 25. Learners aged 25+ have no minimum hour requirement.

Display L plates
Supervised by fully licensed driver
Under 25: 50 hours (5 night)
Log hours in official WA logbook

Restrictions:

0.00% BAC
No phone use
Max 100 km/h
No towing

Step 3: Provisional P1 Licence

Minimum 6 Months

Minimum period: 6 months

After passing the on-road driving test, receive your P1 (red P plates) provisional licence and drive independently.

Completed 50 hours (under 25) or 6 months (25+)
Passed on-road driving test at DoT WA

Restrictions:

0.00% BAC
No phone
Max 100 km/h

Step 4: Provisional P2 Licence

Minimum 18 Months

Minimum period: 18 months

After 6 months on P1 with no major offences, progress to P2 (green P plates) for 18 months.

6 months on P1 with no major offences

Restrictions:

0.00% BAC
No phone
Max 100 km/h

Step 5: Full (Open) Licence

Age 17+ (unrestricted)

Minimum age: 17 (minimum depending on pathway)

After successfully completing all provisional stages, apply for your full WA driver licence — no more P plates!

18 months on P2
No disqualifications

Restrictions:

Standard 0.05% BAC

What to Bring to the DKT

You must provide identity documents totalling at least 100 points when applying for your learner licence at Department of Transport WA.

Primary Documents (70 points each)

Australian passport (current or expired <2 years)
Australian birth certificate
Foreign passport with valid visa (overseas visitors)
Australian citizenship certificate

Supporting Documents (25–40 points)

Medicare card
Bank or credit card
Utility bill with current address
Phone bill with your name and address
Government correspondence

Tips for Passing the DKT

Study the Official Handbook
Download the Department of Transport WA road rules handbook. Every DKT question is based on this content.
Learn All Road Signs
Use our Road Signs Guide — 30–40% of DKT questions involve road signs.
Practice Daily
Take our mini practice test every day for a week before your real test.
Full Simulation
When scoring 85%+ on mini tests, take a full practice test to simulate exam conditions.
Rest Well the Night Before
Don't cram the night before — a good night's sleep helps memory recall.

Approximate Costs

Fees vary and change over time. Always check the Department of Transport WA website for current fees.

Item	Approximate Cost	Notes
Driver Knowledge Test fee	~$30–$35	Payable at service centre. Retests also incur a fee.
Learner licence fee (1 year)	~$50–$70	Includes test fee in some states
Provisional (P1) licence fee	~$80–$120	After passing the driving test
Driving test booking fee	~$50–$65	For the practical on-road driving test
Professional driving lessons	$65–$100/hour	Recommended for learners — improves pass rate
AusDriving.com practice tests	FREE	Unlimited tests, no sign-up

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