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In Victoria, you must be at least 16 years old to apply for a learner permit and begin supervised driving lessons.

• 16 years → Eligible to sit the learner permit test and start lessons with an instructor.

• 18 years → Minimum age to apply for a probationary (P) licence after holding a learner permit and meeting logbook requirements.

• 21 years and older → If you pass your driving test at 21 or over, you can go directly to a Green P licence, skipping the Red P stage.

Driving schools, including Yarra City Driving School, require learners to hold a valid learner permit before starting lessons.

The minimum age varies by state and territory:

• Victoria (VIC) 16 years old → eligible for a learner permit and driving lessons.

• New South Wales (NSW)

  16 years old → eligible for a learner licence (L plates).

• Queensland (QLD) 16 years old → eligible for a learner licence.

• South Australia (SA) 16 years old → minimum age for a learner’s permit.

A: There are a few important factors to keep in mind:

• Disability-related needs Funding is based on how your disability affects your ability to learn to drive, so this must be clearly documented.

• Specialised instructors Lessons must be delivered by instructors experienced in supporting people with disability.

• Cost The NDIS will fund a specific number of hours at the rate listed in the approved quote.

• Vehicle modifications If required, the NDIS may also fund adaptive equipment or vehicle modifications to support safe driving.

To use your NDIS funding for driving lessons, follow these steps:

• Include it in your NDIS Plan Add “learning to drive” as a goal, linking it to your independence and daily living.

• Get an OT assessment A driver-trained occupational therapist will assess your skills, recommend modifications, and confirm if you’re fit to drive.

• Obtain a quote The OT works with an NDIS-approved driving instructor to prepare a detailed quote for lessons and supports.

• Seek NDIS approval The OT report and quote are submitted to the NDIA for approval. If approved, funding is added to your plan.

• Start NDIS driving lessons Begin lessons with the NDIS instructor, making sure they align with the number of sessions approved in your plan.

Overseas licence holders may need to convert their licence to a Victorian one, depending on their country of origin. This usually involves a knowledge test, hazard perception test, and driving test. We offer tailored training to help overseas drivers meet local road rules and prepare for conversion tests.