Getting a driver licence endorsement

Resources

• Our occupational driving factsheets (listed below) explain when you need an endorsement, and how you can get one.
• Read information in this section on Renewing endorsements.
• Read FAQs about renewing endorsements (in the 'Driver licence renewal' section).

Factsheets

• P endorsement for carrying passengers: People who hold a passenger endorsement usually drive buses, shuttles or taxis, but some other drivers need a P endorsement too.
• V endorsement for vehicle recovery services: Defines 'vehicle recovery service', explains how you can get a V endorsement and lists the fees.
• D endorsement for carrying dangerous goods: Explains who needs a D endorsement and how to get one.
• F endorsement for driving forklifts: If you drive a forklift on the road you must have an F endorsement. Outlines driver licence requirements and how to apply.
• R, T and W endorsements for special-type vehicles: If you drive a special-type vehicle that isn't a forklift on the road, you must have an R, T or W endorsement on your driver licence.
  • The R endorsement is for vehicles that run on rollers.
  • The T endorsement is for vehicles that run on self-laying tracks.
  • The W endorsement is for wheeled vehicles that aren't forklifts, passenger vehicles, tractors, fire engines, trade vehicles or vehicle recovery service vehicles.
• I endorsement: How to become a driving instructor: If you teach people how to drive on a road and are paid or rewarded for it, you must have an I endorsement. How to get one, fees, Q&As.
• O endorsement: How to become a testing officer: You need an O endorsement if you conduct tests of practical driving skill and work for an approved testing agent. Requirements, application process, fees.
• Renewing driver licence endorsements - Overview of the renewal process, requirements for different types of endorsement and multiple endorsement holders, fees.
• Driver licensing courses - Information on courses for driver licence endorsements (and driver licence classes).

Last updated: 30 September 2005