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In Western Australia, a learner's permit is valid for 3 years. If your learner's permit has expired, you will need to reapply for a new one. You can do this by visiting a Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) centre, a regional DoT office or agent, or an Australia Post PhotoPoint location. You will need to provide original copies of primary and secondary proof of identity, at least one of which must include your signature. If your permit expired more than 12 months ago, you will need to pass the learner's theory test again. If you have a DoTDirect account, you can apply and pay for a replacement learner's permit online.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Renewal of a learner's permit in Western Australia | Not possible; need to apply for a new permit |
| Replacement of a learner's permit in Western Australia | Possible online via DoTDirect with a DoTDirect account or in person at a Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) centre, regional DoT office or agent |
| Requirements for replacement | Completed application form, primary and secondary proof of identity, police incident report number (if stolen) |
| Time limit for replacement | Cannot replace online if changed address in last 7 days or ordered a replacement in the last 12 months |
| Renewal of a motorbike learner's permit | No further testing if expired less than 12 months ago; must pass a learner's theory test if expired more than 12 months ago |
| Renewal fee | None |
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What You'll Learn
- Learners cannot renew their permits, they must reapply
- You can apply for a replacement permit online or in person
- You must visit a Driver and Vehicle Services centre to replace your permit
- You must provide proof of identity when applying for a replacement permit
- You must resit the theory test if your permit expired over a year ago
Learners cannot renew their permits, they must reapply
In Western Australia, learner drivers cannot renew their permits. If a learner's permit expires, the holder must reapply for a new one. This means that the process of obtaining a learner's permit must be started from scratch.
To obtain a learner's permit in Western Australia, you must visit a Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) centre, a Department of Transport (DoT) regional agent, or a regional DoT office or agent. You will need to submit a completed driver's licence application form, and provide original copies of primary and secondary proof of identity. At least one of these documents must include your signature. If you have changed your name, you will need to provide original documents that prove this, such as a marriage certificate.
If you have lost your DoT-issued learner log book, you must apply for a replacement in person at a DVS centre or DoT agent. You will need to present one form of primary and one form of secondary identification (one of these must contain your signature). You will also need to complete the 'Application for replacement/certified copy of driver's licence, learner's permit or learner log book' (Form DL26).
If your learner's permit has been stolen, you will need to obtain a police incident report number by calling 131 444. If your address has changed within the last 7 days, or you have ordered a replacement learner's permit in the last 12 months, you will not be able to apply for a replacement online.
If your permit has been expired for more than 12 months, you will need to pass the learner's theory test again before being reissued with a new permit.
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You can apply for a replacement permit online or in person
If your learner's permit has expired, you will need to reapply for a new one to continue learning how to drive. Learner's permits cannot be renewed. You can apply for a replacement permit online or in person.
Applying for a Replacement Permit Online
To apply for a replacement permit online, you must have a DoTDirect account. If you don't have an account, you can register for one. However, you won't be able to apply online if you have changed your address within the last 7 days or ordered a replacement permit in the last 12 months.
Applying for a Replacement Permit in Person
You can apply for a replacement permit in person at a Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) centre, regional DoT office or agent, or Australia Post PhotoPoint location. You will need to provide original copies of primary and secondary proof of identity, one of which must include your signature. If your permit was stolen, you will need to obtain a police incident report number by calling 131 444.
Other Renewal Requirements
In addition to obtaining a replacement permit, you may need to resit the theory test if you haven't done so in the past five years. There is no fee for resitting the test, and you only need to bring your expired permit, although it may be helpful to bring other relevant documents. Once your application has been processed, you will receive your new permit in the mail.
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You must visit a Driver and Vehicle Services centre to replace your permit
To renew your learner's permit in Western Australia, you must visit a Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) centre or a Department of Transport (DoT) regional agent. You will need to submit a completed driver's licence application form. If your permit has expired, you will need to reapply to continue learning to drive.
If you have lost your permit, you can apply for a replacement online using DoTDirect if you have an account. Otherwise, you will need to register for an account or visit a DVS centre or DoT agent in person. You will need to provide certified copies of your primary and secondary proof of identity, one of which must include your signature. If your licence has been stolen, you will need to obtain a police incident report number by calling 131 444.
When your application has been processed, your replacement permit will be sent to you via post. You will need to provide your renewal notice. If your licence has expired, you are not permitted to drive until you have received your new permit. If your licence has been expired for more than five years, you will need to reapply entirely, and you may need to resit your theory test.
Note that you will not be able to apply for a replacement permit online if you have changed your address within the last seven days or ordered a replacement within the last 12 months.
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You must provide proof of identity when applying for a replacement permit
Learner's permits in Western Australia are valid for three years. If your permit expires, you will need to reapply for a new one. You can apply for a replacement learner's permit online using DoTDirect if you have an account. Otherwise, you can register for an account online. However, if you have changed your address within the last seven days, you will not be able to buy a replacement learner's permit online. In this case, you will need to visit a Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) centre, regional DoT office, or agent to replace your learner's permit.
When applying for a replacement permit, you must provide proof of identity. You will need to present one form of primary and one form of secondary identification. One piece of identification must contain your signature. You can download and complete Form DL26: Application for replacement/certified copy of a driver's licence, learner's permit, or learner log book.
The following can be used as primary and secondary forms of identification:
- Passport
- Driver's licence
- WA photo card
- Divorce certificate issued by an Australian Court
- Certificate of Achievement (DL20) issued by an authorised organisation
- Letter from your current employer showing your residential address, less than six months old
- Written correspondence less than 12 months old from a recognised education institution
- Letter from Driving Access and Equity Program organisations showing your residential address
- Completed Secondary Identification Statutory Declaration (E41) form (as Category B proof of identity)
Please note that you will need to provide original documents—laminated or photocopied documents, or photos of documents, will not be accepted.
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You must resit the theory test if your permit expired over a year ago
To renew your learner's permit in Western Australia, you will need to reapply as learner's permits cannot be renewed. If your permit has expired, you will need to start the application process again.
To book and pay for the theory test, visit a Driver and Vehicle Services Centre or regional agent. You will need identification and a completed driver's licence application form. If you fail the test, you cannot attempt it again on the same day. You will need to return on another day with the required documents and pay the fee to sit the test again.
After passing the theory test, you will need to pay the fees associated with your application and the learner's permit tests. You will also need to prove that you can see properly, so bring any visual aids you use, such as glasses or contact lenses. Once you have paid the necessary fees, you can move on to testing.
In addition to passing the theory test, you will need to demonstrate that you have an understanding of road rules, laws, and requirements for driving in WA. You can view the WA Driver's Handbook online or pick up a paper copy at your local Driver and Vehicle Services Centre.
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Frequently asked questions
Learner's permits in Western Australia are valid for 3 years. If your permit has expired, you will need to reapply for a new one. You can do this by visiting a Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) centre or a Department of Transport regional agent and submitting a completed driver's license application form. There is no fee for renewing your permit.
You will need to bring your expired learner's permit. It is also recommended that you bring any other relevant documents with you, although this is not required as the centre should have them on file.
If you have taken the theory test within the past 5 years, you will not need to retake it. If it has been more than 5 years since you took the test, you will need to retake it and pay the associated fee.
If your learner's permit has been expired for more than 12 months, you will need to pass the learner's theory test again and be reissued with a new permit.
