If you have had a full/complete driver licence for two or more years from the below countries, you can apply and convert to a New Zealand licence without any test. Waka Kotahi NZTA Driver Licensing Helpline: 0800 822 422 If you have not received your driver licence from Waka Kotahi NZTA withing 20 working days, and have not been informed of a delay, please contact: If your licence is from another country, you will receive a temporary licence as soon as you pass the theory test. If your overseas licence is from the list of approved countries, you will be issued with a temporary licence that you can use to drive a car until you receive your real licence. Once you have been issued a New Zealand driver licence your overseas licence and International Driving Permit are no longer valid in New Zealand. You will be contacted if there is a delay in approving your application. Upon approval, Waka Kotahi NZTA will issue and send you a New Zealand driver licence. The approval may take up to 20 working days. Pass an eyesight screening check or provide a current eyesight/ medical certificateĪpplications for overseas licence conversions are processed at AA Licensing Agent counters and are approved by Waka Kotahi NZTA.Bring a medical certificate if applicable.Bring colour photocopies of your passport and driver licence.Bring your overseas passport as evidence of identity.You can get the form at the AA Licensing agent or print it, fill it in and bring it to the agent.ĭownload application for conversion of overseas licence A licence not in English will need translation by approved translator. If your license does not have an issue date, you may need to provide further evidence of your driving record. You can do this at an AA Licensing Agent that does Overseas Licence Conversions. You can apply to convert to a New Zealand licence if you have your licence with you and if it is valid or expired within the last 12 months. Your overseas licence with an International Driving Permit for travelling is valid for a maximum of 12 months in New Zealand. If you are in New Zealand for more than a year, or are driving for non-touring related purposes, you will need a New Zealand driver licence to drive a vehicle. Requirements for licences from other countries Why you need a New Zealand driver licence First check if your licence is from an approved country or not. Please read the below requirements and conditions for converting to a New Zealand licence. Overseas licence conversions can be done at selected AA Licensing Agents.įact sheets are also available in simplified Chinese and traditional Chinese. If you have a driver licence from another country, you can apply for a New Zealand driver licence.
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