Transfer an interstate driver's licence

If you have moved to South Australia and hold a licence in another state or territory, you must transfer to a South Australian licence within 3 months.

If you live in another state and you’re visiting South Australia for a period of less than 3 months, you can drive using a valid interstate licence.

How to apply

Take these items to a Service SA centre:

• your interstate driver's licence card. What to do if you cannot present your physical licence card
• a completed driver's licence application form (153.5 KB PDF)
• evidence of identity.

If you have a medical condition you may be required to complete a certificate of fitness.

A $20 fee will apply to transfer your driver's licence. You will also need to have your photo taken.

Your new licence will be of an equivalent class and have the same expiry date as your existing licence. You can extend the duration of your licence at the same time by paying the appropriate renewal fee instead of the transfer fee.

What happens next

After your licence has been transferred, you will be issued with a temporary licence. You can also download the mySAGOV app to add your digital licence to your phone.

You should receive your licence card in the post within 3 weeks.

If you don't receive the licence card within 3 weeks phone Service SA on 13 10 84. If you don't contact Service SA within 30 days you may need to pay a replacement fee.

Interstate learner's permit holders

Present your interstate learner's permit with the completed application form (153.5 KB PDF) and evidence of identity. Pay the fee and you will be issued a South Australian learner's permit.

If your learner's permit has expired by more than 12 months, you will need to pass a learner's test.

Do you have a vehicle you're bringing into SA?

Transfer or register an interstate vehicle