How do I find my driver’s licence and card number?

Have you been asked to provide your driver’s licence or card number for identification purposes? Here’s how to find it.

What is my driver’s licence number?

Your Australian driver’s licence number is a 10 to 11-digit unique number. A licence is required across Australia before you are permitted to drive a motor vehicle on the road.

Every state and territory government has its own licensing scheme, so the rules around issuing driver’s licences vary by jurisdiction.

That being said, licenses are generally recognised and are valid between other states and territories.

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How is an Australian driver’s licence used for ID?

An Australian driver’s licence has become the de facto photo ID that’s used in everyday situations. This is because Australia does not have a national identity card.

Today, licences and photo cards are hologrammed and contain a photograph, signature, the holder’s address, date of birth and a licence number.

Whether you’re setting up your Renter Resume on Rent.com.au or looking to verify your identity, you may use your licence as one of your Australian ID documents. Your passport, birth certificate and Medicare card are other common forms of identification.

Not sure where to find the details on your ID? Here’s what you need to know and where to go for help.

Where can I find my driver’s licence number and card number?

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What are the licensing authorities in Australia?

Jurisdiction	Licensing Authority
New South Wales	Transport for NSW
Victoria	VicRoads
Queensland	Department of Transport and Main Roads
Western Australia	Department of Transport
South Australia	Department for Infrastructure and Transport
Tasmania	Department for State Growth
Northern Territory	Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics
Australian Capital Territory	Access Canberra

What is a driver’s licence card number?

Your driver’s licence card number is a unique identifier updated each time your licence is re-issued.

Your card number is different to your licence number. Your licence number identifies you as an individual, while your card number is used to verify this is your latest card. Until recently, your card number was never used for verification, and will now be used, based on each state’s timeline.

Where is my card number located?

All active and not expired cards for all states have a card number printed. The location of your card number field differs between jurisdictions, and for NT driver’s licences, it can vary depending on the issuing date. Check out the dropdowns above if you need help locating your card number.

NSW digital licences already include the card number. SA is in the process of adding a card number to the SA digital licence. QLD is also in the process of rolling out a digital licence that will include the card number.