Need an overseas driving licence translated into English for use in Australia? 澳洲ABC翻译（ABC Translation） provides NAATI-certified driving licence translations online. Send clear images of both sides, tell us the issuing country, Australian state or territory, receiving institution and intended use, and we will confirm the price, turnaround and delivery format.
中文客户可查看海外驾照翻译服务目录. A translation explains the source licence in English. It does not replace the valid original licence, prove driving eligibility, guarantee rental or roadside acceptance, or approve an Australian licence conversion.
Choose by five licence facts
| Fact | What to tell us | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Document | Driving licence; send front and back | Classes, conditions, issue and expiry details may appear on different sides |
| Issuing place and source language | Country or jurisdiction and language | Identifies the correct language direction and licence format |
| Target language | Normally English for Australian use | The receiving institution may specify another requirement |
| Receiving institution and use | State transport authority, rental company, employer, insurer or roadside check; driving, renting, insurance or conversion | Different tasks can require different evidence or translation sources |
| Customer next step | Send images and name the state, institution and task | We can quote the correct service without assuming acceptance |
Price, turnaround and delivery by licence
| Issuing place | Standard document price | Delivery guidance |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | AUD $20 | Urgent 10–60 minute service may be available |
| Mainland China | AUD $20 | Urgent 10–60 minute service may be available |
| Hong Kong | AUD $30 | Urgent or same-day service may be available |
| Macau | AUD $30 | Urgent or same-day service may be available |
| Malaysia | AUD $46 | Urgent or same-day service may be available |
| Japan or another country | Contact us for a quote | We confirm translator availability and deadline first |
- Files: clear colour images of the front and back; send any separate conditions page.
- Turnaround: many standard licences can be completed the same day. Urgent availability and the written deadline are confirmed before payment.
- Delivery: PDF by email. Paper-copy availability, postage and any charge are confirmed with the quote.
- Original licence: you normally send images for translation, but the receiving institution may require you to carry or present the valid original.
- Corrections: check names, dates, licence numbers and classes before a paper copy is sent.
For a broader document price list, see the NAATI-certified translation prices and ordering guide.
Three common use scenarios
Driving as a visitor
Document: a current overseas driving licence. Translation: source language to English. Receiver/use: a police officer or other authority may need to understand the licence during lawful driving. Boundary: permission to drive depends on the state or territory, licence status, visa or residency circumstances and applicable time limits. Next step: check the relevant transport authority, then send both sides and name the state or territory.
Renting a vehicle
Document: overseas licence plus English translation where requested. Receiver/use: the rental company assesses driver eligibility and its booking conditions. Boundary: a NAATI-certified translation does not guarantee a booking, vehicle class or insurance cover. Next step: ask the rental company what it requires, then send us the licence and booking location.
Applying for an Australian licence
Document: overseas licence and any identity or driving-history evidence requested. Receiver/use: the state or territory licensing authority. Boundary: conversion eligibility, tests, deadlines and accepted translation sources vary. NSW conversion requirements can differ from ordinary driving use. Next step: check the authority’s current instructions before ordering and tell us the exact application.
Australia does not have one nationwide overseas-licence rule
Driving and licence conversion are controlled by state and territory authorities. Requirements can change according to where the licence was issued, whether the holder is visiting or residing in Australia, how long they have lived in the jurisdiction, and whether the task is ordinary driving or licence conversion.
Follow the current instructions from the relevant state or territory transport authority. For example, see the Queensland Government overseas driving guidance. The official authority—not the translation provider—decides driving eligibility, conversion requirements and accepted evidence.
Country-specific commercial pages
- Taiwan driving licence NAATI translation
- Mainland China driving licence NAATI translation
- English guide to Taiwan driving licence translation in Australia
- English guide to using a Chinese driving licence in Australia
Translation is not an IDP, certified copy or licence approval
A NAATI-certified translation, an International Driving Permit, a certified copy, Notary Public work and an Australian licence application are different. An IDP’s availability and use depend on the issuing country and the Australian jurisdiction. Translation does not turn an invalid, expired, suspended or otherwise unusable licence into a valid licence.
How to order
- Send clear colour images of the front and back of the licence.
- Tell us the issuing country, source language, Australian state or territory, receiving institution and actual use.
- We confirm price, turnaround, PDF delivery and any paper-copy option.
- After payment, we translate and send the PDF for checking.
- Use the original licence and translation in the format required by the receiving institution.
Request a driving licence translation quote from 澳洲ABC翻译（ABC Translation）. WeChat: au12312 · Phone: 0424 927 923 · Email: 2497005919@qq.com
Frequently asked questions
How much does a driving licence translation cost?
Standard Taiwan and mainland China licences are AUD $20; Hong Kong and Macau are AUD $30; Malaysia is AUD $46. Other formats and countries require a quote.
How quickly can it be completed?
Many standard licences can be completed the same day. Urgent 10–60 minute service may be available for eligible documents. The written quote confirms the deadline.
Do I need to post the original licence?
Clear colour images of both sides are normally sufficient for translation. A police officer, rental company or licensing authority may separately require the valid original.
Is a NAATI translation accepted everywhere in Australia?
No universal guarantee applies. The receiving institution and the relevant state or territory rules determine whether a translation is required, who may prepare it and what other evidence must be provided.
Can I rent a car with my original licence and translation?
The rental company decides. Ask it about licence language, minimum holding period, age, vehicle class, payment card and insurance conditions before booking.
Can the translation be used for licence conversion?
Sometimes, but conversion rules and accepted translation sources vary. Check the relevant licensing authority before ordering and tell us the exact conversion application.
Last updated: 20 July 2026.