CYCLONE GABRIELLE UPDATES: View our traffic map for the latest available information on road closures and delays.(external link)
SCAM ALERTS: Report a phishing scam or learn about the latest phishing emails
TRAFFIC UPDATES: Several roads have been impacted by recent weather events. We’ll provide updates on our Journey Planner website as information becomes available. View our traffic map for road closures and delays(external link)
SCAM ALERTS: Report a phishing scam or learn about the latest phishing emails
CONTACT CENTRE WAIT TIMES: Our Contact Centre is currently experiencing significant wait times. View frequently asked questions
ONLINE TRANSACTIONS: We are experiencing issues with credit and debit card transactions on our website. We are working with the payment provider to resolve this as soon as we can.
CONTACT CENTRE WAIT TIMES: Our Contact Centre is currently experiencing significant wait times. View frequently asked questions
REGO AND RUC LABEL ERROR: There was a postage error with labels purchased on the 15 August 2022. Find out more
ROAD USER CHARGES (RUC) DISCOUNT: Find out more about the temporary RUC reduction scheme
ONLINE SERVICES: We are currently experiencing issues with all our online services at the moment. We are working to resolve the services as soon as possible. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
COVID-19 SERVICES UPDATE: Information on Waka Kotahi services, extensions and more
ONLINE SERVICES: We currently have an issue with receiving some payments and are working to resolve this issue as quickly as possible. We apologise for any inconvenience.
EASTER WEEKEND – PLAN AHEAD: Heading away for the long weekend? Check our holiday journeys tool(external link)
SCAM ALERTS: Refund email and Vehicle licence (rego) renewal phishing emails
CONTACT CENTRE PHONE LINES: Our Contact Centre phone lines are currently unavailable. View frequently asked questions
This section sets out the steps involved in getting your driver licence and endorsements, and explains the conditions that may apply.
If you want to drive taxis, you'll need to get a passenger endorsement on your driver licence first.
Information to help you prepare for your test, and things you need to do on the day of your test.
The road code is a user-friendly guide to New Zealand's traffic law and safe driving practices. In this section you will find official online rode code versions for car drivers, motorcyclists, heavy vehicle drivers and cyclists. Print versions are available at stationery stores and AA shops.
You have to confirm that you are medically fit each time you apply for, renew or replace your driver licence.
This page explains the information printed on a photo driver licence card, and the different types of driver licence that are available.
Sometimes you may need to provide confirmation of your licence details or driving history (for example when hiring a motor vehicle or converting to an overseas licence).
There is a wide range of resources available to you if you’re learning to drive, or you want to help someone learn.
You can choose to have DONOR printed on your licence if you want to be an organ donor. This page gives you important information you need to know before making that decision.
Read our frequently asked questions about driver licensing, converting your overseas driver licence, changing the address for your driver licence and more.
