Driver Licensing

The Department of Planning and Infrastructure (DPI) provides motor vehicle licensing services throughout the Territory.

To operate a motor vehicle in any public place in the Northern Territory including driving in car parks and other private property where the public has access you will need to be licensed.

The Northern Territory Road Users’ Handbook is a comprehensive guide for the new driver, with important information in relation to obtaining a driver licence, the rules of the road, and basic driving skills. The handbook also explains the Australian Road Rules which are used in each State and Territory of Australia.