Do I need a License for a Mobility Scooter?
No, you don't need a license to drive a mobility scooter in Australia.
However, there are some rules and regulations that you must follow.
Do I need to register my Mobility Scooter?
Registration requirements for mobility scooters in Australia:
Queensland:
Registration required but is FREE for all motorized mobility scooters & wheelchairs.
1. Complete the form F5338, at website:
https://www.qld.gov.au/transport/registration/register/register-a-motorised-mobility-device
2. You can lodge your completed application:
In Person: with an original or copy of the required documentation at a QLD Transport customer service centre
Email: MobilityDevices@tmr.qld.gov.au
Post: To Department of Transport and Main Roads, MMD Registration, PO Box 126, ROMA QLD 4455.
* If lodging your application by post, send copies of your EOI (Evidence of Identity) documentation.
Western Australia:
Registration required for scooters exceeding 10 km/h and used on public roads.
1. Complete the Motorized Wheelchair/Mobility Scooter Registration Application Form:
https://www.transport.wa.gov.au/On-demandTransport/on-demand-transport.asp
2. Attach required documents:
Proof of identity, proof of ownership (e.g., purchase receipt), medical certificate stating the need for the vehicle, and a recent photograph of the scooter.
3. Pay the registration fee:
$46.20
4. Submit the application and documents:
Mail to the Department of Transport address listed on the application form or take it to a Department of Transport customer service center.
5. Receive your registration sticker and card:
Once your application is processed, you'll receive a sticker to display on your scooter and a registration card to keep with you.
South Australia:
Registration required for all mobility scooters exceeding 6 km/h.
1. Complete the Application to Register a Personal Mobility Device form:
2. Attach required documents:
Proof of identity, proof of ownership (e.g., purchase receipt), medical certificate stating the need for the vehicle, and a recent photograph of the scooter.
3. Pay the registration fee:
$31.10
4. Submit the application and documents:
Mail to the Department of Infrastructure and Transport address listed on the application form or take it to a service SA customer service center.
5. Receive your registration sticker and card:
Once your application is processed, you'll receive a sticker to display on your scooter and a registration card to keep with you.
Tasmania:
Registration required for all mobility scooters used on public roads.
1. Complete the Application for Registration of a Mobility Scooter form:
https://www.transport.tas.gov.au/registration
2. Attach required documents:
Proof of identity, proof of ownership (e.g., purchase receipt), medical certificate stating the need for the vehicle, and a recent photograph of the scooter.
3. Pay the registration fee:
$32.70
4. Submit the application and documents:
Mail to the Department of State Growth address listed on the application form or take it to a Service Tasmania customer service center.
5. Receive your registration sticker and card:
Once your application is processed, you'll receive a sticker to display on your scooter and a registration card to keep with you.
Northern Territory:
No registration required.
Australian Capital Territory:
No registration required.
New South Wales:
No registration required.
Victoria:
No registration required.
Additional points:
- Registered scooters may need to display a registration plate or label.
- State and territory rules on insurance may also apply to mobility scooters.
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