In Australia, drivers licensing, regulation and road use enforcement are managed by each state and territory transport authorities respectively.

Obtaining a licence for people with a disability may be subject to a medical assessment, an occupational therapist driving assessment, and/or a disability driving test. Once an individual has successfully obtained their driving licence, conditions maybe applied to their licence according to their needs. These conditions could include wearing glasses while driving, restricting driving to daylight hours, and vehicle modifications for accessibility. Individuals may also be required to undergo periodic medical assessments.

Requirements for obtaining a licence are subject to National Fitness to Drive Standards– https://austroads.gov.au/drivers-and-vehicles/assessing-fitness-to-drive

For more information visit the relevant authority below:

Australian Capital Territory–
https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au/driving-transport-and-parking/licences/medical-conditions-and-fitness-to-drive

New South Wales-
https://www.nsw.gov.au/driving-boating-and-transport/driver-and-rider-licences/health-conditions-and-disability/driving-or-riding-disability

Note- New South Wales does not have separate regulations for people with disabilities and driver licensing. Driver licensing is established under the Road Transport Act 2013 and details established under the Road Transport (Driver Licensing) Regulation 2017

Northern Territory–
https://nt.gov.au/driving/licence/driving-and-medical-conditions/get-a-medical-assessment-for-fitness-to-drive)

Queensland- (https://www.qld.gov.au/transport/licensing/healthy-to-drive/health-and-driving-safely/your-responsibility

South Australia–
https://mylicence.sa.gov.au/roadrules/the-drivers-handbook/fitness-to-drive

Tasmania – https://www.transport.tas.gov.au/licensing/health_and_driving

Victoria –
https://transport.vic.gov.au/road-and-active-transport/registration-and-licensing/licences/conditions-exemptions-other-licence-types-and-card-numbers/licences-for-people-with-a-disability

Western Australia – https://www.transport.wa.gov.au/licensing/report-a-medical-condition.asp

If an individual’s licence includes conditions for vehicle modification, then they must drive a modified vehicle which complies with those conditions. Certain modifications may need to be certified so that they meet safety and accessibility standards. This certification will be subject to the requirements of the state or territory where the vehicle is registered.

Queensland specific information: https://www.qld.gov.au/disability/out-and-about/travel-transport/driving/vehicle-modifications

In most Australian states and territories, you are able to drive on an overseas licence as long as it is current and you have either an International Driving Permit or an English translation. Visiting drivers with disabilities will be subject to the conditions on their overseas licence. Where these conditions require vehicle modification only a modified vehicle which complies with those conditions may bedriven. Hire companies may offer modified vehicles at their own discretion.

General advice for overseas drivers can be found at: https://austroads.gov.au/drivers-and-vehicles/overseas-drivers

Queensland specific information:https://www.qld.gov.au/transport/licensing/driver-licensing/overseas/driving
Tasmania specific information: https://www.transport.tas.gov.au/licensing/interstate_or_overseas_licences

Name of Department/Ministry: Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport, and the Arts
Name of section responsible: Connected and Automated Vehicle Policy and Partnerships
Email address for queries: transport.international@infrastructure.gov.au
Phone number for queries: +61 6136 7111
Website: www.infrastructure.gov.au

Wheelchair users
People with walking difficulty
People with vision impairment
Other (please specify)

Note that different states and territories have different categories which may apply.

A Disability Parking Permit is recognised nationally, but must be acquired through a state or territory authority.

Once an individual has acquired a Permit, it may be used when travelling to other Australian states and territories. All Australian states and territories include the international wheelchair logo in their permits, publications and parking spaces.

Parking permits are issued to an eligible individual rather than a vehicle.

New South Wales specific information: https://www.nsw.gov.au/driving-boating-and-transport/driver-and-rider-licences/health-conditions-and-disability/mobility-parking-permits/eligibility

Queensland specific information: https://www.qld.gov.au/disability/out-and-about/travel-transport/driving/parking-permits

On street.
In municipal car parks.

Parking places reserved for disabled people are indicated by the wheelchair symbol. For parking in other places (including long term), the parking badge must be displayed.

Queensland
In Queensland, disability parking permit holders may park in parking bays showing the international symbol of access. Please note that private car parks may charge their own fees.

Extended time limit for on-street parking.

Concessions vary between states and territories. Individuals should always check the local rules for parking and obey all other road and parking conditions and signage.

New South Wales specific information: https://www.nsw.gov.au/driving-boating-and-transport/driver-and-rider-licences/health-conditions-and-disability/mobility-parking-permits/using-your-permit#toc-interstate-and-overseas-visitors

Queensland specific information: https://www.qld.gov.au/disability/out-and-about/travel-transport/driving/parking-permits/disability-parking-permits

The same concessions available to individuals with a disability visiting Australia.

AS/NZS 2890.6-2009 sets the minimum requirements for accessible car parking spaces in Australia and New Zealand.

Angled parking spaces are to be 2.4m wide x 5.4m long.

Parallel parking spaces are to be no less than 3.2m wide x 7.8m long.

More guidance can be found at:
https://www.disabilityaccessconsultants.com.au/accessible-disabled-car-parking-requirements/

Name of Department/Ministry: Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport, and the Arts
Name of section responsible: Connected and Automated Vehicle Policy and Partnerships
Email address for queries: transport.international@infrastructure.gov.au
Phone number for queries: +61 6136 7111
Website: www.infrastructure.gov.au

There is no specific regulation for hiring a car if you have a disability. However, a driver must be able to meet any licence conditions.

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Name of Department/Ministry: Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport, and the Arts
Name of section responsible: Connected and Automated Vehicle Policy and Partnerships
Email address for queries: transport.international@infrastructure.gov.au
Phone number for queries: +61 6136 7111
Website: www.infrastructure.gov.au