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How can I get my ACT motorcycle licence?

To get your motorcycle licence in the ACT, you’ll need to go through six key steps with Stay Upright:

  1. Double-check your eligibility
    To learn to ride a bike in the ACT, you’ll need to be at least 16 years and nine months old, be a resident of ACT (or in the process of becoming one) and have a learner, provisional or full licence. If you don’t have a driver’s licence, you can complete the Pre-Learner (Theory) Licence course to be eligible for an ACT motorcycle licence.
  2. Complete the Pre-Learner Licensing Course
    Apply for and complete the one-day learner’s course that we offer . You’ll receive your course certificate upon completion.
  3. Go to an Access Canberra Service Centre for licence endorsement
    After your Pre-Learner Licensing Course, take your certificate to an Access Canberra Service Centre to get it endorsed. You must do this within one month of completing your Pre-Learner Licensing Course to avoid your certificate from expiring.
    You’ll need to complete a visual acuity eye test before your certificate can be officially endorsed. You will then have a learner rider class added to your licence. After a minimum of three months, and a maximum of 12 months, you can go for a Pre-Provisional Motorcycle Licensing course and MOST test.
  4. Practice your skills
    It’s a good idea to practice the skills you’ve learned and get used to riding so you can apply for a Pre-Provisional Motorcycle Licensing course and MOST test confidently. Use your time wisely, and make sure you take the test within 12 months of completing your Pre-Learner Licensing Course.
  5. Take the Pre-Provisional Motorcycle Licensing course and MOST Test
    To successfully transition from your L-Plates to P-Plates, you’ll need to complete the Pre-Provisional Motorcycle Licensing course and MOST test .
  6. Pick up your Provisional Licence
    Visit Access Canberra to validate your certificate and receive your Provisional Licence (which lasts for three years). When you renew your licence in 3 years time, you’ll receive your full motorcycle licence.