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Driving in Queensland with an interstate or foreign licence

This page explains the requirements for driving in Queensland with an interstate or foreign licence. This information is for both new residents of Queensland and visitors to Queensland.

For information about driving rules and laws in Queensland, view the Queensland road rules page.

For information about obtaining a Queensland driver licence, see the getting a licence page.

Last updated 06 July 2009

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