Trade apprentice registration discount

See if you're eligible to get 100% off your registration renewal.

Free registration for eligible trade apprentices.

If you’re a trade apprentice using your car for work, you may be eligible to get 100% off your registration renewal.

How to apply  

To complete your application you’ll need to provide:

  • your name, date of birth, email and phone number
  • your VRQA(External link) registration number or training contract ID number (NSW/SA)
  • the registration number of the vehicle you use for work 
  • your employer's name and email (if you are completing a training contract in SA or NSW) and
  • your Victorian driver licence number.

We’ll check your details with your employer when you apply, so make sure your employer knows you are providing their contact details in your application and they support your application before you apply. They’ll need to verify that you’re using your vehicle for work purposes. If they can’t confirm this, even if your application has been approved, we’ll send you an invoice to pay the amount difference.

Note: If you change employer a new VRQA number will be issued, and you will need to submit a new application.

Log into your myVicRoads account (and find the section titled ‘Apprentice registration discount’ at the bottom of your account) 

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Don't have an account? Sign up here (External link)

Who can apply?

You can apply for the discount (or a refund of the discounted amount) if:

*Note: If you're registering a new vehicle or re-registering an unregistered vehicle, you'll be required to pay the full registration fee and apply for a refund through your myVicRoads account. The refund will only be granted if you were eligible for the discount on the date the registration payment was made.  

Who can't apply?

You can’t apply for this discount if:

  • you're a learner driver
  • your licence is expired, cancelled or suspended
  • your vehicle is registered in someone else’s name
  • you already have an existing apprenticeship/concession discount applied in your name

Note: You may have another vehicle registered in your name with another concession type. (e.g. Health Care Card)

How do I find the VRQA registration number?

Check any letters you’ve received from the VRQA (External link) to find your registration number or you can call your Apprentice Support Network Provider to find out.

How do I find the SA/NSW registration number?

Check any letters you’ve received from Training Services NSW or Skills SA or contact them directly.

How long does it take to get approved?

If you are undertaking an eligible apprenticeship with the VRQA, the discount will be applied straight away when you submit your application online.

Your vehicle expiry date will be updated within 24 hours of approval.

If you are completing a training contract in SA or NSW your application will be processed within 7-14 business days.

What if my registration expires during this time?

If your registration is about to expire while your application is getting reviewed, you should pay the full registration amount so you can continue to use your vehicle on the road. We’ll refund the amount you’ve overpaid if you’re eligible.

How long will it take for me to get a refund?

If you’ve applied for a refund, we’ll process it within 7 business days. You’ll receive a cheque in the mail for the refunded amount if this gets approved. If you don't receive your cheque within 14 business days of your confirmation email, please call us on 13 11 71. 

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