Primary & Secondary Proof of Identity - Driver Licensing Transactions Requirements (LBU_FS_POI_PrimSec)

Sep 18, 2026

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Primary & Secondary Proof of Identity details identity document requirements for licensing transactions with the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) in Western Australia. It explains that transactions may require multiple documents to verify details against DTMI’s database, and that document types vary by transaction. The guidelines specify acceptable document forms, originality and signature requirements, name-change evidence, and privacy protections for driver licence information. It lists primary and secondary identification options, including passports, birth certificates, consular cards, and multiple Australian government or service records, with the document last updated 05.01.2026.

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Proof of identity for licensing transactions

Document guidelines

Protection of privacy

Primary Identification

Secondary Identification

Primary & Secondary Proof of Identity These requirements do NOT relate to an application for the initial grant of a Western Australian driver’s licence, learner’s permit or Photo Card. Proof of identity for licensing transactions To safeguard your identity, you may be required to supply a combination of documents when completing transactions with the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) . This is so we can verify your details with those we have in our database. The documents required will depend on the transaction you are completing. You [can visit](can visit www.transport.wa.gov.au/poi)[ ](can visit www.transport.wa.gov.au/poi)[www.transport.wa.gov.au/poi](can visit www.transport.wa.gov.au/poi) to see which documents you need to provide. Document guidelines • All documents must be originals-certified photocopies will not be accepted. • One of the documents presented must contain your signature (may not be required for Photo Cards) . • The name on your documents must be the same or you must provide evidence of change of name that clearly shows the link between your birth name and current name. Protection of privacy Your personal driver’s licence information, photograph, and vehicle licence information may be used, or disclosed to a third party, where authorised under ‘road law’(as defined in the Road Traffic (Administration) Act 2008) , Commonwealth law or in compliance with a Court Order issued within Australia. Your personal details may also be disclosed to other driver licensing authorities to assess your application or verify any information you have provided. Primary Identification • Australian passport which has not expired for more than two years. • Original copy of a birth certificate (not an extract)– if an overseas birth certificate is not in English, it must be accompanied by an official English translation. • Current Document of Identity issued by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. • Consular photo identity card issued by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. • Australian citizenship or naturalisation document or immigration papers issued by the Department of Home Affairs (DOHA) . • Australian Migration Status (AMS) Immicard issued by DOHA. • Evidence of Immigration Status (EIS) card issued by DOHA. • Permanent Resident Evidence (PRE) card issued by DOHA prior to 1 July 2017. • Residence Determination ImmiCard (RDI) issued by DOHA prior to 1 July 2017. • Western Australian photographic licence which has not expired by more than five years. • Current overseas passport. • Photographic licence issued by another Australian driver licensing authority which has not expired by more than two years. • Western Australian Photo Card which has not expired by more than five years. • Western Australian Proof of Age card (not an 18+ card) . • Australian Plasticised Learner’s Permit (including photo and signature) which has not expired by more than two years. • Western Australian Plasticised Extraordinary licence card. • Western Australian Photographic Firearms identification card. • Photo Card (NSW) . • Photo Identification card (QLD) . • Personal information card (TAS) . • Proof of Age card (VIC and SA) . • Proof of Identity card (ACT) • Evidence of age card (NT) . • Industry Authority card (QLD) . Secondary Identification • State or Commonwealth Government employee photo identity card. • Current entitlement card issued by a Commonwealth Government Department (e.g. a Medicare card, Centrelink Basics card) . • Current credit card or ATM card from a financial institution. • Passbook or account statement from a financial institution not more than 12 months old. • Telephone, gas or electricity account not more than six months old. • Water or local rates notice or land valuation notice not more than two years old. • Evidence of electoral enrolment not more than two years old. • Armed Services discharge papers not

FAQs

Do I need to provide an application-related identity document for all DTMI licensing transactions?

DTMI may require a combination of documents to safeguard and verify your identity against information in its database. The exact documents depend on the transaction you are completing.

Are photocopies acceptable for identity documents?

All documents must be originals-certified photocopies are not accepted. At least one presented document must contain your signature, which may not be required for Photo Cards.

What evidence is required if the name on my documents is different?

The name on your documents must be the same, or you must provide evidence of change of name that clearly shows the link between your birth name and current name.

How is personal driver licence information used and protected?

Your driver licence information, photograph, and vehicle licence information may be used or disclosed to authorized third parties under applicable road law, Commonwealth law, or a court order in Australia. Your details may also be shared with other driver licensing authorities to assess applications or verify provided information.

Sep 18, 2026

Uploaded by Franzy