Australian licence translated into Chinese
Australian Driver Licence Chinese Translation
A Chinese translation of an Australian driver licence may be used when applying for a Chinese driver licence or temporary motor vehicle driving permit. Fixed A$60, completed within 24 hours after clear documents and payment are confirmed.
What is an Australian driver licence Chinese translation used for?
Applying for a Chinese driver licence
When applying with a valid Australian licence, a Chinese translation of a licence that is not written in Chinese is generally required. Applicants for a small-car licence generally take the Subject 1 theory test.
Temporary driving permit application
Short-term visitors holding a valid overseas licence may apply for a temporary motor vehicle driving permit. Its validity is generally based on the permitted period of stay and may be up to one year.
Preparing documents for the vehicle office
The translation sets out the name, licence number, issuing jurisdiction, vehicle classes, validity dates and licence conditions in Chinese.
Which Australian licences can be translated?
We translate driver licences issued by New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory and the Northern Territory.
Documents required
- Clear image or scan of the front
- Clear image or scan of the back
- The licence holder’s name in Chinese
Information translated
- Name and licence number
- Issuing state, vehicle classes and expiry
- Conditions and other licence text
Before ordering
Tell us the Chinese city where the document will be submitted. Please confirm the required translation format with the local vehicle administration office.
Order an Australian driver licence Chinese translation
A$60 per licence | Completed within 24 hours
Orders are completed through the Chinese product page.
Upload your licence and orderFrequently asked questions
How much does an Australian driver licence Chinese translation cost, and how long does it take?
The fixed price is A$60 per licence. It is completed within 24 hours after clear documents and payment are confirmed.
Do I need to take a test when converting an Australian licence in China?
Applicants for a small-car licence generally need to take the Subject 1 theory test. Other vehicle classes may have additional test requirements.
Can a short-term visitor apply for a temporary driving permit?
Yes. A short-term visitor holding a valid overseas licence may apply under the rules of the local vehicle administration office. The permit may be valid for up to one year, depending on the permitted stay.
Will a NAATI Chinese translation be accepted by a Chinese vehicle administration office?
Please confirm this with the local vehicle administration office.
Official Chinese government references
Ready to translate your Australian licence?
Fixed A$60, completed within 24 hours after documents and payment are confirmed.
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