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New Rules in NSW

New Rules for Overseas Drivers in NSW Effective immediately (from 1 Feb 2026)

Big changes have just come into effect for international drivers in Sydney and NSW.

🛑 “List B” Exemptions Ended: Drivers from List B countries (including South Africa, Poland, South Korea, Taiwan, and others) can no longer automatically swap their licence. 👉 You must now pass the Knowledge Test (DKT) and the Practical Driving Test to get an NSW licence.

⏳ 6-Month Rule for Temporary Visas: If you have lived in NSW for 6 months or more on a temporary visa, you MUST convert to an NSW licence. Driving on your overseas licence after this period is now considered unlicensed driving and carries heavy penalties.

Fresh off the lot!

Meet our brand new 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid! 🚙⚡

We are upgrading our fleet to ensure our students have the best possible learning experience. We are excited to introduce this stunning 2025 Yaris Cross to the team.

Why is this great for our students? ✅ 2025 Safety Tech: The absolute latest in road safety features to keep you secure. ✅ Hybrid Smoothness: Quiet and smooth to drive—perfect for building confidence without the stress. ✅ Professional Setup: Fitted with dual controls and fully insured for your peace of mind.

Learn to drive in style and comfort.

Fantastic result!

Huge congratulations to Irina for smashing her driving test on the very first attempt at Botany RMS this beautiful morning! Irina delivered an amazing performance with an incredible 98.1% score. Dear Irina, it has been an absolute pleasure preparing you for this moment and watching you succeed. Enjoy the freedom and stay safe on the roads!

Outstanding 98.1%

A fantastic start to a beautiful morning!

Congratulations to Vialy for successfully passing his practical driving test at Botany RMS today on his first attempt. He has officially converted his overseas licence to an Australian one. Passing on the first attempt is a great achievement, but doing it with an outstanding 98.1% score shows real skill on the road. Very well done, Vialy!

Well done, Sofia!

A massive congratulations to Sofia!

She absolutely smashed her driving test at Botany RMS and earned those well-deserved P1 plates! It’s been fantastic watching your confidence grow behind the wheel. Now the real adventure begins—enjoy the freedom and stay safe on the roads! Well done, Sofia!

Strong spirit!

A wonderful achievement on this beautiful morning!

Congratulations to Olesea for successfully passing her practical driving test at Rockdale RMS today and officially converting her overseas licence to an Australian one. Olesea secured a near-perfect 97.3% score. This fantastic result is a testament not just to her driving skill but also to her strong spirit and determination. Her positive personality makes this success even sweeter. Very well done, Olesea. Wishing you safe travels and good luck on the roads ahead!