Getting Your P's Licence in Queensland: An update for 2025
Important Update: This guide reflects the latest Queensland provisional licence requirements and procedures for 2025.
Getting Your P Plates
Getting your provisional licence (P plates) in Queensland involves several key steps and requirements. This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know to transition from your learner's licence to your P plates successfully.
Step 1: Complete Your Learner Period
- Hold your learner's licence for a minimum of 12 months
- Complete at least 100 hours of supervised driving, including 10 hours at night
- Record all hours in your official logbook
- Must be at least 17 years old to apply for P plates
Step 2: Prepare for Your Tests
Hazard Perception Test (HPT)
- Must be completed before practical driving test
- Can be taken online through TMR's website
- Tests your ability to recognise and respond to road hazards
- Practice tests available online
Practical Driving Test
- Book through approved driving schools or TMR
- Demonstrates your practical driving abilities
- Approximately 45 minutes duration
- Includes various driving scenarios and maneuvers
Understanding P1 and P2 Licences
| Licence Type |
Requirements |
Restrictions |
| P1 (Red P Plates) |
- Hold for minimum 12 months
- Zero blood alcohol limit
- Display red P plates |
- No driving between 11pm and 5am
- Maximum 4 passengers
- No mobile phone use |
| P2 (Green P Plates) |
- Hold for minimum 24 months
- Zero blood alcohol limit
- Display green P plates |
- Fewer restrictions than P1
- Still zero blood alcohol limit
- Mobile phone restrictions apply |
Common Questions
You can rebook your test after 48 hours. Use this time to practice areas where you need improvement with a qualified instructor.
Pro Tips for Success
- Take professional driving lessons from qualified instructors
- Practice in various conditions and locations
- Review the road rules handbook thoroughly
- Consider a mock test before your actual driving test
- Get plenty of rest before your test day