Driving as a permanent resident
If you hold a permanent resident visa under the Commonwealth
Migration Act 1958, you are not a temporary overseas visiting driver.
You are allowed to drive or ride in NSW on your current overseas
licence for a maximum of three months after arriving in Australia.
If you are migrating from New Zealand you must obtain a NSW
licence within three months of taking up residence in NSW.
To drive with your current overseas licence during the three-month
period, you must not be disqualified from driving or riding and your
licence must not be suspended or cancelled.
You must get (not just apply for) a NSW licence within this threemonth
period if you wish to continue to drive or ride in NSW.
If your overseas licence is not in English, you must also carry your
International Driving Permit or an English translation with your
licence when driving.