Before starting a licence conversion, it is worth working through a few key questions.
Is my country on the recognised countries list?
This determines whether a test will be required and directly shapes the overall length of the process.
Is my licence still current?
An expired overseas licence generally cannot be converted — check the expiry date well ahead of time.
Do I need a translation?
Work out whether your document is already in English or whether you need an approved translation or International Driving Permit.
Which vehicle classes do I want to keep?
- Some overseas classes have no direct NZ equivalent
- Check in advance which classes will actually be recognised
With these answers in hand, your visit to the AA agent is likely to go much more smoothly.
