Conditions of Use

• The permit is current from the commencement time until midnight of the expiry date.
• The driver must comply with the Road Traffic Act 1961 concerning equipment, size, mass and safety of the vehicle.
• If the vehicle is defected, the permit is subject to the terms of the Vehicle Defect Notice.
• The vehicle must not be used for hire, reward, to carry a load or for commercial purposes under the permit.
• The journey must start or finish in South Australia for the permit to be valid. Where a permit is issued for interstate travel, it is advisable to check with the interstate authority to ensure the permit issued in South Australia is valid for the nominated journey.
• The top portion of the permit is a tax invoice for GST purposes. To find out if you are eligible to claim the GST component of the Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance premium consult your accountant or financial advisor.
• Permits are issued for a maximum of 3 days. (Permits for an inspection are issued for 1 day at a reduced fee).

Penalties

Penalties apply for the contravention of any term, condition or restriction endorsed on the permit.

Carrying your permit

You’ll need to carry your unregistered vehicle permit at all times when driving or towing the vehicle or trailer it is for.

When you apply online, you can print the permit or have it sent to a nominated email address.

You must show your permit – either digital or printed – to a police officer if asked to do so.