Major driver's licence change for Victorian drivers
A major drivers licence change has been implemented in Victoria.
Up to 800,000 learner and provisional drivers in the state will soon have electronic access to their licence in a bid to make "it easier for them to go about their lives".
They join the 1.2 million motorists in the state who already have the capability to access their licence digitally, a feature that was only introduced in Victoria in May this year.
While the digital licences are optional, the state government said that feedback from the public has been overwhelmingly positive.
Like other digital licences, it features a highly secure, timed QR code" that can be scanned by businesses and other authorities to verify authenticity and prevent fraudulent use.
Victoria Minister for Roads and Road Safety Melissa Horne said the initiative aims to simplify life for young drivers in the state.
"We’ve seen more than 1.2 million Victorians access their licence on their phones since we launched this technology in May, and I’m sure we’ll continue to see a strong take up from our younger drivers," she said.
The licences can also be updated in real-time if there are changes to conditions, personal information or if a licence has been cancelled or suspended.
The state government is also working with venues to ensure licences are compatible with major scanning technology making it easier for both customers and venues across Victoria.
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