Unregistered vehicle permits
Unregistered vehicles cannot be driven on the road unless an unregistered vehicle permit has been obtained or the vehicle is exempt from registration.
Unauthorised sellers of unregistered vehicle permits
VicRoads has become aware of unauthorised third-party websites selling unregistered vehicle permits (UVP) at inflated prices.
To ensure you pay the correct amount and keep your personal information secure, please purchase UVPs through the VicRoads website. We do not authorise or sell UVPs through third parties.
When buying a UVP from VicRoads, always check that the website address in your browser is www.vicroads.vic.gov.au, especially when making your payment.
Additionally, please note that only our website displays the VicRoads logo, which unauthorised third-party websites will not have.
When should I get an UVP?
You can get an UVP from VicRoads when your vehicle is unregistered and/or it is impractical or unreasonable to have the vehicle registered during the period of the permit.
A UVP must not be used as a replacement for full registration and can only be issued for trips commencing in Victoria.
We recommend that you purchase an unregistered vehicle permit when taking an unregistered vehicle to VicRoads for registration. This ensures that you have full TAC compulsory insurance cover for that trip.
UVPs are intended to cover situations such as:
- preparing an unregistered vehicle for registration
- moving a vehicle from place to place on a one-off basis
- using heavy earthmoving equipment which need to cross or operate on public roads in the course of construction work and cannot meet registration requirements*
- using a rally vehicle on the road*
- using a carnival float on the road.*
You cannot use an unregistered vehicle permit for social or domestic purposes.
UVPs can only be issued for trips commencing in Victoria and it is the responsibility of the driver to demonstrate that the journey is covered by the permit.
* You can only apply for these permits by calling 13 11 71 or visiting a VicRoads customer service centre.