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Jockey and Rider Licence (Thoroughbred Racing) - Australian Capital Territory

Description

You will require this licence if you intend to ride a thoroughbred horse in a race in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). There are three variations of licence available:

  • Jockey: ride horses in races.
  • Apprentice jockey: learn to become a jockey with a licensed trainer.
  • Approved rider: ride horses in races at a registered picnic meeting (amateur races).

If you hold a licence to ride issued by an interstate or overseas racing authority, you may be permitted to ride in the ACT, subject to conditions.

Service type

Licence

A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.

Eligibility requirements

To be eligible for a licence you must:

 

  • hold the appropriate qualifications in accordance with the Rules
  • not be a licensed trainer
  • not be licensed as a bookmaker or bookmakers clerk
  • hold current public liability insurance
  • provide any other relevant information
  • submit the application form
  • pay the required fees.

Eligibility for apprentice riders and jockeys may vary.

Fees

Fees Details for this service in table format.

Task Type Business Structure Description
Apply Licence All

Licence:

  • jockey: $240.00
  • apprentice Jockey: $55.00
  • approved rider: $90.00.

Fees for 2023-24

Act(s) name

Racing Act 1999 Australian Capital Territory

Regulation(s) name

ACT Local Rules of Racing Australian Capital Territory

Administering agency

Racing NSW

Contact details

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