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You will need trade plates if you are a vehicle repairer, motor dealer or other person intending to drive an unregistered vehicle for limited purposes. Limited purposes include:
A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.
To be eligible for this licence, you must have compulsory third party insurance.
1, 2 or 3 years
Fees Details for this service in table format.
Application for initial issue. Fees for 2025-26
Application for subsequent issue. Fees for 2025-26
Further fees may apply. Please consult the Contact Officer for more information.
Motor Vehicles Act 1959 South Australia (Opens in new window)
Department for Infrastructure and Transport
Contact Email, Phone and Address Details for this service in simple two column table format, header then data.
Apply for Trade Plates (Opens in new window)
