Gap training courses must be completed by internationally trained electricians to bridge the gap between international training and Australian electrical standards, laws and work practices. If you have not completed your gap training, visit Interstate and International applicants for more information.
Submitting a licence application
Select your relevant training below for details.
Step 1: Make sure you’ve got all your documents ready to apply.
Step 2: Apply for your licence. For relevant payment fees visit licence fees.
Step 3: Application granted within 6-8 weeks.
Completion of electrical trades licensing gap training course
Show moreBefore you apply
1. Complete requirements
- A copy of your letter from the Registered Training Organisation (RTO) confirming the successful completion of the ETL Gap Training Course and confirming eligibility for a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician.
- Proof identification;
- A police check (dated within the past 3 months, showing the same name as your identification);
- Visa/Mastercard for fee payment.
2. Complete application form
Print or digitally complete the relevant application form.
How to apply
Online
By post or in person
| By Post | In Person |
|---|---|
If posting your application and Post to: Licensing Services | Visit: Customer Service |
Fees
Please refer to the Building & Energy Licensing fees page for fees related to your licence.
After your application has been submitted
Licence applications typically take 6–8 weeks to process. We’ll contact you if we need any additional information, and you’ll receive an email once your licence has been finalised.
Completion of Australian minimum context training
Show moreBefore you apply
1. Complete requirements
- A copy of your Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician, issued (within the last two years) on completion of your Minimum Australian Context Gap Training by a Trades Recognition approved Registered Training Organisation.
- Proof of identification;
- A police check (dated within the past 3 months, showing the same name as your identification);
- Visa/Mastercard for fee payment.
2. Complete application form
Electrician's licence application on completion of context training – R107
How to apply
Online
By post or in person
| By Post | In Person |
|---|---|
If posting your application and Post to: Licensing Services |
Customer Service |
Fees
Please refer to the Building & Energy Licensing fees page for fees related to your licence.
After your application has been submitted
Licence applications typically take 6–8 weeks to process. We’ll contact you if we need any additional information, and you’ll receive an email once your licence has been finalised.
Completion of fitting work gap training
Show moreBefore you apply
1. Complete requirements
- A copy of your Certificate III in Electrical Fitting issued by North Metropolitan TAFE, South Metropolitan TAFE or College of Electrical Training. within the last two years.
- Proof of identification;
- A police check (dated within the past 3 months, showing the same name as your identification);
- Visa/Mastercard for fee payment.
2. Complete application form
Print or digitally complete the relevant application form.
Completion of gap training endorsed electrical fitting work application form– R115
Online
By post or in person
| By Post | In Person |
|---|---|
If posting your application and Post to: Licensing Services |
Customer Service |
Fees
Please refer to the Building & Energy Licensing fees page for fees related to your licence.
After your application has been submitted
Licence applications typically take 6–8 weeks to process. We’ll contact you if we need any additional information, and you’ll receive an email once your licence has been finalised.
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