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.
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 and Energy Licensing fees page for fees related to your licence.
After your application has been submitted
Licensing Services experiences high volumes of electrical licensing applications, which can peak during certain times. We are committed to processing your application as quickly as possible, while ensuring a fair and compliant assessment process.
If we need further information for your application, Licensing Services will contact you directly. Otherwise, you will receive an email once your licence is 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 and Energy Licensing fees page for fees related to your licence.
After your application has been submitted
Licensing Services experiences high volumes of electrical licensing applications, which can peak during certain times. We are committed to processing your application as quickly as possible, while ensuring a fair and compliant assessment process.
If we need further information for your application, Licensing Services will contact you directly. Otherwise, you will receive an email once your licence is 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 and Energy Licensing fees page for fees related to your licence.
After your application has been submitted
Licensing Services experiences high volumes of electrical licensing applications, which can peak during certain times. We are committed to processing your application as quickly as possible, while ensuring a fair and compliant assessment process.
If we need further information for your application, Licensing Services will contact you directly. Otherwise, you will receive an email once your licence is finalised.
