Taiwan Driver Licence in Australia: NAATI Translation Guide 2026
If you hold a Taiwan driver licence and are living, studying, or travelling in Australia, you can drive legally — but you must carry a NAATI certified English translation at all times. This guide covers everything you need to know, including how to apply for a NAATI translation, state-by-state rules, car rental, and licence conversion. Can I Drive in Australia with a Taiwan Driver Licence? Yes. You can drive in Australia with your Taiwan driver licence, but you must carry two documents at all times: Your original Taiwan driver licence A NAATI certified English translation (NAATI譯本) of your licence Important: Taiwan international driver licences (國際駕照) are not recognised in Australia. Do not rely on your international licence — it will not be accepted by Australian police, road authorities, or car rental companies. You must obtain a NAATI certified translation of your Taiwan licence instead. What is a NAATI Translation (NAATI譯本)? A NAATI translation (also called NAATI翻譯本 or NAATI譯本) is a certified translation produced by a translator accredited by NAATI — the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters in Australia. Only NAATI Level 3 (Professional Translator) certified translators are authorised to produce translations accepted by Australian government agencies, police, road authorities, and car rental companies. Regular translations or Google Translate are not accepted. At Jinding Translation Service, we are NAATI accredited, Level 3 certified, bidirectional (Chinese ↔ English), with over 10 years of experience. Our translator credentials can be verified at www.naati.com.au. Where to Apply for a NAATI Translation (NAATI譯本申請) You do not need to visit us in person. The process is fully online: Take a clear photo of the front and back of your Taiwan driver licence Send to us via WeChat or email [...]
