Australian Trade Licence Lookup
Pick your trade and state — see exactly what licence you need, what it costs, and where to apply. No more digging through five different government websites.
Fair warning — licensing rules change and every state does things differently. I've verified this data but if something looks off, let me know through Benjy. The links go straight to the official government sites so you can double-check everything before you apply. If you're working across state lines, you might need multiple licences — mutual recognition exists but it's not always straightforward.
Trade Licence Requirements by State
Every Australian state and territory has its own licensing body, requirements, and fees for tradespeople. Instead of navigating five different government websites, use our lookup tool to find exactly what you need — issuing body, prerequisites, costs, CPD requirements, and direct application links.
Builder licence check — NSW, QLD, VIC, WA
Builder licensing varies significantly between states. In NSW, Fair Trading issues licences from $390. In QLD, the QBCC handles all building licences with mandatory financial reporting. Victoria's VBA requires registered building practitioners to maintain CPD points annually. Our tool shows you the specific requirements for your state.
Electrical licence requirements
All states require electricians to hold a current electrical work licence. Queensland's Capstone Assessment, NSW's experience log requirements, and Victoria's LEI process each have different prerequisites. Look up your state above to see the exact pathway.
Do you need a White Card?
If your trade involves any construction work, you need a White Card (General Construction Induction) in addition to your trade licence. This is a national requirement under WHS legislation — our lookup tool flags whether a White Card applies to your specific trade.