In Queensland, it is a legal requirement that all licensed drivers are medically fit to drive, regardless of their age. If a doctor has said you have a long-term or permanent medical condition that is likely to adversely affect your ability to drive safely, you should notify the Department of Transport and Main Roads. For more information, please visit tmr.qld.gov.au or call 13 23 80.
When you should notify TMR
All drivers in Queensland (whether licensed in Queensland or elsewhere) must notify the Department of Transport and Main Roads about any medical condition that is likely to adversely affect their ability to drive safely.
This can be done online on the tmr.qld.gov.au website, by mail or at a customer service centre. Aggravation of existing medical conditions that are likely to affect a driver’s ability to drive safely must also be reported.
TMR can legally require you to give medical evidence relating to whether you meet the medical criteria for the class of driver licence you hold.
Failing to report medical conditions can result in a maximum court-imposed fine of more than $9,600 and your driver licence may be cancelled.
Health professionals are legally allowed to notify the Department of Transport and Main Roads about your medical conditions.
When you should get assessed
If you are uncertain about your medical condition/s, and the impact on your ability to drive safely, we recommend that you consult your relevant health professional so that your medical fitness to drive can be assessed.
When you attend your appointment, take with you a Medical Certificate for Motor Vehicle Driver form (F3712).
This form includes more information to help you prepare for your assessment. You can get a hard copy of this form at a transport and motoring customer service centre.
Everyone 75 years of age and above who holds a Queensland driver licence must carry a current Medical Certificate for Motor Vehicle Driver form at all times when driving and comply with any stated conditions.
You can be fined if you don’t.