Get a driver licence exemption for riding an e-mobility device

If you're 16 years or older and have a medical condition or disability that stops you from getting a driver licence, you may be eligible for an e-mobility driver licence exemption.

The exemption allows you to ride certain e-mobility devices without holding a driver licence.

Before applying, check if you are eligible.

Eligibility for an exemption

You may be eligible for an exemption if all of the following apply to you:

• You are 16 years or older
• You have a medical condition or disability that prevents you from getting a driver licence
• You ride an eligible e-mobility device, such as an e-bike or e-scooter

You cannot get an exemption if your driver licence is suspended, disqualified or cancelled for a non-medical reason.

You do not need this exemption to use a motorised mobility device (MMD), such as a mobility scooter or motorised wheelchair.

Get an exemption

To get an exemption, you must complete Part 1 of the E-Mobility Driver Licence Exemption form (F5464), then take it to an eligible health practitioner who must complete Part 2.

You must carry the completed exemption form with you while riding and show it to a police officer if asked.

You can carry the form as a printed hard copy or electronically. For example, a photo of the completed form on your phone.

You do not need to submit the form to the Queensland Government.

If you are unable to complete the form because of a cognitive impairment or another capacity-related reason, a carer or support person can complete Part 1 of the form on your behalf.

Exemption conditions

Your health practitioner may place conditions on your exemption if needed for you to ride safely. These will be shown on your exemption form and you must follow them or you may receive a fine for unlicensed riding.

Examples of conditions include:

• wearing corrective lenses while riding
• riding only during daylight hours
• riding only under supervision.

If your health practitioner says you require supervision, you must only ride under the supervision of someone who:

• is 18 years or older
• understands how to safely operate the device
• understands the relevant road and safety rules
• is able to guide and support you while riding
• is able to intervene if unsafe behaviour or a safety risk arises.

The supervisor must remain within a safe distance to give you instructions.

Eligible health practitioners

Part 2 of your exemption form must be completed and verified by a registered health practitioner who is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). For example, doctors, physiotherapists and occupational therapists.

When signing the form, the health practitioner is confirming that:

• they have an ongoing professional relationship with you and are involved in managing your medical condition or disability
• they have enough knowledge of your condition and how it may affect your ability to safely ride an e-mobility device
• in their opinion, you can safely use the specified e-mobility device
• you (or your carer or support person) understand the declaration being made.

The health practitioner is not required to conduct a formal riding assessment.

Expiry date

Your health practitioner will decide how long the exemption is valid for and will record the expiry date on your exemption form. The exemption may be issued up to a maximum period of 5 years.

You will need a new exemption form if:

• your exemption expires
• you want to ride a different type of e-mobility device
• your medical condition changes
• you have a change in your ability to ride safely.

If your medical condition or circumstances change, you should discuss your continued use of an e-mobility device with your health practitioner.

You are responsible for making sure your exemption is current and you can continue to ride safely.

Types of e-mobility devices

Your exemption form will specify which e-mobility device or devices you are allowed to ride. This may include:

• a compliant e-bike
• a compliant personal mobility device (PMD), such as an e-scooter
• an adaptive e-bike (must be verified through the E-Bike Assurance Scheme if it does not meet EN 15194).

Adaptive e-bikes are e-bikes or e-trikes designed or modified for people with disability. If your adaptive e-bike does not comply with the EN 15194 standard, you will need to have it verified through the E-Bike Assurance Scheme before riding it in public.

If your adaptive e-bike cannot be verified through the E-Bike Assurance Scheme, alternative arrangements will be available.

The E-Bike Assurance Scheme is currently being developed. More details about eligibility, key dates, available locations and alternative options will be announced online before 1 October 2026.

Learn more about compliant e-bikes and compliant personal mobility devices.

Time to obtain an exemption

You will be allowed time to get a medical or disability exemption. During this period, if you have a genuine reason for not having an exemption or a licence, you may be able to continue riding.

For example, this may include where you have an appointment scheduled with your health practitioner to get a medical or disability exemption.

If you don't intend to get a medical or disability exemption and you ride without a valid licence, you may receive a fine for unlicensed riding. From 30 November 2026, unlicenced riders are required to hold a medical or disability exemption.

Dispute a police decision

Having an exemption may not stop a police officer from taking enforcement action if they believe an offence has occurred.

Any dispute about an enforcement decision may be raised with the police officer who issued the fine or be disputed in court.