*Excluding Ride Parks Australia events
How to Apply for a New Licence
How to Upgrade/Renew a Licence
MA have a variety of different types of licences available to suit your specific needs and riding style – annual or one-event, competitive or recreational, senior or junior riding licences, as well as non-riding licences.
For more details on licences available please see the tables below.
The majority of MA licences must be purchased online through the national motorcycling sport licensing database – Ridernet – however some One Event Licences can also be purchased manually at selected events.
Before you start; ensure you have the below documents for the listed licences:
Mini/Recreation
- Government issued proof of identity e.g. birth certificate, passport or drivers licence
Junior National/Junior Restricted
- Government issued proof of identity e.g. birth certificate, passport or drivers licence
- Completed Kick Start Program paperwork
- Club Membership
Senior National/Senior Restricted
- Government issued proof of identity e.g. birth certificate, passport or drivers licence
- Club Membership
- Proof of rider competency i.e. road bike licence, competency assessment by a coach or Level 2 Official (or previously issued MA licence)
- Senior Theory test for Senior National Competition Licences. More information here
APPLY FOR A NEW LICENCE :
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UPGRADE/RENEW A LICENCE:
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If you have any difficulties please refer to the Licence Application How To Guide
**Please note that you can only Renew a licence 30 days prior to the licence’s expiration date.
Licence Types:
The tables below lists the various MA Licence types and their use. For a more detailed overview of any specific conditions and endorsements associated with each licence click here. For current MA Licence prices Head to Ridernet.
Competition
Non-Competition
Non-Riding
Note: Crew Licences are not required for holders of any Senior Annual Competition MA Licence.
* MA Licences are available in both virtual, via the free MA App (visit you Apple or Android store), or hard card at an additional cost.
Family Discounts:
MA also offers family discounts for multiple Competition Licences (only). Here is an explanation of the family discount options:
- First licence applied for in a calendar year – no discount applies
- Second licence or more applied for in a calendar year – see below table for applied discounts
Family Discount
Important Notes:
- The first licence and additional licence must be either a Senior National Licence or Junior National Licence.
- A current government-issued Medicare Card, must be provided with each application noting both the name of the original applicant and the subsequent licences applied for in that calendar year.
- Family discount applicants must also live in the same residential location as other members to gain the discount.
For all licence enquiries please contact 1800 262 678 or email licences@ma.org.au
Licencing FAQ
Who do I notify a change of address to?
Please advise MA of any change to your contact details. You can just email us with your licence number and your new details and we will make the changes.
Please check the website or contact the MA office if you have any other queries.
Ph: 1800 262 678
Fax: +61 (3) 9684 0555
Website: www.ma.org.au
Email: licences@ma.org.au
Postal Address: PO Box 2162
Gladstone Park, 3043
Victoria Australia
Junior Competition and Licences
A rider’s age on 1st January will determine their age for competition and licensing purposes for that year. A rider may move to the next higher age class when they become eligible by reason of celebrating a birthday, but once the rider moves to that higher age class, they may not move back to the lower age class in that discipline.
This rule applies to all riders up to and including the age of 16 years. All juniors who are 15 on January 1st and turn 16 during the year may ride as a junior with a junior licence for the entire year. This licence will expire on 31st December. The rider is then required to apply for an upgrade to a senior licence with an upgrade fee. The expiry date on the senior licence will then revert back to the original expiry date i.e. 12 months from original renewal date.
If a 16 yr old rider chooses to upgrade to senior then they cannot compete again as a junior not even to complete a series. A Senior licence will not be issued until their Junior licence is returned.
If I upgrade my licence during the year is there any additional cost?
Yes, if you upgrade your licence, e.g. Junior National to a Senior National, you must pay the difference between the two licences.
Upgrades from recreational/mini to competitive licenses must supply the compulsory items for a first time licence such as drivers licence or birth certificate. First time testing document questionnaire, (juniors must supply the kickstart book signed by a accredited coach), club membership and ambulance cover.
How long does my licence last?
A licence is valid for 12 months from the date of issue.
What if my licence has expired ?
You cannot participate in an event until you receive your new licence You could purchase a One Meeting Competition licence or One Meeting Recreational Licence. One Meeting Licenses can only be used at Club and Interclub meetings.
What type of licence should I apply for?
A National Competition licences entitle holders to compete in all permitted National/Open, (including Australian and State Championships), Club and Interclub events, as well as being issued with a racing number (except Enduro, Trials, and Passengers).
A Restricted licenses entitle holders to compete in Moto Trials, Fast 50’s Mini Moto, & Pocket Bikes.
A Mini licenses are for Junior aged riders (4-16) and entitle the holder to participate in recreational events, Minikhana, & Moto Trials. Including 50cc Demo class event for 4-U7 years
A Recreational licenses are recreational only and entitle the holder to ride non competitive events including practice ride days and trail rides.