The Answer
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Driver's licence, car rego, electoral roll, Medicare, and everything else that changes when you move to Victoria.
What You Must Update When Moving to VIC
| What | Deadline | VIC Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Driver's licence | Usually 3 months | Transfer to a VIC licence at the transport authority |
| Car registration | Usually 3 months | CTP: Government monopoly (TAC) — included in registration, no choice of insurer. May need a roadworthy/safety inspection. |
| Electoral roll | 8 weeks | Update at aec.gov.au — you must enrol at your new address |
| Medicare | ASAP | Update through myGov — address change only, same card |
| ATO | ASAP | Update through myGov — affects your tax return address |
| Centrelink | Within 14 days | If receiving payments — your rate may change |
| Health insurance | ASAP | Ambulance cover in VIC: ~$1,400 in metro Melbourne, $2,000+ rural. Get Ambulance Victoria membership: $56.47/yr single, $112.95/yr family. |
State-Specific Costs
Moving to VIC means different costs for rego, CTP, and everyday expenses:
- Car rego + CTP: Government monopoly (TAC) — included in registration, no choice of insurer
- Ambulance: ~$1,400 in metro Melbourne, $2,000+ rural. Get Ambulance Victoria membership: $56.47/yr single, $112.95/yr family.
- Energy rebate (if concession card holder): $250+/year for concession card holders
- Working with children check: Your existing check from another state is NOT valid in VIC. Apply for a new Working With Children Check: Free for volunteers, $139.20 for paid workers — $105.30 to renew (5 years). Apply here.
Things That Don't Change
Your TFN, Medicare number, super, ABN, passport, and federal payments (FTB, CCS) stay the same nationally. You just need to update your address.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a new driver's licence when I move to VIC?
Yes. You generally need to transfer to a VIC licence within 3 months of moving. Visit https://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/licences
Do I need a new working with children check in VIC?
Yes. Working with children checks are state-specific. In VIC it's called the Working With Children Check and costs Free for volunteers, $139.20 for paid workers — $105.30 to renew (5 years).
Is ambulance free in VIC?
~$1,400 in metro Melbourne, $2,000+ rural. Get Ambulance Victoria membership: $56.47/yr single, $112.95/yr family.
What Changed
Apr 2026
Verified for Victoria