Drivers Licence Medicals

  • Where a person has a medical condition that affects their ability to drive safely, they are a risk to other road users as well as themselves. NZTA state that medical conditions are a contributing factor in crashes that cause death and injury on New Zealand roads. GPs play an important role in helping to reduce the risk of harm on the roads by determining whether a person is fit to drive.

    Who must have a drivers medical certificate (a DL9)?

    This includes drivers who:

    • are applying for or renewing a heavy vehicle licence (class 2,3,4,5) and who've not provided a certificate within the last five years or
    • are applying for or renewing endorsements for passengers (P), vehicle recovery services (V), driving instruction (I) or testing (O) and who've not provided a certificate within the last five years or
    • have a medical condition that may affect their ability to drive safely or
    • are 75 years old or more and applying for or renewing any licence or endorsement or
    • NZTA have asked to provide one.
    • For more information, click here to visit the NZTA website 

    Charging for a Driving Licence Medical

    Discounted health services do not apply for a drivers medical.  A standard charge applies for all enrolled patients, including those who carry a Community Services Card. Please see our Clinic Fees.