Individual workers and contractors (not companies) who hold licences for occupations that are regulated by Consumer and Business Services (CBS) may be able to apply for the same type of licence in South Australia (SA).
Interstate licences
Companies - must apply for a new licence in SA.
Individuals - a number of interstate licences or registrations can be recognised in SA under mutual recognition.
You can't use mutual recognition if your licence or registration:
- is suspended
- has conditions due to criminal, civil or disciplinary proceedings, or if you are under investigation.
If your home state remains interstate
If you plan to work in SA but will mainly continue to live or work interstate, you can use your current interstate licence or registration in SA. This is called automatic mutual recognition or JobPass.
You must notify CBS before starting any work in SA by using the online notification form - there is no fee to notify. While working in SA you must comply with the same conduct and technical requirements as SA licensees.
If SA becomes your home state
If SA becomes the main place where you live and work you must apply through regular mutual recognition arrangements to get a new licence or registration in SA.
Select your occupation on the work and business licences page and follow the application process to apply.
While some requirements only apply to new licence applications, mutual recognition requirements will be outlined once you start the online application. You must include a copy of your current licence or registration with your application.
New Zealand licences
You can apply through mutual recognition arrangements to get a new licence for certain occupations in SA.
You can't use mutual recognition if your licence or registration:
- is suspended
- has conditions due to criminal, civil or disciplinary proceedings, or if you are under investigation.
Select your occupation on the work and business licences page and follow the application process to apply.
While some requirements only apply to new licence applications, mutual recognition requirements will be outlined once you start the online application. You must include a copy of your current NZ licence or registration with your application.
Other overseas licences
Licences from countries other than New Zealand are generally not recognised, but your overseas qualifications and experience could be assessed to help you get a licence in SA.
Plumbers, gas fitters and electricians
If further training is required to meet SA’s licensing criteria, you can apply for a restricted plumbing, gas fitting or electrical licence.
With a restricted licence you can work under supervision. Once you complete further training you can apply to have the restriction removed.
Things to consider when applying for a restricted licence.
- You must apply for an Offshore Technical Skills Record (OTSR) which is an assessment of your overseas qualifications and experience. This will list any additional unit of competency that needs to be completed.
- Only certain approved Registered Training Organisations (RTO) can issue an OTSR. Find an approved RTO - Trades Recognition Australia.
- You must provide a copy of the OTSR certificate when applying for a restricted licence.
Apply for a restricted plumbing, gas fitting or electrical licence
Interstate licences
Companies - must apply for a new licence in SA.
Individuals - a number of interstate licences or registrations can be recognised in SA under mutual recognition.
You can't use mutual recognition if your licence or registration:
- is suspended
- has conditions due to criminal, civil or disciplinary proceedings, or if you are under investigation.
If your home state remains interstate
If you plan to work in SA but will mainly continue to live or work interstate, you can use your current interstate licence or registration in SA. This is called automatic mutual recognition or JobPass.
You must notify CBS before starting any work in SA by using the online notification form - there is no fee to notify. While working in SA you must comply with the same conduct and technical requirements as SA licensees.
If SA becomes your home state
If SA becomes the main place where you live and work you must apply through regular mutual recognition arrangements to get a new licence or registration in SA.
Select your occupation on the work and business licences page and follow the application process to apply.
While some requirements only apply to new licence applications, mutual recognition requirements will be outlined once you start the online application. You must include a copy of your current licence or registration with your application.
New Zealand licences
You can apply through mutual recognition arrangements to get a new licence for certain occupations in SA.
You can't use mutual recognition if your licence or registration:
- is suspended
- has conditions due to criminal, civil or disciplinary proceedings, or if you are under investigation.
Select your occupation on the work and business licences page and follow the application process to apply.
While some requirements only apply to new licence applications, mutual recognition requirements will be outlined once you start the online application. You must include a copy of your current NZ licence or registration with your application.
Other overseas licences
Licences from countries other than New Zealand are generally not recognised, but your overseas qualifications and experience could be assessed to help you get a licence in SA.
Plumbers, gas fitters and electricians
If further training is required to meet SA’s licensing criteria, you can apply for a restricted plumbing, gas fitting or electrical licence.
With a restricted licence you can work under supervision. Once you complete further training you can apply to have the restriction removed.
Things to consider when applying for a restricted licence.
- You must apply for an Offshore Technical Skills Record (OTSR) which is an assessment of your overseas qualifications and experience. This will list any additional unit of competency that needs to be completed.
- Only certain approved Registered Training Organisations (RTO) can issue an OTSR. Find an approved RTO - Trades Recognition Australia.
- You must provide a copy of the OTSR certificate when applying for a restricted licence.
Apply for a restricted plumbing, gas fitting or electrical licence
Occupations covered by mutual recognition
| Betting operations |
Bookmaker Agent |
|---|---|
| Building and trades |
Building work contractor Building work supervisor Plumbing, gas fitting and electrical contractor Plumbing, gas fitting and electrical worker |
| Charities | Collector |
| Gaming machines |
Gaming machine dealer Gaming machine service licensee Gaming machine technician |
| Labour hire | Labour hire service provider |
| Real estate |
Conveyancer Land agent Land sales representative Property manager Auctioneer Trainee |
| Security and investigations |
Security agent Security industry trainer Investigation agent |
| Vehicle dealing | Second-hand vehicle dealer |
