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Forklift Licence VIC: Fees, Steps and Providers

In Victoria a forklift licence (class LF) is issued by WorkSafe Victoria. Train with an RTO, pass the assessment, then apply through myWorkSafe within 60 calendar days. The application fee is $77.70 per class. The licence lasts 5 years and processing can take up to 45 calendar days.

Last checked 10 October 2026. Rules and prices change, so confirm with WorkSafe Victoria or the provider before you book.

Forklift VIC at a glance

Unit code
TLILIC0003
Regulator
WorkSafe Victoria
Price in VIC
$399 to $580 (2 published prices)
VIC providers compared
2
Last checked
10 October 2026

Forklift courses in Victoria

Published prices run $399 to $580 across 2 of the 2 VIC providers we compared, taken from each provider’s own course page and sorted cheapest first. Nobody pays for their position.

  • Australian Vocational Training$399
    Duration
    2 days, or 3 days recommended for those with no experience
    Delivery
    face-to-face
    Where
    Truganina, Clayton
    RTO
    45811

    Online weekday price $399; phone bookings $420. The booking list showed $420 at Truganina and Clayton. The page also lists other Victorian towns. Excludes the WorkSafe Victoria lodgement fee.

  • Linfox$580
    Duration
    VIC 2 days; NSW and QLD 3 days
    Delivery
    face-to-face
    Where
    Laverton North, Erskine Park, Willawong
    RTO
    103554

    External participant fee $580 in VIC and $650 in NSW and QLD. Linfox employees pay $480. Fees exclude the regulator application fee.

Working in another state? Every Forklift provider we compared, by state.

Forklift rules in Victoria

  • VIC: A high risk work licence is valid for 5 years. Renew within 12 months of expiry through myWorkSafe. After 12 months proof of exceptional circumstances is needed.

    Source: www.worksafe.vic.gov.au

  • VIC: Apply within 60 calendar days of assessment. Fees are $77.70 per class for an application, $58.70 for a renewal and $58.70 for an interstate transfer.

    Source: www.worksafe.vic.gov.au

  • VIC: Order a replacement card through myWorkSafe. A digital licence is available immediately. There is currently no fee, though the page says a fee may apply in future. Mail takes 20 to 25 business days. Not possible if renewal is due in 30 days or less.

    Source: www.worksafe.vic.gov.au

  • VIC: the forklift truck operation licence is class LF and the order picking forklift licence is class LO.

    Source: www.worksafe.vic.gov.au

  • VIC: after training and assessment you receive an Assessment Number by email or a written Notice of Assessment. Lodge your application within 60 calendar days or be reassessed at your own cost.

    Source: www.worksafe.vic.gov.au

  • VIC: apply through myWorkSafe, or in person at Australia Post with an L2 form, 100 points of ID, a passport photo and a printed Notice of Assessment.

    Source: www.worksafe.vic.gov.au

  • VIC: processing can take up to 45 calendar days. The digital licence is available straight away once approved, and the plastic card arrives by mail in 20 to 25 business days.

    Source: www.worksafe.vic.gov.au

Forklift VIC questions answered

How do I get a forklift licence in Victoria?

Complete training with an RTO and pass the assessment. You receive an Assessment Number by email or a written Notice of Assessment. Apply through myWorkSafe, or in person at Australia Post with an L2 form, 100 points of ID, a passport photo and a printed Notice of Assessment.

How much does a forklift licence cost in Victoria?

The WorkSafe Victoria fees are $77.70 per class for an application, $58.70 for a renewal and $58.70 for an interstate transfer. The course is paid separately to the RTO, and VIC course prices are compared below.

How long do I have to apply after my assessment?

Lodge your application within 60 calendar days of assessment. After that you must be reassessed at your own cost.

How long does a VIC forklift licence take?

Processing can take up to 45 calendar days. The digital licence is available straight away once approved, and the plastic card arrives by mail in 20 to 25 business days.

How do I renew a forklift licence in Victoria?

Renew through myWorkSafe within 12 months of expiry. After 12 months you need to show proof of exceptional circumstances. The renewal fee is $58.70.

What is the difference between LF and LO in Victoria?

LF is the forklift truck operation licence and LO is the order picking forklift licence. You need the class that matches the machine you operate.

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