Driver's licence and photo card · South Australia · information
South Australia driver's licence and photo card photo
In South Australia the photo on a driver's licence, and on the government photo card used as proof of age, is taken by Service SA (Department for Infrastructure and Transport) when you apply or when your photo is due for renewal. You do not supply a photo, so there is no file or print to prepare: you turn up with your identity documents and the officer photographs you. This page explains when a new photo is needed, what to expect at the counter and what it costs.
- Photo
- Taken at the counter
- Bring a photo?
- No
- Also covers
- SA Proof of Age Card
Check the official source. Fees as reported from sa.gov.au by search on 2026-10-29, flagged as possibly out of date. Proof of Age Card process not re-confirmed.
How it works
- Visit a Service SA customer service centre when a new photo is required (your renewal notice says so).
- Bring your current licence or identity documents.
- Have your photo taken at the counter and pay the fee; concession rates apply for eligible card holders.
- The mySAGOV app holds the digital licence once issued.
About the photo
- Photos are captured at the counter; uploaded photos are not accepted for a licence.
- The South Australian Proof of Age Card is applied for at Service SA and photographed the same way.
Fees
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Licence renewal, 1 year | $79 (check) |
| Licence renewal, 10 years | $592 (check) |
Figures as published on the official fee page and reported by a web search on 2026-10-29; the page itself was not re-opened, so check the current amount before you go. The search noted the page may be out of date.
Current fees on the official site
Why this site has no tool for it
This site only makes photos for documents that accept a photo you supply. Here the photo is taken at the counter, so a file or print you bring is not used, and selling one would be misleading. For documents that do take your own photo, such as passports, many visas and some working with children checks, use the ID photo hub or the photo maker.
Frequently asked questions
Can I bring my own passport photo instead?
No. The agency photographs you at the counter so the photo on the card is captured under its own lighting and identity checks. A printed or digital photo you bring is not used.
What should I wear for the photo?
Anything you would wear for a passport photo: plain clothing, hair off the face, no hat or sunglasses. Religious head coverings are fine if the whole face is visible.
Can I keep my glasses on?
Usually the counter officer will ask you to remove glasses if there is glare or the frames cover your eyes. If you wear glasses for driving, the licence records that as a condition regardless of the photo.
Why is there no photo tool for this card?
There is nothing to make: the photo is taken by the agency. This page explains the process and costs; use the passport photo tools on this site only for documents that accept a photo you supply.
Sources
Rules on this page last verified against these sources on 29 October 2026. This is general information, not tax or legal advice.