Bring your licence to Queensland

Your interstate or New Zealand licence will not carry across on its own.
We map it to the correct QBCC class and manage the Mutual Recognition application, fees included.

Why Queensland is different?

Most of Australia runs Automatic Mutual Recognition (AMR), which lets a licensed worker notify and start work in another state under a deemed registration. Queensland does not participate in AMR. That means your interstate or New Zealand licence does not automatically carry across. You must apply through the Mutual Recognition process, and there are strict rules that catch people out.

QBCC can only issue a licence that is equivalent to the one you hold. If your licence carries a condition or restriction, the same condition is imposed on your Queensland licence. Where there is no equivalent QBCC class, a licence cannot be issued at all. Your interstate or New Zealand licence must also remain active until your Queensland licence is approved. If it lapses, is cancelled or is suspended first, your entitlement is lost.

Who this is for?

The rules that decide your application

To apply, you must satisfy QBCC’s requirements:

The Process

The Strategy Session is a paid, standalone 30-minute call that maps your exact mutual recognition pathway: the licence you hold, its equivalent QBCC class, any conditions that carry across, and the sequence to apply without losing your entitlement. All prices exclude GST and are tax deductible.

Free 15-minute consultation

Confirm the licence you hold, the licence class you need, and whether any conditions will transfer.

Strategy Session

A 30-minute video call defining your mutual recognition pathway: equivalent class, conditions and application sequence ($352)

Application

Mutual Recognition application preparation, matching your licence to its QBCC equivalent.

Licence granted

Lodgement and management of QBCC queries until QBCC licence granted.

Commonly Asked Questions

Can I use Automatic Mutual Recognition to work in Queensland?

No. Queensland does not participate in the AMR scheme. You must lodge a formal Mutual Recognition application with QBCC to have your interstate or New Zealand licence recognised.

Will I get the same licence I hold now?

QBCC issues the equivalent Queensland class. If your current licence has a condition or restriction, the same condition is applied to your Queensland licence. If there is no equivalent class, a licence cannot be issued.

Does my current licence need to stay active?

Yes. Your interstate or New Zealand licence must remain active and in good standing until your Queensland licence is approved. If it lapses, is cancelled or is suspended first, you lose your entitlement.

I am from New Zealand. Does this apply to me?

Yes. New Zealand licence holders apply under the Trans-Tasman arrangement through the same Mutual Recognition process. We manage it end to end.

I want to trade through a company in Queensland. What do I do?

Mutual recognition covers you as an individual only. Your company must hold its own Queensland licence with you as the nominee. We lodge both together.

Are there licences QBCC will not transfer?

Yes. Where there is no equivalent QBCC class, or where a separate occupational licence is required (for example gasfitting or termite management, which QBCC does not issue), we identify this before lodgement so there are no dead ends.

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Builders, site supervisors and construction professionals across Queensland rely on QBCC Express to prepare their QBCC licence applications correctly.
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Thanks for the five stars, Samuel, means a lot to get the recognition.
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Zain Pennycook
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I was in desperate need to get my QBCC license quickly. But unfortunately I had to do another unit in my glass and glazing course to get approved, Karen informed me straight away of this and even helped me when I couldn’t get ahold of the other company I was communicating with for that standard. she made it stress free for me and was always available if I had any questions would highly recommend her. Thanks again

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Thanks Zain, glad we could get onto that extra glass and glazing unit early and chase it down when the other provider went quiet. Good outcome getting your QBCC licence sorted despite the added step.
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Sam kennie
6 August 2026
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Thanks for the five stars, Sam. Appreciate you taking the time to leave it.
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Dean Price
2 August 2026
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I had a great experience with Karen helping me gain my QBCC design license. Karen is highly efficient, a very prompt communicator and delivered even faster than she originally mentioned. The whole experience felt very stress free with Karen managing everything. I will be highly recommending QBCC Express to any one. Thanks Karen!

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Thanks Dean, glad we could get your Design licence sorted and land it ahead of schedule. Appreciate you recommending QBCC Express on the back of it.
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Nicolas weisbach
27 July 2026
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Complicated process made very easy by the team at QBCC Express. Great communication all the way through to the aproval.

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Thanks Nicolas, glad we could take a complicated process and make it easy to follow. Great to hear the communication landed well right through to approval.
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Kurt van der Drift
26 July 2026
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QBCC Express was amazing and made the entire Open Supervisor license hassle free. Highly recommend

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Thanks Kurt, really glad we could make your Open Supervisor Licence application hassle free. Enjoy the next step in your career.
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Troy Harris
26 July 2026
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I just wanted to thank you again for helping me with my QBCC licensing. The support I received from QBCC Express was amazing, I had a quick turnaround with my Licence. Many people find the licensing process confusing or stressful.....Not with Express they made me feel confident with the process all the way.

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Appreciate you coming back to leave this, Troy. Glad we could get your QBCC licensing sorted and make the process straightforward for you.
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Mick
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Karen was professional throughout the process and maintained excellent communication while assisting me in obtaining my Mid Rise Supervisor Licence. I wouldn't hesitate to use her services again in the future and would highly recommend her to others.

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Thanks for the kind words, Mick. Glad the Mid Rise Supervisor Licence process was smooth and the communication kept you in the loop. Look forward to helping again down the track.
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CRAIG SHARRY
24 July 2026
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Great service very quick and easy process

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Thanks Craig, quick and easy is exactly what we aim for. Appreciate the recommendation.
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Vince Camera
24 July 2026
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Amazing support trying to navigate the QBCC licensing requirements. Karen made the process straightforward and easy to understand, taking the time to explain each step and answer all of my questions. Her knowledge, professionalism, and willingness to help gave me confidence throughout the entire process. I highly recommend Karen to anyone needing assistance with QBCC licensing.

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Thanks so much for this, Vince. Really glad I could walk you through each step and answer everything along the way. That's what the process should feel like.
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