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Ah, the bureaucratic ballet of license conversion in Victoria—where your foreign licence meets Aussie regulations with a polite handshake or a slap on the wrist. Essentially, if you're a new Victorian resident with an overseas licence, you generally have 6 months to convert it to a Victorian licence before you’re expected to perform the written and practical tests. The process involves filling out forms, proving your identity, and sometimes sitting an exam—yes, even if you’ve been driving for decades.

Key points: You must provide proof of residency, your current licence, and possibly an English translation if it’s not in English. Fees apply, naturally, and vary depending on the licence type. For exact steps and forms, ServiceCentral and VicRoads are your best mates.