Plumbing registration or licence (VIC)
Issued by Building and Plumbing Commission (Victoria)
Unlicensed work is dangerous and illegal
Electrical, plumbing and gas work without the right licence can injure or kill people and is an offence. Only do the work your licence or supervision allows.
What it is
In Victoria, you need a plumbing registration or licence from the Building and Plumbing Commission for each class of plumbing work you do.
SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026
How to get it
After your apprenticeship and qualification, apply for registration in the classes you are qualified for. Registration lets you do the work. A licence also lets you supervise others and issue compliance certificates. For a licence, you need more practical experience and insurance.
SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026
A course gives you a statement of attainment. The card or licence itself is issued by Building and Plumbing Commission (Victoria).
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Common questions
- What is Plumbing registration or licence (VIC)?
- In Victoria, you need a plumbing registration or licence from the Building and Plumbing Commission for each class of plumbing work you do.
- How do you get Plumbing registration or licence (VIC)?
- After your apprenticeship and qualification, apply for registration in the classes you are qualified for. Registration lets you do the work. A licence also lets you supervise others and issue compliance certificates. For a licence, you need more practical experience and insurance.
- Who issues Plumbing registration or licence (VIC)?
- Plumbing registration or licence (VIC) is issued by Building and Plumbing Commission (Victoria).
- Which jobs need Plumbing registration or licence (VIC)?
- Jobs in this guide that ask for it: Plumber.