It is an LTNZ requirement for every driver to have an Authority Card to drive a modified vehicle on the road. The Authority Card is also used to apply for a left-hand drive exception, an emissions exemption, and Pre-Frontal Impact Compliance.
Completing the Form
You'll only be able to complete an LVVTA Authority Card Application if you have a valid Competition Licence.
Read this article for more information on adding/renewing a licence.
- Select the vehicle the application is for.
- If the vehicle isn't yet linked to your profile, click the Vehicles tab, search for the vehicle, and link it to your profile before continuing.
- Complete all other fields and check the terms and conditions, then click Submit.
- Pay any fees shown in the payment cart.
For new applications, an inspection is required - you'll need to contact MSNZ to organise this. Once the inspection is complete, MSNZ will review the application and either approve or decline it.
More Details of the Application Process
Renew
An Authority Card Application can be renewed if the vehicle has had a safety audit in the past 6 months and has been used in two events in the past 12 months. An inspection is not required for renewals.
If these conditions have been met, the renew icon will display against the application. If the renew icon isn't visible, you'll need to complete a new application.
Application Status
- Pending - the application has been lodged and is waiting for MSNZ.
- Approved - MSNZ has reviewed the application and all conditions are satisfied.
- Declined - MSNZ has reviewed and declined the application.
Expiry Date
The Authority Card's expiry date is set to match the expiry date of your current approved Competition Licence. If you don't have a current Competition Licence, the authority card cannot be approved.
Logbook Number
On the Licences tab in your MSNZ profile, each application displays the vehicle's logbook number in brackets after the form name.