Apply for a plumbing registration

Before you apply for plumbing registration, ensure that you understand what your obligations as a registered plumber. You can also read more information about which registration or licence you need.

The requirements to become registered vary depending on class.

Registration eligibility requirements

To find out the specific eligibility requirements for one or more classes of plumbing work, see information on the relevant classes below.

Main classes

Information on the pathways for each main class are outlined in the links below:

• Drainage
• Gasfitting
• Irrigation (non-agricultural)
• Mechanical services
• Roofing (stormwater)
• Sanitary
• Water supply
• Fire protection
• Refrigerated air conditioning
• Type B gasfitting

Restricted classes

Information on the pathways for each restricted class are outlined in the links below:

• Mechanical services – restricted to single head split systems
• Mechanical services – restricted to duct fixing
• Mechanical services – restricted to solid fuel heaters
• Roofing (stormwater) – restricted to class 10a buildings
• Fire protection – restricted to the routine servicing of fire hose reels work
• Fire Protection – restricted to the routine servicing of unpumped hydrants and valves work
• Refrigerated air-conditioning – restricted to split system heat pump water heaters

Specialised classes

Information on the pathways for each specialised class are outlined in the links below:

• Thermostatic Mixing Valve (TMV)
• Backflow prevention
• Type A - appliance conversion
• Type A - appliance servicing
• Type B - gasfitting advanced

Registration application forms

Choose an application form below for the classes of plumbing work that you are seeking to become registered in.

By choosing the correct pathway and application form, it ensures that we receive all required information and can process your application quicker.

Submit your application

Please submit your completed registration application (with all required attachments) by email at plumbingreg@bpc.vic.gov.au.

Applications submitted via email should be in PDF format (all pages in a single document) and not an image file.

To avoid delays, please complete the application correctly and attach all necessary documentation.

Application fees

You are required to pay an application fee at the time of submitting your application. The application fee is non-refundable.

If you are eligible for registration, you will be required to pay a registration fee before we can grant your application. This fee is in addition to your application fee.

If you already hold an accreditation as a plumbing practitioner and are adding an additional class to your existing accreditation, you will only need to pay the application fee. No further registration fee is required.

Visit the plumbing fees webpage for more information.

After you apply

We will review your application to determine if you meet the requirements for registration in the classes that you have sought.

We may ask you for further information via email about the information contained in your application.

If your application is approved

You will receive a decision letter from us via email. This letter will advise the classes of registration you have been approved to hold and any conditions imposed (if applicable).

You will receive a copy of your practitioner card in the post within 3 to 4 weeks. Your registration details will also appear in the practitioner register.

If your application is refused

We will notify you in writing and outline the reasons why your application was unsuccessful.

You may reapply at a later date. In your subsequent application, you will need to demonstrate that you have addressed the gaps that caused your previous application to be refused.

You have the right to appeal the decision by applying to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) if you disagree with our decision. To apply for a review of the decision, phone VCAT on (03) 9628 9755.

Useful links

• Apply for a plumbing licence
• Prescribed units
• Plumbing exams
• Permitted assessment materials
• Plumbing fees