Apply for a Mandatory Alcohol Interlock Program exemption

An alcohol interlock exemption may exempt you from some or all aspects of the MAIP and may result in you:

• being allowed to drive a work vehicle with no interlock installed
• not having to have an interlock installed in your vehicle
• being exempt from other aspects of the Program.

There are 2 types of MAIP exemptions:

• hardship exemption
• other exemption.

There is a full description of the exemption types on each application form and details of which supporting documents you need.

To apply for a 'hardship exemption' you must:

• provide an application form (Word, 147KB) with supporting documentation
• pay a fee.

To apply for an 'other exemption' you must:

• provide an application form (Word, 163KB) with supporting documentation
• pay a fee.

You can apply for an exemption if you:

• have a medical condition that makes you unable to operate an alcohol interlock
• live or frequently visit King Island or the Furneaux group
• or a member of your family will be caused severe hardship if you take part in the program
• have an interlock installed in your personal vehicle, but also need to drive a vehicle to or from work or for the purposes of work.

You can apply for an exemption for more than one reason.

You do not need to prove your identity.

Fees and charges last updated 1 July, 2022.