# Becoming a Contractor in Australia
Australia **licenses builders and many trades at the state/territory level** — and it's fairly structured.
## Key bodies (by state)
- **Queensland → QBCC** (Queensland Building and Construction Commission)
- **New South Wales → NSW Fair Trading**
- **Victoria → VBA** (Victorian Building Authority)
- …and equivalents in other states/territories.
## Typical requirements
- A recognized **qualification** (commonly a **Certificate IV or Diploma in Building & Construction**).
- Documented **experience**.
- **Financial requirements** for higher-value work.
- Different license classes (e.g., **contractor** vs **supervisor**).
## Practical path
Pick your **state**, meet its qualification + experience + financial requirements, and apply to that state's building authority.
**Takeaway:** Australia licenses builders by state (QBCC, NSW Fair Trading, VBA): expect a building qualification, experience, and financial requirements.
> ⚠️ *International overview only — not legal advice. Contractor rules vary widely by country (and by region within a country) and change often. Always confirm with the official licensing/registration authority in that country and a local professional before relying on this.*
