Mrdebond

Ive actually still got both paper & card parts of my licence. I plan to hold to them & inform the dvla that ive lost them..the ban is still enforced regardless I guess. From the sounds of things honesty is the best policy when it comes to a working visa. So ill be upfront about my ban on application but im hoping that because I still physically hold the licence I can use it to drive in Oz. Is this too devious? Am I likely to cause more problems for myself? Thanks for replies, really helpfull! Dean.

My Name is Dean, Im 26yrs old. I'm after a bit of advice, Im a Fully qualified Refrigeration & Air conditioning engineer. I work on all climate control equipment & ventilation. Ive recently been given a driving ban for 17 months-for driving under the influence of alcohol (Idiot!!) I'd really like to secure a working visa in Australia as Ive had enough of this dump & need to get away! However will this ban & subsiquent criminal record (no previous convictions of anykind, first offence) stop me? If im banned from driving in the uk, does that apply in Aus too?? I'm just clueless atm & hope someone can spare some advice?? Thank you.Dean