Registrations & Stud Book
Licensing
Below is a complete list of New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing's Registrations, Stud Book and Licensing forms.
If you require any help completing these forms, please find the contact details on the relevant department pages below
Ownership
Cancellation/Extension of a Lease
SR1
Authority to Sign
SR5
Appointment of a Racing Manager
SR14
Lease of a Racehorse
SR16
Notice of Change of Ownership
SR20
Additional Seller/Lessor
SR20A
Additional Owner/Lessee
SR20B
Registrations
Application for Naming (Registration) of a Horse
SR19
Colours Application Form
SR4
Application to Transfer Colours
SR11
Stable Return
SR35
Death or retirement of Thoroughbred
SR24
Companies & Legal Entities
Application for Legal Entity
SR13
Breeders Forms
Notification of Lease for Stud Purposes
SR3
Entry of Mare as a Broodmare to the Stud Book
SR18
Request for Identification of a Thoroughbred
SR22
Import Application - Named Racehorse
SR36A
Import Application - Broodmare or Stallion
SR36B
Import Application - Un-named
SR36C
Online renewals and updating details
To complete an online licence renewal or update any of your details with NZTR including licence photo, please complete this online form
Stablehand/Trackwork Rider
Trackwork Rider (Fast) | Class B | Miscellaneous
Granted to those competent in riding Thoroughbred horses at full pace in training. Must have previously held a Trackwork Licence.
Trackwork Rider (Slow) | Class B | Miscellaneous
Granted to those who have not previously held a trackwork licence and may only ride thoroughbreds at half pace or less.
Trackwork Rider | International Licence
A Visiting Trackwork Riders License is granted to those with an equivalent license, aiding Visiting Trainers in training for a limited time.
Stablehand Licence | Class A | Miscellaneous
Granted to those employed full-time by a Trainer in a racing stable, training establishment, or facility.
Stable Assistant Licence
Granted to those who assist a Trainer part-time basis, or strap horses at race meetings.
International Licence | Stable Assistant
A Visiting Assistant’s License is granted to those with an equivalent license, employed by a Visiting Trainer for training assistance.
NZTR Nominated Training Horse
NZTR mandates the suitability of training horses for track work, requiring endorsement from Trainer and licensed Rider.
Jockey Licences
Rider's Licence | Class A | Jockey
Granted to those who have completed a Jockey Apprenticeship (or an international equivilent), allowing participation in flat races unless otherwise specified.
Rider's Licence | Class B | Apprentice Jockey
Granted to aspiring jockeys progressing through NZTR’s Apprentice Jockey program toward qualification.
Rider's Licence | Class C | Probationer Jockey
Granted to aspiring jockeys assessed as competent in riding Thoroughbreds in Trials for apprentice consideration.
Rider's Licence | Class D | Jumps Jockey
Granted to those competent in riding Thoroughbreds in Jumps Races, and highweight races once qualified.
Rider's Licence | Class E | Amateur Jockey
Granted to those competent in riding Thoroughbreds in amateur races.
International | Visiting Jockey
A Visiting Rider’s Licence is granted to those with an equivalent license from another racing authority, for temporary racing
Trainer Licences
Trainers Licence | Class A
A Class A Trainer’s License is granted to those primarily offering Thoroughbred training services as their profession.
Trainer's Licence | Class B
A Class B Trainer’s License is granted to trainers with horses having less than 50 raceday starts per year consistently.
International Licence | Trainer
A Visiting Trainer’s License is granted to those with a foreign trainer license, allowing them to train and race in New Zealand temporarily.
Pre-Trainer Licence
The Pre-Trainer’s License is granted to those preparing Thoroughbred horses for training and racing under another person.
Assistant Trainer Licence
Assists the Trainer with the responsibilities of training horses and managing the racehorse training business
Treatment Logbook
Treatment Logbook template and associated Rules.
Riders Agent Licence
Riders Agent | Class C | Miscellaneous
Issued to those aiding Jockeys or Apprentice Jockeys' employers in organising riding engagements
Riders Agent/Rider Authorisation
An authority for a Riders agent to act on behalf of Jockey/Apprentice Jockey
Accredited Persons Licence
Accredited Persons Licence
Granted to Contractors/Officials who require a pass to carry out duties on a Raceday.
Jockey Miscellaneous & Medical
Rider Support Pack
Helmet/Vest Replacement Subsidy
Transfer of Apprenticeship
Application to Loan Apprentice
Apprentice Jockey's Fund Application
Betting Account Declaration
General Trust Fund Application
M1 | Medical Examination Form
M2 | Brain Injury Clearance Form
M3 | Illness or Injury Clearance Form
M4 | Medical Certificate - Riding When Pregnant
M5 | Consent Form - Riding When Pregnant
Miscellaneous
Licence Card Application
You can apply for a physical licence card to complement your Digital ID.
Change of details
For any current licence holder wishing to update their photo, email, phone number, and address.
Training Agreement for the Primary ITO
2024 Licensing Fees
Licensing Fee changes effective 1 February 2024
Licensing Process
For more information and a breakdown of each of the steps in the licensing process, download the relevant spreadsheet below