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ROVER Release 10 launch date
ROVER Release 10 went live on Tuesday 21 October 2025.
What changed in ROVER Release 10?
In this release, we deployed changes to strengthen data protection and security against SIM-swap fraud and phishing attacks. We replaced the previous SMS-based method with app-based verification.
- Multi-factor authentication: When you sign in to ROVER, you need to use a more secure method to verify your details. You can sign in using the Microsoft Authenticator app (read the guide).
- Virus scanning: When you upload a file in ROVER, your document will be scanned for viruses. If a virus is detected, you will need to upload a new file.
- Model Reports for SEVs and used 2 & 3-wheeled vehicles: Add one build date range on a vehicle specification page when applying for a Model Report approval for a specialist and enthusiast vehicle (SEV) or a used 2 & 3-wheeled vehicle.
- Trailer VIN: When you apply to import a trailer via the concessional pathway, you can request a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) as part of your application.
- Importing a special purpose vehicle: You need to provide the gross vehicle mass when you apply to import a special purpose vehicle via the concessional pathway.
- Importing a vehicle for testing and evaluation: You need to provide additional documentation when applying for a non-RAV entry approval if the vehicle doesn’t comply with safety related standards.
ROVER Release 10 resources
- ROVER guide—What's new? What's different? Release 10: This guide provides a visual overview of key changes that you can expect to see in this system release.
- ROVER guide: Set up Microsoft Authenticator as an existing user: Follow this guide to learn how to set up Microsoft Authenticator as your multi-factor authentication method when you sign in to ROVER for the first time after this release.