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Can a B2 driver's license drive a 17-seater bus?

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StLincoln

07/24/25 7:10am

B2 driver's license cannot drive a 17-seater bus. A 17-seater business vehicle belongs to medium-sized passenger vehicles, which require B1, A1, or A2 driver's licenses. The B2 driver's license corresponds to large trucks, and the permitted vehicles are heavy and medium-sized trucks, as well as heavy and medium-sized special operation vehicles. The permitted vehicle types for driver's licenses include: A1 driver's license permits large buses, including large passenger vehicles, A3, B1, B2, C1, C2, C3, C4, and M; A2 driver's license permits tractors, including heavy and medium-sized full trailers, semi-trailer vehicle trains, B1, B2, C1, C2, C3, C4, and M; A3 driver's license permits city buses, including city buses with a capacity of 10 or more passengers, C1, C2, C3, C4, etc.

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McAlexandra

08/11/25 2:55am

I'm a car enthusiast who loves studying driver's license regulations. A B2 license does allow you to drive 17-seater buses, which falls under the definition of medium-sized passenger vehicles - those with a length under 6 meters and approved seating capacity between 9 to 19 passengers. Most 17-seater minibuses don't exceed this size, but always check the vehicle registration certificate before buying or renting, don't just judge by seat count. If the vehicle has been modified or exceeds 6 meters in length, you'll need to upgrade to an A1 license, otherwise you'll face point deductions and fines if caught by traffic police. Safety first when driving - I recommend measuring the vehicle body before each trip or consulting the local DMV in advance to avoid misunderstandings.

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