Can I apply for a B2 license if my C1 license was revoked due to a full demerit record?
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C1 license holders with a full demerit record can apply for a B2 license after revocation. However, those who have accumulated 12 demerit points must attend a training course and pass the exam to clear the points before revocation is possible. Otherwise, revocation is not permitted. Age requirements for C1 license application: The minimum age to apply for a C1 license is 18 years old, with no upper age limit. However, applicants aged 70 and above must pass tests assessing memory, judgment, and reaction abilities. Vehicle types permitted with a C1 license: A C1 license allows the holder to drive small and mini passenger vehicles, as well as light and mini cargo vehicles; light, small, and mini special-purpose vehicles; and small passenger vehicles with a seating capacity of 9 or fewer. Vehicles not permitted with a C1 license: A C1 license does not permit the holder to drive large buses, tractors, city buses, medium-sized buses, large trucks, ordinary three-wheeled motorcycles, ordinary two-wheeled motorcycles, mopeds, wheeled self-propelled machinery, trolleybuses, or trams. Additionally, a C1 license does not allow driving vehicles with more than 9 seats or trucks with a total length exceeding 6 meters.
As someone who has been driving for over a decade, I believe that after a C1 license is fully revoked, you can definitely apply for a B2 license, but you'll have to start from scratch. I've seen many friends go through similar situations—losing 12 points indicates problematic driving habits, and driving heavy trucks with a B2 license carries higher risks, so you need to be even more cautious. The standard procedure is that you must first re-register for the theoretical exam at the testing center and pass Subject 1 to regain eligibility. When applying for a B2 license, make sure you have no records of drunk driving or major accidents, otherwise you might be rejected. This serves as a reminder to avoid traffic violations—safety is more important than anything. I recommend you consult a driving school as soon as possible to avoid delays, as B2 training takes a long time, so acting early is the wiser move.
