Can I directly obtain an A2 driver's license with a C1 license?
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A2 driver's license cannot be obtained directly; it can only be acquired through license upgrading. The upgrading methods are as follows: The applicant must hold a C license for more than three years and have no record of accumulating 12 penalty points in the previous two cycles, or hold an A3 or B2 license for more than one year and have no record of accumulating 12 penalty points in the previous cycle, to upgrade to a B1 license. After holding a B1 license for more than three years and having no record of accumulating 12 penalty points in the previous two cycles, or holding an A1 license for more than one year and having no record of accumulating 12 penalty points in the previous cycle, the applicant can upgrade to an A2 license. Physical requirements for upgrading to a B1 license: Age: Between 21 and 50 years old; Height: At least 150 cm; Vision: Naked or corrected visual acuity of at least 5.0 on the logarithmic visual acuity chart; Hearing: Ability to distinguish the direction of sound sources with each ear at a distance of 50 cm from a tuning fork; Upper limbs: Both thumbs must be intact, and each hand must have at least three other fingers intact, with normal limb and finger movement; Lower limbs: Both lower limbs must be intact with normal movement function, and the length difference must not exceed 5 cm.
I discussed this with my driving instructor when I was learning to drive. You can't directly obtain an A2 license with a C1 license. The A2 license is for driving large trucks and requires extensive experience. According to regulations, you must first obtain a C1 or similar license, drive for several years, and then apply for an upgrade to a B-class license, such as B2. After driving heavy-duty vehicles for a while to accumulate practical mileage and a safe driving record, you can then apply for an A2 license upgrade. The entire process isn't something that can be done overnight; it requires completing training courses and passing both theoretical and practical driving tests. The reason is that skipping levels is too risky—A2 vehicles are large and complex to operate, and inexperienced drivers without a solid foundation can easily cause accidents. The transportation department designed it this way to prioritize safety. If you're interested, I suggest starting with a C1 license and practicing well, then upgrading when the conditions are right—don't rush for convenience. The upgrade fee is usually around one to two thousand yuan, but it's worth it for professional skills.
