Can the C1 and E licenses be taken together?

[VonOscar]

C1 and E licenses cannot be taken together. Here are the specific details about the C1 and E licenses: C1: The C1 driver's license is a type of driver's license code that permits driving small and micro passenger vehicles, light and micro cargo vehicles, and light, small, and micro special operation vehicles, among others. Applicants can directly apply for the license with their resident ID card at any location nationwide without submitting proof of residence registration. E license: The E-class driver's license indicates that the holder is permitted to drive light motorcycles with an engine displacement of 50ml or less and a maximum design speed of 50km/h or less. No other vehicle types are permitted.

[Linda]

I noticed many people ask the same question. I originally wanted to save time by taking both the C1 car and E motorcycle license tests together, but was directly rejected when signing up at the driving school. They said the exam center only allows applying for one category at a time because the theory and practical test schedules overlap. You need to obtain one license first before applying for an additional one. After passing the C1 test, you have to wait at least a year before applying for the E license, otherwise the system won’t accept it. I was also curious why it’s so strict, but later learned it’s to prevent beginners from learning two types of vehicles simultaneously and causing accidents. The balance sense for riding a motorcycle is completely different from driving a car, and mixing them up during practice can easily lead to failing. Anyway, this can’t be rushed. I suggest focusing on getting the C1 license first before considering the E license. Learning them separately is more efficient and can save you retest fees.

[AlanMarie]

Several friends around me have asked about this, and I've also looked into it. Indeed, you cannot simultaneously apply for the C1 car driver's license and the E two-wheel motorcycle license. Traffic regulations stipulate that the same person can only apply for one type of initial driver's test. You have to wait about a year after passing the C1 test before you can add the E license. The reason is that the examination process is too crowded, and driving schools have limited slots. Applying for both at the same time could get stuck in the system and waste your chance. Learning a motorcycle requires developing a feel for the bike, while the car test focuses on steering wheel control—it's easier to learn them separately. If you try to rush both, you might end up failing both. My advice is to start with one from the basics and not be too greedy for speed.

[DiJace]

According to the driving license examination rules, the C1 and E licenses cannot be taken together. You must choose to apply for one first, such as obtaining the C1 car driver's license before applying for the additional E motorcycle license. The initial application can only be for a single vehicle type to avoid confusion during the exams. Generally, a 12-month interval is required for additional licensing. This is for safety considerations, as beginners are not suitable for learning two vehicles with different operations simultaneously.

[DiAlexandra]

I've noticed many people want to save effort by applying for both licenses at once, but it's really not possible. The C1 car license and E motorcycle license exams must be registered separately, otherwise the driving school system will directly reject the application. I've seen people who tried to force it and got rejected, wasting their time. Theoretically speaking, the skills required for these two types of vehicles are quite different—motorcycles require learning balance and control, while cars focus more on road observation. Practicing too many skills at once can easily lead to distraction and affect the exam pass rate. The safer approach is to focus on obtaining the C1 license first, and then add the E license later. This way, you'll learn more solidly and spend less money.

[AnnieLee]

I have experience with getting a driver's license. You can't apply for both C1 and E licenses at the same time. The law states that first-time applicants are limited to one vehicle category. You need to obtain the C1 license first before considering adding the E license, usually after waiting for one year. The reason is that the test contents overlap but the schedules conflict, and the practical test sites can't accommodate both. When adding the E license, you'll also need to retake the theory and safe driving courses, which is quite troublesome. My suggestion is not to rush—take it step by step: first focus on mastering the C1 license, then apply for the E license when the waiting period is over. This way, the pass rate is higher and it's safer.