How to change from C1 to C2 driver's license?
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To change from C1 to C2 driver's license, you need to bring your ID card and driving school documents to the municipal vehicle management office for a new physical examination, form replacement, and complete the change procedures. Additional information: The differences between C1 and C2 driver's licenses: 1. Differences in vehicle types allowed to drive: 1. C1 license allows driving all vehicle types under C2, C3, and C4. Moreover, C1 can also drive mini and small passenger cars, as well as light and mini trucks, and light and mini operation vehicles. 2. C2 cannot drive operation vehicles, and can only drive automatic transmission mini and small passenger and cargo vehicles, and cannot drive C3 and C4 vehicles. 2. Difficulty of driving test: The test items for C1 and C2 are the same. In terms of difficulty, since automatic transmission C2 does not have a clutch, the operation is simpler than C1.
I've been driving for over a decade and switched to a C2 license last year. The whole process was hassle-free. Just took a number at the local DMV, waited a few minutes, brought my ID and original C1 license, filled out a downgrade application form, paid a 20-yuan fee, and got my new license issued on the spot. Driving automatic transmission is so much more comfortable – no more shifting gears in traffic jams during commute, and my shoulders and neck don't ache anymore. I'd suggest checking DMV operating hours in advance and avoiding peak morning hours when it's crowded. By the way, after switching to C2, your license validity period remains unchanged with no impact on driving records. It's truly convenient and reassuring – totally worth it in my opinion.
I live on the outskirts of the city and drive frequently. After driving a manual transmission for several years, I decided to switch to an automatic. Getting a C2 license wasn’t as complicated as I imagined. First, I submitted the required materials at the DMV, including photos and a filled-out form. No test was needed—just a quick update to my driver’s license. The process cost around 30 yuan and took about half an hour. After the switch, the driving experience improved significantly, especially with smoother starts and stops at traffic lights, making it more stable for beginners. By the way, don’t lose your original license—the DMV’s system updates quickly, and the whole process is hassle-free. My experience was quite positive, and I’d recommend it.
Last month, I just changed my C1 license to a C2, and the process was super simple. Just make a trip to the DMV, fill out the application form with personal information, bring your old driver's license and ID documents, pay a 10-yuan processing fee, wait at the window for a while, and you can get your new license. Driving an automatic transmission car is easier to start, no need to press the clutch, suitable for the elderly or urban commuting. My driving stress has reduced a lot, and I haven't regretted making the change.
