How to Obtain a B2 Driver's License with a C1 License?
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To apply for a B2 license upgrade, you must have held a C1 driver's license for at least one year and not have accumulated full demerit points within the year. Alternatively, you can upgrade to a B2 license after holding any driver's license for one year. Submit your documents to a driving school qualified for B2 training. After passing the review, complete the registration and payment process, undergo legal training, and pass the written test before proceeding to the road test.
I just upgraded to a B2 license last year, and the whole process was actually quite straightforward. First, you need to confirm that your C1 license has been held for at least one year without accumulating 12 penalty points. Then, bring your ID card and original driver's license to the designated hospital for a physical exam, which mainly tests vision, hearing, and limb coordination. After enrolling in a driving school, you'll start with the theoretical test for Subject 1, which has 50 more questions specific to large vehicles compared to the C1 test. The hardest part of Subject 2 was the large vehicle reverse parking and hill start—I practiced two hours daily for three full weeks before daring to take the test. Subject 3 road test simulates truck loading and unloading scenarios, with extra attention needed for turning radius. After passing all tests, the DMV will replace your C1 license with a B2D license, costing around 6,000 yuan, though prices vary by driving school, so it's best to research reputable training grounds in advance.
I've researched getting a B2 license for my cousin, and it boils down to four key steps. Eligibility requires being at least 20 years old with a medical report free of color blindness or high blood pressure issues. For training, it's best to enroll directly in a heavy vehicle course - they specialize in teaching trailer reversing techniques that regular instructors can't cover. The exam sequence goes: theoretical computer test → field test (curve driving & right-angle turns) → actual road driving → written safety knowledge test. Important note: the third test includes nighttime light operation, which trips up many applicants. Fees range from 4,000 to 8,000 RMB, with the whole process taking at least two months (potentially stretching to six months if there's exam queueing). After obtaining the license, there's a one-year probation period requiring 'probationary driver' decals when operating trucks.
