How to Upgrade from C1 to B2 Driver's License and What Are the Requirements?
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C1 license holders upgrading to a B2 license must meet the following requirements: Age between 20 and 60 years old; Minimum height of 155cm; Held a C1 license for at least 1 year; No record of accumulating 12 penalty points in the current scoring cycle or the most recent one before application; Visual acuity must reach 5.0 or above on the logarithmic visual acuity chart; No record of drunk driving or being primarily responsible for a traffic accident causing casualties while holding a C1 license. Specific process for applying for a B2 driver's license: Apply to the vehicle management office for upgrading to a B2 license; Fill out the application form, submit ID card and physical examination form, and provide the original copy of the current motor vehicle driver's license; Attend theoretical and practical driving tests as scheduled; The new license will be issued by the vehicle management office within 7 working days after passing the exams.
I often help people with upgrading their driver's licenses. To upgrade from C1 to B2, several conditions must be met first: the applicant must be between 18 and 60 years old, hold a C1 license for at least 3 years, and have a valid medical examination certificate. The process after registration is not simple—it involves retaking the theoretical exam to deepen knowledge of truck regulations. The field test includes practical operations like reversing into a garage and parallel parking, while the road test requires driving a medium-sized truck to assess vehicle control. It's advisable to find a reputable driving school early, where instructors can teach the details hands-on, saving time and avoiding repeated retakes. The entire process takes about two months. After passing, there's a one-year probation period during which you cannot drive commercially, but once skilled, driving larger vehicles for work can be much more profitable. The key is to prepare all documents correctly to avoid unnecessary delays.
