Is it necessary to have three years of experience to upgrade from C1 to B2?
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C1 to B2 upgrade does not require three years of driving experience; holding a C1 driver's license for more than one year is sufficient. The additional conditions for upgrading are as follows: Age must be between 20 and 60 years old; Height must not be less than 155cm; No record of accumulating 12 penalty points in the current scoring cycle and the most recent scoring cycle before application; Visual acuity must meet or exceed 5.0 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 driver's license. Specific process for applying for a B2 driver's license: Apply to the vehicle management office for upgrading to a B2 driver's 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 exams as scheduled; Upon passing the exams, the new level driver's license will be issued by the applying vehicle management office within seven working days.
I just completed the upgrade from C1 to B2 driver's license. Personal experience confirms you must hold C1 license for at least 3 years before applying. After getting my C1 license, I waited patiently for three years before enrolling in driving school - had to be careful not to accumulate full penalty points during this period. The rules clearly state this requirement plus minimum age of 21, and I just met the standard at 22. The upgrade requires retaking the theory test, and since commercial vehicles are more complex to operate, waiting a few extra months to gain experience is safer. Recommend planning your timeline carefully - don't rush to apply early or you'll get rejected. The 3-year requirement is mandatory, just endure it and you'll be fine.
As someone who frequently deals with such matters, upgrading from C1 to B2 definitely requires a full three years of driving experience—not a single day less. The strict rules are in place to prevent inexperienced drivers from operating large vehicles. Besides waiting three years, you also need a clean points record and be at least 21 years old. Last year, I had a trainee who got held up just two months short. They had to practice more before upgrading. The process isn't particularly difficult, but patiently waiting the required time is the most crucial part.
