Is the A1 Driver's License Difficult to Obtain?
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A1 driver's license is not difficult to obtain, it's just an upgrade, and you can get it after passing the exam. Method to upgrade to A1 driver's license: Obtain a C1 driver's license, upgrade to B2 after one year, hold the B2 license for five years, and during three consecutive years without accumulating 12 penalty points each year, then you can apply for an A1 driver's license. Requirements for applying for an A1 driver's license: Have held an A3 city bus, B1 medium-sized passenger vehicle, or B2 large truck driver's license for more than five years, and have no record of accumulating 12 penalty points in the current scoring cycle and the five consecutive scoring cycles before application. Have held an A2 tractor driver's license for more than two years, and have no record of full penalty points in the most recent scoring cycle before application.
My experience of obtaining the A1 driver's license was truly unforgettable. The entire process took over half a year, and every step from registration to the exams was challenging. The most frustrating part was the large vehicle reverse parking in Subject 2—the sheer size of the vehicle meant even a slight deviation required starting over. The most grueling was Subject 3's road test; the pressure of driving a double-decker bus through bustling city streets is something I'll never forget. The instructor always emphasized the heavy safety responsibility of operating large buses, with every operational detail strictly scrutinized by the examiner. I'd advise anyone serious about taking the test to mentally prepare themselves, ensuring at least two hours of effective practice daily, and never count on last-minute cramming. I remember over a third of my batch failed during the final road test stage.
