Is there a difference between upgrading to a C1 license and obtaining a C1 license for the first time?

[NadiaLee]

The specific differences between upgrading to a C1 license and obtaining a C1 license for the first time are as follows: 1. Different probation restrictions: After successfully upgrading to a C1 license, driving a small passenger vehicle during the probation period is not subject to probation restrictions, while directly applying for a B2 license imposes probation restrictions on driving any vehicle. 2. Different scoring cycles: Upgrading to a C1 license requires no record of 12 penalty points in the previous scoring cycle and the current scoring cycle, whereas directly applying for a B2 license does not have this restriction. 3. Different application ages: The minimum age to apply for a C1 license test is 18 years old, while for a B2 license, it is 21 years old. The cost for upgrading to a B2 license is the same as applying for the first time. Upgrading to a C1 license requires at least three years of holding the previous license.