What are the requirements for upgrading a C1 driver's license to B2?
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The requirements for upgrading a C1 driver's license to B2 are as follows: Age between 20 and 60 years old; height not less than 155cm; holding a C1 driver's license for more than 1 year; no record of accumulating 12 penalty points in the current scoring cycle and the most recent scoring cycle before application; visual acuity must reach 5.0 or above on the logarithmic visual acuity chart; no record of drunk driving or causing a traffic accident with casualties while bearing primary responsibility during the period of holding a C1 driver's license. Specific process for applying for a B2 driver's license: Apply to the Vehicle Management Office for adding the B2 license category; 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; participate in theoretical and practical exams as scheduled; the new-level driver's license will be issued by the applying Vehicle Management Office within 7 working days after passing the exams.
As someone who has been driving for over a decade, my experience upgrading from C1 to B2 is that you need to understand all the requirements clearly. You must be at least 20 years old—too young won’t do. You also need to have held a C1 license for at least one year; anything shorter won’t qualify. Passing the physical exam is crucial—your vision and hearing must be up to standard, or the test will be pointless. Don’t forget to enroll in a driving school; they’ll arrange the theory and practical exams, which include large vehicle handling and traffic rules. With enough practice, it’ll become second nature. Once you pass, you can directly exchange your license and start driving medium-sized buses or small trucks. Remember to bring all your documents—unlike me the first time, who forgot my ID and had to rush back home to get it. The whole process isn’t hard as long as you’re well-prepared.
