What are the requirements for upgrading from a motorcycle license to a C1 license?
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To upgrade from a motorcycle license to a C1 license, the motorcycle license must first have passed the probationary period. There should be no record of accumulating 12 penalty points in the most recent scoring cycle before applying. Required documents for license exchange: Identity proof of the motor vehicle driver, motor vehicle driving license, a medical condition certificate issued by a county-level or military regiment-level medical institution, and a completed application form along with the proofs and certificates specified in Article 48. License exchange process: Bring your ID card and driving license to the license processing hall, fill out the license exchange application form, then submit the documents, medical examination form, and application form to the staff, pay the processing fee, and wait to receive the new license. Before exchanging the license, check if there are any unresolved traffic violations; if so, they must be resolved first, otherwise the exchange will not be processed. The license exchange is usually completed on the spot, but in some large cities, it may take a few days, though it must be completed within 15 days at most, after which the owner will be notified to collect the new license.
When I upgraded my driver's license to include a motorcycle (C1) last time, the whole process was quite smooth, mainly involving a few basic requirements. First, you must have held a car (C1) license for at least one year; otherwise, you can't apply. I remember bringing my ID card and original driver's license when registering at the driving school, and I also underwent a simple medical check to confirm no health issues, such as normal vision and no heart conditions. The test is divided into two parts: the theoretical exam just requires going through the question bank, with about 100 questions to simulate a few times; the practical test requires mastering motorcycle balance and turning, especially the details of starting and stopping. The cost is around 2,000 to 3,000 yuan, depending on the driving school and region. The whole process took over a month, so I recommend preparing in advance, like watching more riding safety videos to avoid retaking the test and wasting time. After successfully upgrading, the new vehicle type is noted on the driver's license, making travel much more convenient.
