What are the requirements for upgrading from C1 to B2 license?
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Requirements for upgrading from C1 to B2 license: 1. Age between 20 and 50 years old; 2. Height not less than 155 cm, naked eye vision or corrected vision above 5.0; 3. No red-green color blindness or other visual impairments, subject to the physical examination report; 4. Must have held a C1 license for at least 1 year, with no record of accumulating 12 penalty points in the current scoring cycle and the most recent scoring cycle before application. B2 license test content: 1. Subject 1 is a theoretical test on traffic regulations and other related content; 2. Subject 2 is a field skills test, divided into 16 items: reverse parking and moving in a garage, parallel parking, hill start, single-plank bridge, curve driving, right-angle turn, driving over bumps, passing through a narrow gate, driving on undulating roads, U-turn on a narrow road, simulating continuous sharp turns on mountain roads, simulating rainy and foggy weather, simulating slippery roads, simulating tunnel driving, simulating highway driving, and simulating emergency handling; 3. Subject 3 is a road test, completing various items on actual roads; 4. Subject 4 is a test on civilized driving and other related content.
I have quite some experience upgrading from a C1 to a B2 license. There are some basic requirements, such as having held a C1 license for at least one year, which proves you have driving experience. The age requirement is 20 years or older—I was 22 when I upgraded, so I just met the criteria. Then, you need to go to a designated hospital for a physical exam, including vision, hearing, and physical function checks. Only if everything is in order can you proceed to register. Next, you’ll need to choose a driving school for training, typically requiring several days of specialized instruction in operating large trucks, practicing skills like reversing and turning. The test consists of a theory section (with 10 additional questions for the upgrade) and a road test, where you drive an actual large truck around a course—it really tests your control. I recommend familiarizing yourself with the test site in advance and practicing more to avoid nervousness. Once you successfully upgrade, you can drive trucks, but don’t rush onto the road—take time to get familiar with the vehicle and drive safely. Remember to bring your ID and current license when applying. The entire process costs around a thousand yuan, though local policies may vary slightly. Safety first—upgrading is a great opportunity to improve your skills.
