What Driver's License is Required for RV Driving?
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Different types of RVs require different driver's licenses. For a towable RV with a length less than 6 meters, a total weight under 4500kg, and seating fewer than 9 people, a C1 driver's license is required, and it must have a blue license plate. For an RV longer than 6 meters, the required license varies based on the vehicle's length and passenger capacity, including A1, A2, or B1 licenses, and it must have a yellow license plate. For an RV longer than 9 meters, an A1 driver's license is required, and it must have a yellow license plate. Classification of RVs: RVs are divided into towable RVs and motorized RVs, but they can be further categorized into Type A motorized, Type B motorized, Type C motorized; Type A towable, Type B towable, Type C towable, Type D towable; as well as Type A mobile villas, Type B mobile villas, and racing-style and campsite-style RVs.
Last time before my RV trip, I specifically checked the driver's license requirements. For motorhomes, the key factors are vehicle length and weight. RVs under 6 meters can be driven with a C1 license, but anything longer requires a B1 license. Small RVs with blue license plates are generally fine with C1, while large coach-converted RVs need an A1 license. It's best to check the vehicle parameters on the registration certificate. For towable RVs, extra attention is needed as the trailer portion requires a separate yellow license plate. I recommend consulting the DMV in advance, as some people have been penalized for driving the wrong vehicle type. Beginners should practice gradually with RVs - turning and parking are more challenging than with regular cars, especially with towable models which are prone to trailer sway.
