What is the process for upgrading from a B1 to a B2 driver's license?
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After meeting all the requirements for upgrading to the corresponding driver's license, go to the vehicle management office to apply for the driver's license upgrade procedure. Visit a qualified medical institution such as a secondary or higher hospital, township health center, community health service center, or health examination center for a physical examination and obtain the physical examination report. Go to the service window of the vehicle management office, submit the relevant materials to the staff, and wait for the staff to review before making the payment. First, participate in the relevant driver's license skill training, then schedule the exam, and after completing the exam, go to the license and certificate hall.
I just completed the procedure for upgrading from a B1 to B2 license, and here’s my firsthand experience. First, you must meet two strict requirements: your B1 license must be valid for at least one year, and you must not have accumulated 12 penalty points in the past year. Then, go to the DMV to fill out an application form, submit your original ID and driver’s license, and take a photo and medical exam (mainly a vision test). Next, you’ll need to retake the exams: the theory test (Subject 1) covers a heavy vehicle-related question bank; the practical test (Subject 2) focuses on skills like reversing a large truck and hill starts; and the road test (Subject 3) involves driving a large truck on the road. The whole process takes about two months, and if you pass all tests, you’ll receive a combined B1B2 license on the spot. I recommend practicing large vehicle operations at a certified driving school beforehand, as the steering wheel is much heavier.
