Why is the C1 driver's license revoked when upgrading to B2?
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The revocation is for the purpose of consolidating the licenses. The driver's license you will receive afterward will be a B2, as holding a B2 driver's license allows you to drive vehicles including B2, C1, and C2. Conditions required for upgrading from a C1 to a B2 driver's license: Age between 20 and 60 years old; height not less than 155cm; holding a C1 driver's license for at least 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 holding the C1 driver's license and being primarily responsible. Specific process for applying for a B2 driver's license: Apply to the Vehicle Management Office for upgrading to a B2 driver's license; fill out the application form for adding the permitted vehicle type, submit ID card and health examination form, and provide the original copy of the current motor vehicle driver's license; attend 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.
When upgrading from a C1 to a B2 license, the original license is taken back by the traffic authorities. This is a regulation aimed at preventing duplicate licenses and ensuring orderly management. The newly issued B2 license inherently covers the driving privileges of a C1, so there’s no need to hold a separate C1 license, which simplifies the licensing system. If the original license weren’t taken back, a driver having two licenses could lead to confusion during checks or potential misuse by others. Additionally, consolidating licenses means all information is on one document, making it easier to update points and handle annual reviews, thereby reducing the workload for management departments. I think this also makes things easier for drivers—just carry one license when going out, and if it’s lost or there’s an issue, resolution is quicker. In short, taking back the license isn’t about revoking privileges but ensuring safety and efficiency, so people don’t misunderstand it as a loss of rights.
