DRIVING LICENCE TYPES IN IRELAND

In Ireland, there are several different categories of driving licences, each permitting you to drive certain types of vehicles. The most common category is the B licence, which allows you to drive cars and vans up to 3.5 tonnes. A car driver's permit can be further categorized into 'B1' for smaller vehicles like mopeds or tricycles, or 'B96' for dr

A Standard driving licence in Category B allows you to operate motor vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes in weight. This means you can legally drive a wide variety of motor cars, including most passenger transports. To obtain a Category B licence, you'll need to achieve both a written test and a practical driving test. Confirm you meet the age requirement