DRIVING LICENCE TYPES IN IRELAND

In Ireland, there are several different categories of driving licences, each allowing you to drive specific 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 authorization can be further categorized into 'B1' for lighter vehicles like mopeds or tricycles, or 'B96'

A Full Irish driving licence in Category B allows you to control motor vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes in weight. This means you can autorizedly drive a wide variety of cars, including most passenger cars. To obtain a Category B licence, you'll need to complete both a written exam and a practical driving test. Make sure you meet the age requirements.