Driving Licence Categories in Ireland Explained

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

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A Guide to Category B

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 vehicles. To obtain a Category B licence, you'll need to achieve both a written test and a practical driving evaluation. Make sure you meet the age requi

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