In the Republic of Ireland, there are several different categories of driving licences, each authorizing you to drive certain types of vehicles. The most common category is the B licence, which allows you to control cars and vans up to 3.5 tonnes. A car driver's permit can be further categorized into 'B1' for lighter vehicles like mopeds or tricycl
A Guide to Category B
A Full Irish driving licence in Category B allows you to drive 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 pass both a written exam and a practical driving test. Ensure you meet the age requirements. Submit th