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 operate cars and vans up to 3.5 tonnes. A car driver's permit can be further categorized into 'B1' for compact vehicles like mopeds or tricycl

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