CATEGORIES OF DRIVING LICENCES IN IRELAND

Obtaining a driving licence in the Republic of Ireland is essential for navigating the country freely. The Road Safety Authority (RSA) provides various categories of licences, each tailored to specific classes of vehicles. The most frequently used category is the B licence, allowing you to control cars and certain compact vans. If you're thinking

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