Driving Licence Categories

Complete guide to every UK driving licence category code for 2026. Category B, C1, C, C+E, D1, D, B+E, AM and more — minimum ages, what you can drive, and how to upgrade your licence.

A complete reference hub for every UK driving licence category code — from Category B (car) and B+E (car with trailer) to Category C (Class 2 HGV), C+E (Class 1 artic), D1 (minibus), D (bus/coach), and beyond. Our guides explain what each category allows you to drive, the minimum age requirements, how to upgrade, and what training is involved.

Articles in This Category

• What Is a 3.5 T Van Licence, and Who Needs It in the UK?
• Types of Driving Licences UK 2026 | All Licence Classes & Categories Explained
• How To Get A D1 Licence
• How to get Commercial Driving Licence in UK
• What is HGV Class 2 Licence?
• Minibus Driver Licence UK 2026 | What Licence Do You Need to Drive a Minibus?
• DVLA D1 Form 2026 | Download, Complete & Where to Get Your D1 Application
• How to get an HGV licence?
• How to Update the Address on Your HGV Driver Licence
• The Complete Guide to Driving Licences in the UK (2026)
• HGV Licence Renewal Guide 2026: When and How to Renew Your HGV Entitlement
• HGV Training Over 45: Age Requirements, Medical Rules, and What to Expect
• Do I Need a D1 Licence to Drive a Minibus? UK Rules Explained
• Can Teachers Drive a School Minibus? UK Licence Rules Explained
• Section 19 Minibus Permit Explained for Schools, Charities and Clubs
• D1 101 Restriction: What It Means and How to Remove It
• Minibus Driver Safety Checklist: What to Check Before Every Journey
• Can I Drive a Minibus for Hire or Reward? UK Rules Explained
• Trailer Towing Laws UK: What Licence Do You Need to Tow?
• How to Fill In a D2 Form for HGV, C1, D1 and PCV Licences
• D2 vs D4 Form: What Is the Difference?
• HGV Medical Renewal Guide: When and How to Renew Your D4 Medical
• Can You Renew an HGV Licence Online?
• HGV Licence Renewal at 45, 65 and Over 70: What You Need to Know
• What Lorry Can I Drive on a Car Licence?
• Bus Provisional Licence Explained: How to Apply for a Category D Provisional
• UK Driving Licence Categories Explained: Every Category Code
• Category B+E Licence Explained: Towing Rules and How to Get It
• AM Licence UK: What Is It and Who Needs It?
• What Can I Drive on a Category C1 Licence?
• Category D1 Minibus Licence Explained
• Category D Licence (Bus & Coach) Explained
• Category D+E Licence (Bus with Trailer) Explained

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