Can I drive a 9 seater van on a car licence?

Can I drive a 9 seater van on a car licence?

Can I drive a 9 seater with a normal driving licence? Yes, a regular driving licence is all you’ll need to drive a 9 seater in the UK.

How big a van can you drive on a normal license?

3.5 tonnes
You can hire any van up to 3.5 tonnes on a standard driving licence. That includes large vans such as the full size Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter and Volkswagen Crafter.

Is an 8 seater a minibus?

A minibus is commonly classed and will be classed in this website as a vehicle with between 7 to 16 passenger seats. It can be driven on a normal car licence (ie. So they quote and class minibuses as 8 to 17 seats.

How many passengers can you carry on a normal car licence?

Once you have successfully passed your PCV Category D1 practical test, you will then obtain a Category D1 (minibus licence) on your driving licence which will entitle you to drive any minibus up to 17 seats (including drivers seat) for private or hire and reward purposes.

Can you drive an 8 seater minibus on a normal licence?

Smaller vehicles like 8 seater cars aren’t considered minibuses, and under most situations are legal to drive on standard car licences. Driving licences awarded on and after 1 January 1997 do not automatically have the D1 entitlement, which is the full minibus licence.

What is B1 on a driving Licence?

Category B1 You can drive motor vehicles with 4 wheels up to 400kg unladen or 550kg if they’re designed for carrying goods.

What kind of driving licence do you need to drive a van?

A full UK driving licence (category B) entitles you to drive conventional, rigid-axle vans or pick-ups that weigh up to 3.5 tonnes and have up to eight passenger seats. In short, that means you can drive most normal, light vans with a car licence. In 2017 the Government increased the weight limit for electric vans.

How many people can you drive a van with?

You can drive a van that will carry up to 12 people including the driver. If you haven’t driven a van with 11 other passengers before, take it easy because it will be heavy – it could weigh well over two tonnes and the handling characteristics of the van will change considerably.

What kind of driving licence do you need to drive a pick up?

A full UK driving licence (category B) entitles you to drive conventional, rigid-axle vans or pick-ups that weigh up to 3.5 tonnes and have up to eight passenger seats. In short, that means you can drive most normal, light vans with a car licence.

Can you drive a minibus with a driving licence?

Standard driving licence holders can also drive a minibus and trailer over 750 kg. You’re qualified to drive vehicles up to 3,500 kg MAM. This vehicle can have up to eight passenger seats and a trailer up to 750 kg. You can also tow heavier trailers with your van, but the MAM mustn’t be more than 3,500 kg.

A full UK driving licence (category B) entitles you to drive conventional, rigid-axle vans or pick-ups that weigh up to 3.5 tonnes and have up to eight passenger seats. In short, that means you can drive most normal, light vans with a car licence. In 2017 the Government increased the weight limit for electric vans.

When do you need a special driver’s license?

If you are transporting people or goods you will want to make sure you are holding the proper license. So whether you are driving a taxi, a bus, a shuttle, certain sports vehicles, or acting as a chauffeur, we have the information you need to get and stay legally licensed.

Do you need a license to drive a bus?

However, you will need a medical examination certificate to drive any vehicle over 10,000 pounds, or that transports more than 8 passengers (including driver) for monetary compensation, or which transports more than 15 passengers. Must have P endorsement on license for more than 15 passengers for any reason.

What kind of drivers license do I need to rent a moving truck?

Luckily, a normal driver’s license that allows you to drive a passenger vehicle will allow you to rent a moving truck from U-Haul. What does “normal” mean? Here are some specifics. If you’re still not sure whether your license will work or not, take a look at it and see what “class” it is.