Categories of driving licence

In Georgia, a driving license category determines which type of vehicle you are legally permitted to drive — category A is for motorcycles, B for regular passenger cars, C for trucks, D for buses, and AM for mopeds and scooters.

Information about these driving license categories and subcategories is important so that you can choose and obtain the driving entitlement that best matches your goals and needs. 

Category	Vehicle	Minimum Age	Special Requirement
AM	Moped, scooter	16	-
A1	Light motorcycle (≤125cc)	17	-
A2	Medium motorcycle	18	-
A	Motorcycle (no restrictions)	24 (21 if A2 was obtained 2 years earlier)	A2 experience
B1	Quadricycle / light vehicle	16	-
B	Passenger car	17	-
BE	B + trailer	18	Category B
C1	Vehicle weighing 3,500–7,500 kg	18
CE	C + trailer	21	Category B
C1E	C1 + trailer	18	Category C1
C	Heavy vehicle	21	Category B
D1	Passenger vehicle with 8–16 seats	21	C/C1
DE	D + trailer	24	Category D
D1E	D1 + trailer	21	Category D1
D	Bus	24	C/C1/D1/D

Category AM: Mopeds and Light Quadricycles

• Moped: A two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle with a design speed exceeding 25 km/h but not exceeding 45 km/h.
• Light quadricycle: A four-wheeled motor vehicle with a design speed exceeding 25 km/h but not exceeding 45 km/h.

Category AM is issued from the age of 16.

*In addition, a minor must present a birth certificate or a notarized copy of it. The minor must also appear at the exam with a parent or present a notarized parental consent form.

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Category A: Motorcycle

Category A is issued from the age of 24 (from the age of 21 if, at least 2 years before applying for the right to drive a vehicle in this category, the person had already been granted the right to drive a vehicle in the A2 subcategory).

Subcategory A1: A motorcycle with an engine displacement of no more than 125 cm³ and a maximum power of 11 kW (light motorcycle).

Subcategory A1 is issued from the age of 17.

Subcategory A2: A motorcycle with a maximum power of no more than 35 kW and a power-to-weight ratio not exceeding 0.2 kW/kg.

Subcategory A2 is issued from the age of 18.

Category B

A Category B driving license allows you to drive a passenger car with a permitted maximum mass of no more than 3,500 kg and no more than 8 passenger seats, excluding the driver's seat.

You may also drive a Category B vehicle with a trailer whose permitted maximum mass does not exceed 750 kg. If the trailer weighs more than 750 kg, you may drive the combination provided that the trailer's weight does not exceed the unladen weight of the vehicle and the total permitted maximum mass does not exceed 3,500 kg. Many drivers begin choosing their first car after obtaining a Category B driving licence. If you don't want to purchase a car outright, you can explore car leasing options.

Category B is issued from the age of 17.

Subcategory B1: Motorized tricycles and quadricycles.

Category B1 is issued from the age of 16.

Category BE

If you attach to a Category B vehicle a trailer whose permitted maximum mass exceeds 750 kg and the unladen mass of the vehicle, or if the total permitted maximum mass of the combination exceeds 3,500 kg, the corresponding Category BE driving entitlement is required.

Category BE is issued from the age of 18.

Category C

If a vehicle's permitted maximum mass exceeds 3,500 kg and it is not a passenger vehicle belonging to Category D1 or D, a Category C driving license is required. In addition, you may drive a Category C vehicle with a trailer whose permitted maximum mass does not exceed 750 kg.

Category C is issued from the age of 21.

Subcategory C1

If a vehicle's permitted maximum mass exceeds 3,500 kg but does not exceed 7,500 kg, and it does not belong to Category D1 or D, a Category C1 driving license is required. You may also drive a Category C1 vehicle with a trailer whose permitted maximum mass does not exceed 750 kg.

Category C1 is issued from the age of 18.

Category CE

A Category C vehicle coupled with a trailer whose permitted maximum mass exceeds 750 kg.

Category CE is issued from the age of 21.

Subcategory C1E

A Category C1 vehicle coupled with a trailer whose permitted maximum mass exceeds 750 kg but does not exceed the unladen mass of the vehicle, provided that the total permitted maximum mass of the combination does not exceed 12,000 kg.

Category C1E is issued from the age of 18.

Category D

A vehicle designed to transport passengers with more than 8 passenger seats, excluding the driver's seat, as well as a Category D vehicle coupled with a trailer whose permitted maximum mass does not exceed 750 kg.

Category D is issued from the age of 24.

Subcategory D1

If a vehicle is designed to transport passengers and has more than 8 but no more than 16 passenger seats, excluding the driver's seat, and its length does not exceed 8 meters, a Category D1 driving license is required. You may also drive a Category D1 vehicle with a trailer whose permitted maximum mass does not exceed 750 kg.

Category D1 is issued from the age of 21.

Category DE

A Category D vehicle coupled with a trailer whose permitted maximum mass exceeds 750 kg.

Category DE is issued from the age of 24.

Subcategory D1E

A Category D1 vehicle coupled with a trailer that is not intended for passenger transportation and whose permitted maximum mass exceeds 750 kg but does not exceed the unladen mass of the vehicle, provided that the total permitted maximum mass of the combination does not exceed 12,000 kg.

Category D1E is issued from the age of 21.

Category T

A wheeled or tracked agricultural machine designed for agricultural, land reclamation, or forestry work, as well as a Category T motor vehicle coupled with a trailer.

Category T is issued from the age of 17.

Category S

A wheeled or tracked specialized self-propelled machine designed for road construction work, with a design speed exceeding 6 km/h but less than 45 km/h, as well as a Category S motor vehicle coupled with a trailer.

Category S is issued from the age of 18.

For more detailed information about obtaining a driving license, you can find answers to all your questions on the Service Agency website under the “Issuance Rules” section. The purpose of sharing this information with you in a concise format is to encourage you to explore the topic in greater depth and to remind you that through MOGO leasing, you can purchase the car or scooter of your choice.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I need to take a separate driving test to add a new licence category?

Yes. If you already hold a driving licence and want to add a new category or subcategory, you will generally need to pass the relevant theory and/or practical driving test. The exact requirements depend on the category you wish to obtain.

2. Can I drive a manual transmission vehicle if I passed my driving test in an automatic car?

If you passed your driving test using a vehicle with an automatic transmission, your driving licence will include the relevant restriction. To drive a manual transmission vehicle, you will need to pass an additional practical driving test.

3. Can I add multiple driving licence categories over time?

Yes. You can add new categories to your driving licence at any time, provided you meet the minimum age and any other legal requirements for the category you wish to obtain.

4. Is a medical certificate required to obtain a driving licence?

Yes. A valid medical certificate is required when applying for a driving licence. It confirms that your health condition meets the requirements for operating the relevant category of vehicle.

5. What should I consider before choosing a driving licence category?

Before choosing a driving licence category, consider the type of vehicle you plan to drive both now and in the future. If you only intend to drive a passenger car, a Category B licence is usually sufficient. However, if you plan to ride a motorcycle or drive a truck or bus, you should review the applicable age, qualification, and licensing requirements for those categories to make the right choice.