In Ireland, there are several different categories of driving licences, each permitting you to drive certain types of vehicles. The most common category is the B licence, which allows you to control cars and vans up to 3.5 tonnes. A car driver's authorization can be also categorized into 'B1' for smaller vehicles like mopeds or tricycles, or 'B96'

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