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Driving licence category
Driving licence category, Carnet B, B sınıfı, BE, motorhome licence, trailer licence
Driving licence category is the legal class required to drive a motorhome or tow a caravan combination according to weight and trailer rules.
In Spain people search for Carnet B; in Turkey, B Sınıfı and BE. The key limits are maximum authorised mass for motorhomes and combined train weight for car-plus-caravan setups.
FAQ
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome over 3,500 kg?
Category C1 for motorhomes between 3,500 kg and 7,500 kg MAM; category C for over 7,500 kg. Most EU motorhomes are under 3,500 kg and require only category B. Always check your specific vehicle's MAM in the registration document.
When does towing a caravan require category BE?
Category BE is required when the trailer's own MAM exceeds 750 kg AND the total combination (tow vehicle + trailer) exceeds 3,500 kg. Example: 2,000 kg car + 1,600 kg caravan = 3,600 kg — BE needed. Rules are identical across the EU but individual national implementations vary slightly.