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driving licence categories in tunisia

Drivago Team 05/06/2026 2 min read
Driving licence categories in Tunisia

Table of categories

Category Authorised vehicles
A1Light motorcycle
AAll motorcycles
BPassenger cars
B+EPassenger cars with a trailer > 750 kg
CHeavy goods vehicles over 3,5 tonnes
C+EHeavy goods vehicles over 3,5 tonnes with a trailer > 750 kg
DBuses
D+EArticulated buses
D1Taxis and hire cars
HAgricultural vehicles and machinery

Restriction on the validity of the driving licence

If, when the licence is issued or renewed, it is found that the applicant has a condition that is compatible with obtaining this licence but liable to worsen, the validity of the licence may be limited in duration by the ATTT, following the opinion of a specialised committee.

How many licence categories are there in Tunisia?

About ten: A1, A, B, B+E, C, C+E, D, D+E, D1 and H, depending on the type of vehicle.

Which licence is needed for a passenger car?

The category B licence.

Which licence is needed for a motorcycle?

A1 for light motorcycles, A for all motorcycles.

Which licence is needed for a heavy goods vehicle or a bus?

C and C+E for heavy goods vehicles (+3,5 tonnes), D for buses.

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