What is a B96 licence in Finland and how do you get it?
A middle step between B and BE.
Short answer
Traficom says a B/96 combination licence entitles you to drive a car or van with a trailer over 750 kg when the combination exceeds 3,500 kg but not 4,250 kg. To get it you need a permit to upgrade your licence, which you apply for at a service point of Ajovarma, Traficom's service provider. Driving schools say B/96 needs no theory test or vehicle handling test, only a driving test, whereas BE also needs a theory test and a handling test. One driving school lists authority fees of €45 for the permit and €85 for the B/96 driving test.
Why
- Combination 3,500–4,250 kg.
- Apply at Ajovarma.
- Driving test only.
Details
Traficom says the test combination must exceed 3,500 kg but not 4,250 kg.
Tip
If you plan to tow horse or large boat trailers, compare B96 with BE before choosing.
What may differ
The fee figures come from a driving school page; check current fees with Ajovarma.
Common misconception
B96 needs the same tests as a BE licence.
What actually happens
Driving schools say B96 needs only a driving test.
People also ask
- What licence do you need to tow a trailer in Finland?
- What is the speed limit with a trailer in Finland?
- What can you drive with a category B licence in Finland?
Sources
- Traficom: Towing a trailer with a carChecked at:
- Traficom: Requirements for driving examination vehiclesChecked at:
- Driving school CAP: B/96 driving licenceChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Traffic rules and fees change, so check Traficom, Liikenneturva or the police before you drive.
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