Commercial Driver's License - Belgium driving Test

If applying for category C license

Category C allows driving trucks over 3.5 tonnes minimum age is 21, except for specific vocational training programs lowering it to 18.

If applying for category Cplus E license

Cplus E allows driving trucks with trailers over 750 kg holding category C is a prerequisite.

If applying for category C1 license

C1 allows driving trucks between 3.5 and 7.5 tonnes suitable for lighter commercial transport.

If applying for category C1plus E license

C1plus E permits C1 trucks with trailers over 750 kg category C1 must be held first.

If obtaining initial driver qualification (Code 95)

Code 95 on the license proves completion of the initial qualification or accelerated course for professional truck drivers.

If renewing driver qualification (Code 95)

Professional drivers must complete approved periodic training to keep Code 95 valid and continue driving commercially.

If holding a foreign truck license

EU licenses can be exchanged in Belgium without retesting non-EU licenses may require theory and practical exams.

If medical fitness certificate expired

Truck drivers must undergo regular medical exams driving without a valid certificate is prohibited.

If eyesight no longer meets standards

Professional drivers must meet strict visual acuity requirements to ensure road safety.

If using digital tachograph

Digital tachograph cards record driving/rest hours driving without one violates EU Regulation (EC) No 561/2006.

If failing tachograph inspection

Incorrect use, manipulation, or non-compliance with tachograph rules can result in fines and license withdrawal.

If exceeding allowed driving hours

Max 9 hours daily driving (extendable to 10 hours twice a week) with required breaks violation results in heavy fines.

If applying for ADR certificate

ADR training and certification are mandatory for transporting dangerous goods by truck in Belgium.

If driving without valid CDL

Operating a truck without a valid commercial license results in fines, license suspension, and possible vehicle impoundment.

If name/address changes

Belgian law requires updating personal details on the license within a set time frame to remain valid.

If losing or damaging license

Driving without the physical license document is prohibited replacements are issued by local municipal offices.

If license expires

Commercial truck licenses must be renewed before expiry to avoid suspension from driving.

If driving for non-commercial purposes with category C

A category C license allows private driving of heavy trucks without Code 95, but only if no commercial activity is involved.

If failing to carry license while driving

Drivers must always carry their physical license while operating a truck failure results in an on-the-spot fine.

If failing periodic health checks for older drivers

Drivers above a certain age must pass extra health checks to retain their commercial license in Belgium.

Commercial Driver’s License