FAQ

Frequently asked questions

At what age can I start training for category B?

You can register for the course from the age of 15.5. Restricted category B driving rights can be obtained from the age of 16. For an initial licence, the theory test can be taken from the age of 17.5 and the practical driving test from the age of 17 years and 9 months. The initial licence is issued from the age of 18 and is valid for two years.

Can courses be paid in instalments?

Any course can be paid in instalments. The first payment is €190.

Does the school provide a car for the Transport Administration driving test?

The school provides a training car for the state driving test in Tallinn with an automatic transmission only.

Can I take the practical driving test in Russian?

No. The state practical driving test is conducted in the official language, Estonian. If needed, the school will provide an interpreter. This is a paid service.

What is required to register for category AM?

The minimum age is 14. A valid medical certificate is required, along with parental consent for students under 18.

Do I need a licence in another category to train for category A?

Yes, a valid driving licence in any category is required to register for category A. The minimum age is 24. If you have held category A2 driving rights for at least two years, you can obtain full category A from the age of 20.

Can I ride a moped or drive a moped car with a category B licence?

Yes. A category B licence also allows you to ride a two-wheeled moped or drive a four-wheeled moped car in category AM. In Estonia, people born before 1 January 1993 may drive category AM vehicles without a driving licence, including without a category B licence.

Can I tow a trailer over 750 kg with a category B licence?

Yes. A category B licence allows you to drive a car with a trailer whose maximum authorised mass exceeds 750 kg, provided that the maximum authorised mass of the car and trailer combination does not exceed 3500 kg. Observe the technical limits of the car and the vehicle combination.

What is category BE used for?

Category BE allows you to drive a car with a trailer — a vehicle combination with a gross weight of more than 3.5 tonnes and up to 7 tonnes. This includes towing a boat trailer, a caravan or a horse trailer.