Did you know that there are 11 different driving licence classes in Singapore? You’re most probably familiar with the Class 3/3A licence , as it’s a common one that people get after passing their driving tests.
But apart from that, there’s also something called the Class 2 licence , Class 4 licence, and Class 5 licence.
With so many licence classes available, it’s easy to feel confused as to which one you should go for. This easy guide will help you understand the different types of licence classes in Singapore so that you can make a better informed decision. 🙌
Remember we said that there are 11 different driving licence classes in Singapore? They are as follows:
A Class 1 licence is only issued to a person with physical disabilities.
The vehicles that Class 1 licence holders are allowed to drive are known as invalid carriages, which are vehicles built specifically for use by physically disabled individuals. These vehicles have an unladen weight that is not beyond 250kg.
Class 2 licences specifically allow you to ride motorcycles. They’re further divided into 3 subclasses.
This is the most basic motorcycle licence every newbie will get once they’ve passed their tests.
It allows you to ride smaller, less powerful motorcycles with cylinder capacities that are less than 200cc, or electric motorcycles that have power ratings less than 15kW.
Class 2A is the middle ground between Class 2 and Class 2B. You’ll be able to upgrade to this licence 1 year after obtaining Class 2B.
This licence allows holders to ride motorcycles with cylinder capacities exceeding 200cc but beneath 400cc, or electric motorcycles with power ratings that exceed 15kW but do not exceed 25kW.
If there was a licence that would let you ride all bikes, it would be this one.
The Class 2 licence allows the holder to operate motorcycles with a cylinder capacity exceeding 400cc, or an electric motorcycle with a power rating exceeding 25kW.
You’ll be able to get the Class 2 licence after 1 year of holding the Class 2A licence.
The Class 3 licence is perhaps the most sought after in Singapore as it allows you to drive cars. It’s divided into 4 different subclasses.
Class 3 is a very broad category, and it goes beyond cars to even include some vans! These are the vehicles you’ll be able to drive with a Class 3 driving licence:
This class is inclusive of all Class 3 vehicles that can be driven without the use of a clutch pedal (aka automatic transmission). As many vehicles now use automatic transmission, it is the most common of the Class 3 subclasses.
A Class 3C licence allows the holder to drive vehicles that are not within the following categories:
In a similar vein to the Class 3A licence, this particular subclass lets the holder drive Class 3C vehicles that don’t have a clutch pedal.
In general, Class 3 licences are suitable for a wide range of drivers and not just people looking to drive a car. It all depends on your occupation and your needs, wants, and preferences of vehicle.
Note to GetGoers: Please avoid booking 9-seater cars and vans if you hold a Class 3C and/or Class 3CA driving licence. Driving vehicles not permitted by your licence class is a punishable offence by law. Learn more.
