Professional passenger transport
Category D - Bus & Coach License
The Category D license is required to drive public passenger vehicles carrying more than 8 passengers: city buses, touring coaches and shuttles. The course combines theory, practical training and a mandatory professional qualification (FIMO Voyageurs). It is the gateway to jobs as a bus driver, coach driver or school transport driver.
How it works
01
Medical
Mandatory heavy group fitness check (with VTC/TAXI endorsement if needed).
02
Theory test
Specific ETG for public passenger transport.
03
Practical
Technical manoeuvres + urban and inter-urban driving.
04
FIMO Voyageurs
Mandatory initial qualification (140h) for professional driving.
What's included
- Initial assessment and logbook
- Heavy goods / passenger transport theory test
- Practical training on buses and coaches
- Preparation for the manoeuvring test and on-road exam
- Optional FIMO Voyageurs qualification (140h)
- Official theory and practical exam sessions
Prerequisites
- Minimum age 24 (21 with a vocational qualification)
- Valid Category B driving license
- Medical examination by a prefecture-approved doctor
- Psychotechnical assessment if required
Frequently asked questions
How much does the D license cost?
On quote — typically between €3,500 and €7,000 depending on the package (with or without FIMO). CPF and Pôle Emploi funding are often available.
Do I need the C license before the D?
No. The D license is directly accessible from the B license, subject to age and medical fitness conditions.
Does the D license include the FIMO?
The FIMO Voyageurs is separate from the D license but mandatory for professional practice. Many schools bundle the D + FIMO together.
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