How to Get a Category D1E Driving Licence in Denmark?

Denmark prices D1E as a genuine package deal; for instance, driving schools. For example, Tørslev Køreskole near Frederikssund quotes 7,000 kroner for the full course, on top of Færdselsstyrelsen's own fee and any extra lessons you might need. This piece covers what D1E authorizes, the exact requirements, and the real costs.

What Category D1E covers

D1E authorizes a D1-category minibus combined with a trailer, the towing setup you'd need for a minibus pulling a trailer.

You need Category D1 first

D1E can only be added if you already hold D1, and D1 itself requires you to already hold Category B.

Minimum age

D1E has the same age requirement as D1.

You don't always need D1E for lighter trailers

This is worth knowing before you commit to the full D1E course. Light trailers up to 750 kg can already be towed with a standard D1 license; you only need D1E specifically once your trailer exceeds that weight.

What it costs

Package pricing for D1E at Danish driving schools typically ranges from 7,000 kroner, though this varies by school and the number of extra driving hours you personally need. On top of the course fee, you'll also pay Færdselsstyrelsen's own administrative fee.

Validity and renewal

D1E is issued for 5 years and requires a medical certificate (lægeattest) at each renewal.

Commercial passenger transport needs more than D1E alone

If you're planning to transport passengers commercially, D1E alone isn't enough; you'll also need basic qualification training (the EU-kvalifikationsbevis), separate from the driving license itself.

What the practical training covers

D1E training focuses on safely maneuvering the combined vehicle and trailer, reversing, turning, coupling and uncoupling, and judging the trailer's extra length and swing in traffic.

Weight assessment for the combination

As with the wider EU framework, D1E's trailer threshold is assessed by maximum permitted mass rather than by how the trailer happens to be loaded at any given moment. The license category is fixed by what the trailer is rated for, not by what it's currently carrying.

Automatic transmission

As with other EU-aligned systems, testing on an automatic-transmission vehicle typically restricts the resulting license to automatic machines only.

DE: the full-bus equivalent

DE follows the same logic as D1E, but for full Category D buses combined with a heavier trailer, sharing the same age requirement as full Category D.

Where D1E sits in Denmark's licensing system

Denmark's license categories include AM, A1, A2, A, B, C1, C, D1, D, plus their E-combinations, alongside T/M for tractors and work machines, with D1E serving as the specific trailer-combination extension to D1.

Upgrading from D1 to D1E

If you already hold a D1 and want to upgrade, most Danish driving schools offer a dedicated upgrade package for D1 holders moving to D1,, typically faster and cheaper than starting a heavy-vehicle category from scratch.

Documents you'll need

• Your existing D1 license
• A valid medical certificate
• Standard identity documentation

Tips that actually help

• Confirm your trailer actually exceeds 750 kg before committing to the full D1E course; lighter trailers don't need it.
• Compare package pricing across a few driving schools, since costs vary.
• Factor in the separate EU-kvalifikationsbevis if commercial passenger transport is part of your plans.
• Ask about upgrade-specific packages if you already hold D1.

Where this fits going forward

D1E in Denmark offers a genuine, clearly priced route to towing heavier trailers behind a minibus. If your plans extend toward professional driving down the line, take a look at the driver section, browse current vacancies, or see who's hiring among employers on FastDriver.eu, as well as our broader job guides. Our driving license in Denmark and license eligibility pages provide the broader picture.

Declaration

This article is provided for general information only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Fees, training requirements and administrative rules can change and may vary by driving school in Denmark. Always confirm current requirements with the official Danish sources before making decisions, such as Færdselsstyrelsen. FastDriver.eu accepts no liability for decisions made based on this information.