EUCARIS System

Note: This summary is for general informational purposes and is based on the author’s own research. It does not constitute legal advice. Transport companies and freight forwarders are advised to seek individual guidance from the relevant authorities before deploying driving personnel.

Change of Residence & License Exchange
EUCARIS Guide for Professional Drivers (CE Class)

What is EUCARIS?

EUCARIS (European Car and Driving License Information System) is a technical platform enabling electronic data exchange between national vehicle and driving license registers. Authorities use it to verify whether a driving licence is valid or has already been exchanged in another EU member state.

Importance for Truck Drivers

  • Validity checks for CE driving licence classes.
  • Verification of restrictions and Code 95 entries.
  • Support for residence changes across EU borders.
  • Verification of third-country driving licences.

Benefits

  • Faster processing of licence exchange applications.
  • Reduced risk of administrative delays.
  • Clear and legally secure traceability of licence records.