What is the difference between an N1 and N2 van for cross-border European freight?

An N1 van has a GVW up to 3,500 kg, needs only a Category B driving licence, and moves freely across EU member state borders in commercial freight without additional permits. An N2 van exceeds 3,500 kg GVW, requires a Category C1 licence, and is subject to tachograph recording rules on commercial routes — which adds driver hours monitoring and digital record-keeping obligations that do not apply to N1 panel vans.

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