Apply for a special permit for road traffic
Special permits for oversized and heavy-duty transport, exemptions from traffic bans or restrictions under the StVO.
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Damit wir Apply for a special permit for road traffic mit dem zuständigen Straßenverkehrsbehörde in Ihrer Stadt anzeigen können.
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Quick answer
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Documents you need
Identification card or passport · Form / Application
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Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
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How to do it
Apply directly online
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Costs
ca. 30–50 € Behörde
How to proceed
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Submit an application to the Department of Motor Vehicles
Including a detailed description of the vehicle, cargo, and route.
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Review by the authority
If necessary, coordinate with other relevant agencies along the route.
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Approval subject to conditions
For example, escort vehicles, specific times.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Freight forwarders, businesses, and private individuals who need to deviate from traffic regulations (e.g., heavy hauls, no-entry zones).
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 3 weeks
Success rate
approx. 75.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •The request was submitted too close to the scheduled transport
- •Route information is incomplete
Common reasons for rejection
- •Road safety not guaranteed
- •Inappropriate route (e.g., bridges with weight restrictions)
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
Questions & Answers
How much does it cost to apply for a special permit for road traffic?▼
Approx. 30–50 € government agency.
How long does it take to apply for a special permit for road traffic?▼
Typically about 21 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Source
- Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt
- Data quality
- 100 %