Driver's license
Application for the issuance or renewal of a driver's license.
How to proceed
- 1
Choose a driving school
Registration and theory classes.
- 2
Meet the requirements
Eye exam, first aid, passport photo.
- 3
Take exams
Theory and practical exams.
- 4
Pick up your driver's license
At the municipal office after passing the exam.
Required documents
- Biometric passport photoMandatory
- Eye Exam CertificateMandatoryOften forgotten
- First Aid Course CertificateMandatoryOften forgotten
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
ca. 40 € Behörde (Fahrschule extra)
Processing time
approx. 1 months
Official: max. approx. 1 months
Common mistakes
- • First aid course not completed
- • Eye exam is missing
- • Driving lessons not documented
Common reasons for rejection
- • Failed the MPU
- • Driver's license revoked
You can usually file an objection against a rejection.
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Individuals aged 17 or older (supervised driving) or 18 or older for Class B.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 1 months
Success rate
approx. 78.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •First aid course not completed
- •Eye exam is missing
- •Driving lessons not documented
Common reasons for rejection
- •Failed the MPU
- •Driver's license revoked
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.
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How much does a Class B driver's license cost?▼
€2,000–3,500, including driving school and exams.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Source
- Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt
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Driver's license by city
Regional processing times, responsibilities and specifics.