Exchanging an EU driver's license in Merzig
Exchanging an EU driver's license in Merzig is handled by Führerscheinstelle Landkreis Merzig-Wadern (zuständig für Merzig); in the region it currently takes about approx. 2 weeks.
Quick answer
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Documents you need
Biometric passport photo · Old driver's license
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Costs
ca. 30–50 € Behörde
Processing time
approx. 2 weeks in Merzig
The Führerscheinstelle Landkreis Merzig-Wadern (zuständig für Merzig) in Merzig currently needs about approx. 2 weeks. Booking an appointment online saves waiting time at the counter.
Official: max. approx. 3 weeks
How to proceed
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Check the return period
Deadlines are staggered based on year of birth or date of issuance.
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Submit an application to the Driver's License Office
Online or in person, with a biometric photo and your old driver's license.
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Get a new driver's license
By mail or in-person pickup.
Required documents
- Biometric passport photoMandatoryOften forgotten
- Old driver's licenseMandatory
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Holders of old paper driver’s licenses or EU/EEA driver’s licenses who are required or wish to exchange them for a current card-style driver’s license.
Income limit
Success rate
approx. 97.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Missed the exchange deadline (based on year of birth/year of issuance)
- •The biometric photo does not meet the requirements
Common reasons for rejection
- •Foreign driver's license not compliant with EU/EEA regulations
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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Questions & Answers
When is the deadline for returning the item?▼
The deadlines for renewal are staggered according to year of birth (for old driver’s licenses) or year of issuance and extend through 2033, depending on the year in question.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Data quality
- 100 %
Read more
- Führerscheinstelle Landkreis Merzig-Wadern (zuständig für Merzig)
Responsible authority
- Exchanging an EU driver's license in Merzig
- City Merzig
- State information
Regional specifics
- Authorities
- International Driver's License
Additional document for travel outside the EU
- Exchanging an EU driver's license – overview