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Driver's license in Aachen

Driver's license in Aachen is handled by the Führerscheinstelle Aachen. What differs from the national average – and what does not.

Führerscheinstelle Aachen
Processing in Aachen: approx. 2 months

Responsible office for Driver's license in Aachen

Führerscheinstelle Aachen · Führerscheinstelle

Die Führerscheinstelle wird von der StädteRegion Aachen betrieben (Standort Würselen). Terminvereinbarung erforderlich.

Carlo-Schmid-Straße 452146 Würselen

0241 5198-6500

info.stva@staedteregion-aachen.de

Mo 07:30–15:00, Di 07:30–12:30, Mi 07:30–12:30+14:00–17:00, Do 07:30–15:00Fr 07:30–12:30Sa 07:30–11:00

How to proceed

  1. 1

    Choose a driving school

    Registration and theory classes.

  2. 2

    Meet the requirements

    Eye exam, first aid, passport photo.

  3. 3

    Take exams

    Theory and practical exams.

  4. 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

You can find the responsible authority in Aachen with all contact details above.

All authorities for Driver's license →

Fees

ca. 40 € Behörde (Fahrschule extra)

Processing time

approx. 2 months in Aachen

Official: max. approx. 1 months

Online application

In person or by post

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

Aachen: approx. approx. 2 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.

Everything about Driver's license

Regional overview

In Aachen, Driver's license currently takes about approx. 2 months. Statutory maximum: approx. 1 months. In practice it is rarely below this. Responsible: Führerscheinstelle Aachen. The Führerscheinstelle Aachen in Aachen currently needs about approx. 2 months. Booking an appointment online saves waiting time at the counter. Submit complete documents with your first application – every query costs weeks.

Questions & Answers

How much does a Class B driver's license cost?

€2,000–3,500, including driving school and exams.

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