Driver's license in Kiel
Driver's license in Kiel is handled by the Führerscheinstelle Kiel. What differs from the national average – and what does not.
Responsible office for Driver's license in Kiel
Führerscheinstelle Kiel · Führerscheinstelle
Saarbrückenstraße 14724113 Kiel
Mo, Do 07:30–16:00 · Di 07:30–18:00 · Fr 07:30–12:00
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
You can find the responsible authority in Kiel with all contact details above.
All authorities for Driver's license →Fees
ca. 40 € Behörde (Fahrschule extra)
Processing time
approx. 2 months in Kiel
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
Kiel: 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 Kiel, Driver's license currently takes about approx. 2 months. Statutory maximum: approx. 1 months. In practice it is rarely below this. Responsible: Führerscheinstelle Kiel. In Kiel we expect around approx. 2 months processing time – based on reports from the region, not on official figures. 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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