Take advantage of the IHK's career counseling services
Free consultation from the Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) on apprenticeship contracts, probationary periods, conflicts, or termination of apprenticeship agreements for training companies and apprentices.
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Quick answer
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Documents you need
Identification card or passport
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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
Kostenlos (BAföG-Antrag)
How to proceed
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Contact the relevant Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) in the trainee's place of business or residence.
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Schedule a consultation
Schedule an appointment by phone or online.
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Submit an application
Submit it in person, by mail, or online to the appropriate agency and keep the confirmation of receipt.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Companies offering apprenticeships and apprentices in the commercial or industrial sectors.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. 3 days
Success rate
approx. 90.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Documents are incomplete—check the checklist before submitting
- •Wrote to the wrong agency—clarify jurisdiction beforehand
Common reasons for rejection
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
Read the decision carefully: often submitting missing documents or reapplying helps more than an objection.
Questions & Answers
Can apprentices also use the IHK's advisory services?▼
Yes, the counseling service is available to both companies and trainees.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Source
- Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung
- Data quality
- 91 %