Take the vocational proficiency exam at the Chamber of Industry and Commerce
Proof of professional competence for regulated professions (e.g., security services, insurance brokerage, real estate brokerage) through an IHK examination.
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Quick answer
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Documents you need
Personalausweis oder Reisepass · Formular / Antrag
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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
20–60 € je nach Gemeinde
How to proceed
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Registration for the Certification Exam
At the relevant Chamber of Industry and Commerce, specifying the relevant field.
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Take the exam
Written and, if necessary, oral exam.
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Receive a certificate
Proof of business registration or permit issuance.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Individuals who wish to register or operate a business that requires a license.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 4 weeks
Success rate
approx. 80.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •The wrong professional qualification exam was selected for the trade
- •Proof of identity is missing
Common reasons for rejection
- •Incomplete application materials
- •Exam fee not paid
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.
Questions & Answers
Wie lange dauert Sachkundeprüfung bei der IHK ablegen?▼
In der Regel ca. 28 Werktage – je nach Behörde und Auslastung.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Source
- Bundesportal (verwaltung.bund.de)
- Data quality
- 100 %