How to Buy German Driver’s License Online

As part of their move to Germany, migrants must complete the process for acquiring a German driver’s license in order to ensure everyone on the road’s safety. If coming from outside Germany but holding valid drivers license from EU or exchange partner nations (Canada, Australia, Japan South Korea Switzerland etc), this process may be made simpler for foreigners.

For exchanging a foreign license, first visit your local Fuhrerscheinstelle and book an appointment well in advance as these offices can fill quickly. At the Fuhrerscheinstelle, present your license along with proof of address and other necessary documents before having your application processed; should everything go smoothly you’ll receive a slip certifying that you can drive until your permanent license arrives in the mail.

Next step in your license acquisition journey should be taking both written and driving tests. On the written test, you’ll answer questions in English for translation by an examiner into German; after which, you’ll take a practical driving exam with your instructor sitting in the passenger seat accompanied by an examiner; during this exam they’ll give instructions on how to operate your vehicle according to German laws as well as rules of the road in Germany. You must pass both written and practical tests in order to receive your license – if not you may retake them up to two more times with at least two week intervals between tests each attempt retaken before repeating once more until success is achieved – however