{"id":106,"date":"2026-07-30T08:36:14","date_gmt":"2026-07-30T06:36:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/start.fahrschule-fahrplan.de\/ablauf\/"},"modified":"2026-07-30T08:36:14","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T06:36:14","slug":"ablauf","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.fahrschule-fahrplan.de\/en\/ablauf\/","title":{"rendered":"This is how you get your driving licence"},"content":{"rendered":"
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From registration to getting your driving licence<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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This is how you get your driving licence<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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From the initial visit to passing the test \u2013 every step explained, with the deadlines and fees that actually apply. To register, your identity card is sufficient.<\/strong><\/p>

How long does that take?<\/a>  \u00b7  The eight stations<\/a>  \u00b7  Registration and application<\/a>  \u00b7  If it doesn\u2019t go to plan<\/a>  \u00b7  Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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The timeframe<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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How long will the whole thing take?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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How long it takes to get your driving licence depends on your progress, regular driving lessons, the administrative process and the available test dates. Submit the initial application early<\/strong> \u2013 You will not be admitted to the theory test until the relevant authority has processed your application.<\/p>

Registration<\/strong><\/td>Available at short notice during consultation hours<\/td><\/tr>
Theory<\/strong><\/td>Joining is possible on any of the scheduled class evenings<\/td><\/tr>
Practice<\/strong><\/td>Start subject to availability and personal scheduling<\/td><\/tr>
authority<\/strong><\/td>The City of Frankfurt determines the processing time<\/td><\/tr>
Exams<\/strong><\/td>upon completing training, receiving regulatory approval, reaching exam readiness and having an available appointment<\/td><\/tr><\/table><\/div>

You can take a break if you have to. It\u2019s easier to do it all in one go, though \u2013 if you stop for a long time, you\u2019ll have a lot of catching up to do.<\/p>

The guide provides a detailed timetable with real-life scenarios How long does it really take to get a driving licence?<\/a> If you are still unsure about the class, help Driving licence categories in Germany<\/a> and the comparison B197 or manual<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Step by step<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The eight stations<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Drop by<\/p>

Without an appointment, during any consultation hour, in one of our four branches. All you need to bring is your identity card<\/strong> \u2013 and the questions you\u2019d like answers to. In the case of minors, parents usually come along; at BF17, it\u2019s often the parents who receive most of the advice.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Advice and registration<\/p>

About 20 minutes, with no pressure to buy. We\u2019ll help you work out which option is right for you \u2013 classic Class B<\/a>, B197<\/a> or B78<\/a> \u2013 you bet BF17<\/a> suits you. Your registration is then valid at all four locations: you are free to decide where you take your lessons and where you have driving lessons, and you may also mix them. Theory lessons take place at selected locations \u2013 the dates are in the theory schedule. You can read more about accompanied driving in the guide Driving licence at 17 (BF17)<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Application to the authorities<\/p>

You can apply for your first driving licence in Frankfurt submit online<\/strong> \u2013 we'll explain to you when you register which documents you need for it. You need an eye test, a biometric passport photo and a first aid certificate for the application to the authorities, not yet for registration with us. Exactly which documents are required is listed on the page Documents and paperwork<\/a>. Furthermore, the guide describes the exact procedure for the application. Apply for a driving licence<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Theory lessons (in German)<\/p>

For category B it is 14 double lessons of 90 minutes each<\/strong>: twelve on the core material, two on category B. Lessons are held Monday to Friday, 6 pm to 9 pm<\/strong>, not on Saturdays. You can board on any of these evenings \u2013 there are no fixed course start dates and no prescribed order. You can make up for missed evenings whenever it suits you \u2013 at the locations listed in the theory schedule. An iPad is available in every branch for learning. How best to prepare is shown by the 3-week study plan<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Driving lessons<\/p>

Alongside the theory. You take practical lessons as needed \u2013 there is no statutory minimum number for this. The only mandatory requirements are twelve special training drives<\/strong> of 45 minutes each. If you need to cancel an appointment, we need to know 24 hours in advance<\/strong>. How the first driving lesson<\/a> expires and how many Driving lessons you really need<\/a>, our guides explain. What to do with Special services<\/a> happens, it says there as well.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Test order and theory test<\/p>

As soon as the authority has concluded your procedure, the test order goes directly to us<\/strong> \u2013 you don't need to worry about anything. We'll get in touch with you via WhatsApp<\/strong>, as soon as the paperwork arrives. After that, you book your exam date with us: we reserve slots with the T\u00dcV every week. The exam includes 30 questions<\/strong>, passed with at most ten error points<\/strong> \u2013 with one exception: anyone who answers two five-point questions incorrectly has failed, even with exactly ten points. You can take it in German or in twelve foreign languages. Beforehand, you can take a free practice test with us. Fee: \u20ac24.99<\/strong>, directly to the T\u00dcV. You can find everything you need to know about the exam itself in the guide Driving licence theory test<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Practical test<\/p>

In the usual driving school car, with your driving instructor on board. It lasts 55 minutes<\/strong>, of which at least 30 minutes is actual driving time. Fee: \u20ac129.83<\/strong>, also directly to the T\u00dcV. When the practical exam takes place depends on your readiness for the exam and the available exam dates. What is assessed in the exam is explained Category B basic driving tasks<\/a>, tips for exam day Practical test: the best tips<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Pass the test and receive your driving entitlement<\/p>

After passing the practical test, you will receive the one intended for your case Driving licence<\/strong>. Depending on the administrative procedure, you will be issued the photocard driving licence or a provisional certificate.

At BF17<\/a> you will receive the examination certificate first \u2013 the probationary period<\/a> begins with its issuance. With the regular acquisition of category B, it begins with the issue of the driving licence.

One exception: anyone who has a Convert a foreign driving licence<\/a> leaves, then goes to the driving licence office and surrenders the old driving licence there. What is important immediately after passing the test is in the guide Passed! And now?<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Often confused<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Registration and an application are two different things<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Enrolment at the driving school<\/p>

Just your identity card.<\/strong> If you are there early enough, you will be sitting in the theory session that same evening.<\/p><\/div>

Application to the authorities<\/p>

You\u2019ll need an eye test, a biometric passport photo and proof of first-aid training first here<\/strong> \u2013 and we\u2019ll help you with that. We don\u2019t offer eye tests or first-aid courses ourselves; you\u2019ll need to find a provider in your area for these.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

Two deadlines that hardly anyone is aware of<\/p>

Twelve months between exams.<\/strong> Once you have passed the theory test, you must sit the practical test within twelve months \u2013 otherwise the theory test will no longer be valid (Section 18(2) of the FeV).<\/p>

At the earliest six months in advance.<\/strong> You can submit your application six months before your relevant birthday. You may sit the theory test three months beforehand, and the practical test one month beforehand.<\/p><\/div>

You can find all the relevant checklists on the page Documents and paperwork<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Who gets money and when?<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Not everything goes through us. Three organisations want money \u2013 and at different times.<\/p>

City of Frankfurt<\/strong>
when submitting an application<\/span><\/td>		45,90 \u20ac<\/strong>
BF17 with one accompanying person: \u20ac63.00 (\u20ac54.60 basic fee + \u20ac8.40 per accompanying person)<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
T\u00dcV theory test<\/strong>
on the day of the exam<\/span><\/td>		24,99 \u20ac<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
T\u00dcV practical test<\/strong>
on the day of the exam<\/span><\/td>		129,83 \u20ac<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
eye test, first aid, passport photo<\/strong>
external providers<\/span><\/td>		depending on the provider<\/td><\/tr><\/table>

The fee that applies at the time of the test is the one you pay. With BF17, registering the accompanying persons can give rise to additional fees.<\/p><\/div>

The cost of training with us can be found on the page Prices<\/a>. You can find a detailed sample calculation with all items at How much does a driving licence cost<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Then you keep practising and sit the test again. A retake is at the earliest after two weeks<\/strong> possible; the actual date also depends on your preparation and the available exam slots. A three-month ban, which one sometimes hears about, isn't there<\/strong>.<\/p>

In the meantime, you carry on driving as normal. How many practice lessons are advisable until then is something you discuss with your driving instructor.<\/p>

Each time you retake the test, the driving school\u2019s test presentation fee and the T\u00dcV fee are charged again.<\/p>

The guidebook describes the entire procedure for the second attempt Failed your driving test \u2013 what now?<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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In a nutshell<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Frequently asked questions about the process<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Your identity card \u2013 and the questions you want answered. You only need the eye test, passport photo and first-aid certificate later for the official application.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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You can join on any evening of classes, Monday to Friday from 6 pm to 9 pm. If you register in time, it's often possible to start the very same evening.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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That depends on your schedule and our current driving lesson planning. We will discuss the start with you when you register.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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No. There is no fixed order and no minimum interval. You make up missed evenings whenever it suits you \u2013 in the branches listed in the theory schedule.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Yes, that is possible. However, it is easier if done in one go \u2013 after a longer break, you have to catch up on a lot of things.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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The City of Frankfurt determines the processing time and it depends on the workload. Therefore, submit the application as early as possible \u2013 you will only be admitted to the theory test after that. As soon as we receive the test order, we will contact you via WhatsApp.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Up to 24 hours in advance. After that, the lesson will be charged according to the applicable training agreement.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Once you have passed the practical test, you receive the proof of driving entitlement provided for your case. That can be the prepared photocard licence or an interim proof. With BF17 you first receive the test certificate.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Next step<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Drop in to one of our four branches without an appointment during any consultation time. We will walk you through the process, work out the right option for you and tell you honestly when you can get started. Whether you register or not is entirely up to you.<\/p>

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