The probationary period for a driving licence is a particularly important phase for many novice drivers. During this time, stricter road traffic rules apply and violations can quickly have serious consequences.<\/p>\n
Whether you have just passed your driving test and are in your probationary period, or want to find out in advance what happens if you get caught speeding during your probationary period: here you will find all the answers explained simply.<\/p>\n
The probationary period for a driving licence in Germany is generally two years.<\/span><\/p>\n Important: The probationary period begins with the issuance of the driving licence and not already with the test.<\/span><\/p>\n This means that your probationary period starts earlier if you get your driving licence at 17.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Yes, and that is one of the most important points.<\/span><\/p>\n The extension of the probationary period follows a clear system:<\/strong><\/p>\n It is also said: Two B-offences count as one A-offence.<\/strong><\/p>\n So the probationary period is always extended whenever you break important traffic rules.<\/p>\n Not every breach has the same impact on the probationary period. There are two categories:<\/p>\n A major traffic violation is considered serious, for example:<\/span><\/p>\n Even a single category A offence leads to the probationary period being extended.<\/span><\/p>\n A minor traffic violation is less severe:<\/span><\/p>\n Two less serious offences have the same effect as a major offence.<\/span><\/p>\n If you are caught speeding during your probationary period, it depends on the extent of the speeding violation:<\/p>\n That means:<\/span><\/p>\n Important: Even minor offences can add up.<\/strong><\/p>\n Any questions?<\/a><\/p>\n The improvement course is the first measure in the event of offences.<\/span><\/p>\n When do you have to take part?<\/b><\/p>\n Process:<\/b><\/p>\n Important<\/strong>If you do not participate within the deadline, your driving licence will be revoked. Participation in an improvement seminar is therefore compulsory.<\/span><\/p>\n Advanced seminar in Frankfurt:<\/strong> If you are ordered to attend an improvement seminar (ASF), you can complete it directly at our driving school \u2013 you can find all information, dates and prices on our seminar page aufbauseminar-frankfurt.de<\/a>.<\/p>\n Zero-tolerance drink-driving limit<\/span><\/p>\n That means:<\/span><\/p>\n This rule also applies to drivers under the age of 21.<\/p>\n The driving licence authority operates a tiered system:<\/p>\n Anyone who commits multiple offences during their probationary period risks having their driving licence revoked entirely.<\/span><\/p>\n You risk having your driving licence withdrawn:<\/strong><\/p>\n After a Driving licence disqualification<\/a> A new driving licence can often only be issued subject to an additional assessment or an MPU.<\/span><\/p>\n If you have completed the probationary period without any offences:<\/span><\/p>\n Good news: After that, there will be no further probationary measures.<\/span><\/p>\n Many new drivers make similar mistakes:<\/span><\/p>\n In addition, we can also help you with issues such as Driving licence renewal<\/a>,\u00a0driving licence exchange <\/a>as well as other questions concerning driving licences and official formalities.<\/span><\/p>\n Our tip: drive consciously, defensively and anticipatingly \u2013 especially in the early years.<\/strong><\/p>\n The probationary period for a driving licence isn't just bureaucratic hassle, but serves your safety. Anyone who knows the rules and sticks to them has nothing to fear. With the right behaviour, you can easily get through the probationary period without any extension, without an improvement seminar and without stress.<\/p>\n Our tip: <\/b>Make the most of your time at driving school and remain attentive on the road even afterwards.<\/p>\n You want to get safely through your probation period or start your driving licence? We at Driving School Frankfurt<\/a> accompany you from day one to confident driving experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Find out more and get started!\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n\n
Does the probationary period extend in the event of an offence?<\/h2>\n
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Category A violation and Category B violation: Differences simply explained<\/h3>\n
Serious category A traffic offence<\/h3>\n
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minor traffic violation<\/h3>\n
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Caught speeding during the probationary period: what happens now?<\/h2>\n
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Improvement course for novice drivers: procedure and obligation<\/h2>\n
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Zero tolerance: drink driving for novice drivers<\/h2>\n
The following applies to novice drivers<\/h3>\n
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Consequences<\/h3>\n
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Penalty points system: What happens in the event of multiple offences?<\/h2>\n
Level 1<\/h3>\n
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Stage 2<\/h3>\n
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Stage 3<\/h3>\n
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Driving licence suspension during the probationary period<\/h2>\n
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End of the probationary period: What happens next?<\/h2>\n
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Avoiding common mistakes during the probationary period<\/h2>\n
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Conclusion: Safely passing the driving test probation period<\/h2>\n