Driving licence: Minimum age - Exceptions

Please note in particular our information under:

  • Performance specification

    The minimum age for obtaining a driving licence for classes A2, B, BE, C1 and C1E is generally 18 years. The driving licence for categories A1, AM, L and T can already be obtained at the age of 16.

    Detailed information on the relevant minimum age for the driving licence classes is provided by the Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure on its website.

    The granting of a driving licence before reaching the respective minimum age can only be considered if there are exceptional circumstances in your person that differ significantly from the situation of peers and waiting until you reach the minimum age would mean an unreasonable hardship for you.

    Special information for - District of Waldeck-Frankenberg

    In Hesse, for example, the AM driving licence can currently be obtained at the age of 15.

  • Process flow

    If a driving licence class is to be issued before the minimum age is reached, you must submit an application for approval of an exception. The driving licence authority may order the submission of a medical-psychological report to clarify the suitability in order to prepare its decision.

  • What are the fees?

    Special information for - District of Waldeck-Frankenberg

    The administrative fee is charged in accordance with the Fee Regulations for Road Traffic Measures (GebOSt).
    The amount of the fee depends on numerous different factors.
    Information in individual cases is provided by the locally competent authority.

  • Legal basis


Who do I need to contact?

Contact the driving licence authority of the district or city in which you have your main residence.

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