Guide to the German driving licence

Reform, theory test and learning: explained clearly by driving instructors, with dates and sources.

• German driving licence reform 2027: what changes for the theoryLearning the theory with an app instead of compulsory lessons: what the planned reform of driver training in Germany means for learners, when it is due and what stays.Read
• Taking the theory test in Germany: registration, procedure and what you needFrom the application at the driving licence authority to test day at TÜV or DEKRA: how to get to the German theory test, today and after the planned reform.Read
• How the German theory test is scored: error points, star questions and the new ruleToday questions carry 2 to 5 error points; from July 2027 every question is to count as one point. What star questions are and what this means for your learning.Read