Prerequisites
- Her main residence is in Hamburg.
- You have a valid driving license of classes C or D or a valid passenger transport license.
Documents required
- valid identity card, electronic residence permit (eAT) or passport with current registration confirmation
- valid driving license in EU card format
- Medical report according to Annex 5.1 FeV, not older than 1 year
- Certificate from an ophthalmologist or ophthalmological report according to Annex 6 FeV, not older than 2 years
- Appointment confirmation
Additionally when renewing the truck driving license (C classes):
- biometric passport photo (35x45 millimeters)
Additionally when renewing the bus driving license (D classes):
- biometric passport photo (35x45 millimeters)
- Certificate of good conduct (feature O for official purposes), not older than 3 months
- If you are 50 years or older: medical report according to Annex 5.2 FeV, not older than 1 year
Additionally, when extending the passenger transport license:
- previous passenger transport license
- Certificate of good conduct (feature O for official purposes, apply to the registration authority), not older than three months
- If you are 60 years or older: medical report according to Annex 5.2 FeV, not older than 1 year
Please note
The driving license offices LBV-Mitte and LBV-Nord are responsible.
If you still have an old driver's license issued before January 19, 2013, you must first exchange it for the current card format. To do so, book another appointment.
A passenger transport license is required for the following vehicles if they transport passengers: taxis, ambulances, rental cars, cars on scheduled services, cars used for commercial excursions or holiday trips. Further information can be found under the "Passenger Transport" link (see below).
Deadlines
Your driving license can be extended for a maximum of 5 years.
You can apply for an extension no earlier than six months before your current license expires. You must apply for the extension while your license is still valid. If it has already expired, a new license must be issued.