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Apply for a provisional driving license

If you have lost your driving licence or would like to apply for an extension, you can receive a provisional driving licence for the transitional period (sending of the EU card driving licence).

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Detailed description

If your driving license has been lost or if you would like to apply for an extension, you can receive a provisional driving license for the transition period (sending the EU driving license).

 

Information

Prerequisites

  • You no longer have your driving license or you need to renew it. You must also submit an application for a replacement or renewal of your driving license in order to receive a provisional driving license.
  • The main residence of the driver’s license holder is Hamburg

Documents required

  • a valid identity card or an electronic residence permit (eAT) or passport with current confirmation of registration
  • if applicable, the existing driving license
  • the appointment confirmation

Please note

The provisional driving license is only valid in Germany and does not entitle you to drive abroad.

The State Transport Authority (LBV). Applications can only be submitted at the LBV-Mitte or LBV-Nord locations.

Deadlines

The provisional driving license is usually valid for 3 months.

Procedure

  • You book an appointment online.
    • On our website for booking appointments, select the category "Driver's License"
    • Depending on your needs, please book one of the following appointments:
      • "Application for a replacement driving licence after loss, damage or theft" if you have lost your driving licence or it has been stolen or damaged,
      • "Extension C/CE, D/DE + Application for driver card (optional) + Application for driver qualification certificate (optional)" if your temporary driving licence for categories C or D has expired
    • You will receive an email. Confirm your reservation using the link in the email.
  • Please bring all necessary documents and the appointment confirmation with you to your appointment at the LBV.
  • Scan the QR code on your appointment confirmation using the scanner on site.
  • Take a seat in the waiting area. You will be called by your call number.
  • Your request will be processed on site.

Processing time

immediately, provided all requirements are met.

Fees

The fees range from EUR 10.50 to EUR 19.10 for a provisional driving license. The basis for this is the fee schedule for measures in road traffic (GebOSt).

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Last updated: 28.10.2025