Theory
6 or 12 double lessons of basic material, plus 2 or 4 double lessons for your licence category – followed by the theory test.
- Basic material
- category-specific material
- theory test
Which category
is right for you?
Car, motorcycle or trailer: Here you’ll find our driving licence categories explained briefly and honestly. You can then calculate your price yourself in one minute.
All categories at a glance
Tap a category to expand the explanation.
Car
BCar – manual transmissionThe classic car driving licence – test in a manual car.
The classic car driving licence. We’ll guide you step by step from the application to the test – without stress.
Not sure whether B, B78 or B197 is the better fit for you? Just tell us briefly how you want to drive later on – we’ll recommend the most suitable option.
- Cars up to 3,500 kg
- manual and automatic
- from age 17 with BF17
B197Car – automatic transmission with manual driving competenceTest in an automatic – then drive anything.
You take the practical test in an automatic – and can still drive any manual car afterwards. Full category B, but with significantly less test stress. The training is mixed: you learn in both automatic and manual cars, but the test is only taken in an automatic.
Why B197?
- Relaxed test in an automatic
- No restriction on your driving licence
- Modern and safe training
- Ideal for everyday life, your parents’ car and work
Requirements
- At least 10 driving lessons in a manual car
- Internal manual-driving competency test (not TÜV!)
- Registration through the driving school and driving licence office
- Test in an automatic
- manual cars permitted
- 10 hours in a manual
B(78)Car – automatic transmission onlyAutomatic only – in training, in the test and afterwards.
With B78, you take the practical test in an automatic. Afterwards, you may only drive automatic vehicles.
If you would also like to drive manual cars later on, B197 is often the more suitable solution. You can also take B(78) now and, later, if you wish, complete 10 manual driving lessons; then this can be entered as a key number.
- Test in an automatic
- automatic vehicles only
Motorcycle
A1Light motorcycle up to 125 cm³125cc – perfect for everyday use and the city.
With A1, you can ride light motorcycles up to 125 cc – perfect for everyday use and the city.
Key areas
- Basic riding tasks and safe braking
- Traffic observation and visual technique
- Riding in urban and rural areas
You can later progress to A2 and A.
- up to 125 cc
- progress to A2 and A
A2Motorcycle up to 35 kWMotorcycle up to 35 kW – the popular starting point.
A2 is the popular motorcycle licence category with a power limit – ideal as a starting point.
Typical topics
- Balance, slow riding, visual guidance
- Emergency braking and swerving
- Safely developing your cornering line and lean angle
With the relevant prior licence, you can later progress to category A.
- up to 35 kW
- upgrade to A possible
AMotorcycle without power limitMotorcycle without a power limit.
With category A, you may ride motorcycles without a power limit – including with a sidecar.
Routes of access
- Direct entry (depending on age)
- Upgrade from A2 to A (after prior possession)
Practical content
- Basic riding tasks (slalom, swerving, braking)
- Safe cornering, visual technique
- Rural roads and city riding – practical training
- without power limit
- direct entry or upgrade
B196125cc for category B – without a testRide 125cc bikes with your car driving licence – without an exam.
Ride 125cc bikes with your regular category B driving licence – without a TÜV exam. Just a short course at the driving school, then you receive the endorsement.
Requirements
- 25 years old or older
- 5 years of category B
- Theory and practical training
What are you allowed to ride?
- Light motorcycles up to 125 cm³ / 11 kW
- Many models over 100 km/h
- Ideal for the city, countryside and commuters
What speaks against it?
- Valid only in Germany
- No direct upgrade to the A categories
- No separate driving licence, but an extension
- from age 25
- 5 years of category B
- without an exam
- only in Germany
MofaMoped test certificateCertificate of completion for 25 km/h.
Mofa is the entry-level option for 25 km/h – with lessons and a certificate of completion.
Contents
- Basic rules and traffic signs
- Practical exercises (braking, cornering, pulling away)
- Safe behaviour in road traffic
Depending on your starting situation, we’ll explain which documents you need.
- up to 25 km/h
- certificate of completion
AMScooter up to 45 km/hScooters and mopeds – your entry into life on two wheels.
AM is the classic entry into the world of two wheels – for scooters and mopeds (depending on the vehicle type).
What you'll learn
- Starting off, braking, cornering
- Recognising hazards and driving defensively
- Practical experience in real traffic
Especially at the beginning, solid basic technique pays off – we'll practise it without stress.
- Scooters and mopeds
A80A from age 21Class A from as early as 21 – limited to 35 kW until age 24.
With A80, you can obtain class A from the age of 21. Until your 24th birthday, you are restricted to A2 (35 kW) – after that, it automatically becomes the unrestricted class A, with no further test required. Training and testing are the same as for class A.
Your advantage: you save yourself the additional upgrade test later on. Which option is right for you depends, among other things, on your age and previous licence holdings – we will explain it to you in the initial consultation.
- from age 21
- limited to 35 kW until 24
- no later upgrade required
Trailer
BETrailer for category BSafely handle heavy trailers – with an exam.
You need BE if you want to safely handle heavy trailers on a regular basis and need more capacity.
Practical focus areas
- Manoeuvring, reversing around a corner
- Coupling and uncoupling, inspection
- Driving with a trailer combination (urban and rural roads)
BE generally includes a practical exam. We’ll prepare you for it in a structured way.
- heavy trailers
- practical exam
- no theory test
B96Trailer training – without a testLarger trailer combinations up to 4,250 kg – no exam required.
B96 is an extension of category B for larger trailer combinations. You receive key number 96 after a compact training course – without an additional TÜV test.
Which combination is possible?
- Category B towing vehicle + trailer
- Combined gross weight up to 4,250 kg
- Ideal for caravans, horse trailers and boat trailers
How the training works
- Practical training (manoeuvring, coupling and uncoupling)
- Driving in urban and rural traffic with a trailer
- Important rules on load securing and trailer combination length
If you regularly tow heavier trailers or need more capacity, BE is often the better solution. We’ll be happy to advise you.
- up to 4,250 kg
- no TÜV test
- compact training course
Conversion
UmschreibungConversion of a foreign driving licenceYou already have a driving licence from another country.
If you already have a driving licence from another country, a conversion may be necessary.
How it works
- Check documents and submit an application
- Depending on your country of origin: theory and/or practical training
- Targeted preparation instead of “collecting lessons”
Bring your driving licence and all available documents with you – then we can tell you straight away what is needed.
- foreign driving licence
- targeted preparation
BF17 – Accompanied driving from age 17
With BF17, you can drive a car from the age of 17 – but only when accompanied. This lets you gain real driving experience early on, become more confident and start driving independently at 18 much more relaxed.
Why BF17?
- Early driving experience in a safe setting
- More routine and less stress at 18
- Often lower insurance premiums
- A proven start for young drivers
What are you allowed to drive?
- Cars up to 3,500 kg (with an accompanying person)
- M, L and mopeds without an accompanying person
Until you turn 18, you will receive a BF17 driving permit (not yet the final card driving licence).
Accompanying persons
- At least 30 years old
- Held category B for 5 years
- No more than 1 point in Flensburg
Accompanying persons may offer advice and guidance – but they may not intervene.
Driving without an accompanying person
- A fine and a point in Flensburg are possible
- Your BF17 authorisation may be withdrawn
You will then no longer be allowed to drive until your 18th birthday.
Your roadmap to getting your driving licence
Plan backwards from your preferred date:
- Registration
at any time
- Application
up to 6 months in advance
- Theory test
up to 3 months in advance
- Practical test
up to 4 weeks in advance
What you need for the application
- Passport photo
- Eye test
- First aid course
- Signature form
Theory and practice
Practical training
The number of practice lessons is individual and depends on learning progress, previous experience and concentration. We plan transparently – and tell you honestly where you stand.
- Practice lessons as needed
- special driving lessons
- practical test
Learn effectively
What you use to study for the theory makes a difference.
FahrenLernen Max
Very close to the test and well structured – you can quickly see where you stand.
- Complete official questions
- test mode like at TÜV
- videos on test topics
ADAC app
A solid start – but generally less in-depth than professional learning systems.
- Good for getting started
- Less exam-focused
Cheap apps
Saving money in the wrong place.
- Often incomplete
- More risk due to gaps
Need it fast?
With the intensive course, we plan your training on a fixed schedule – as V1 or V2.
Ready for your driving licence?
Choose a class, find a branch, see the price – in one minute.