German Driver's License

A valid German driver's license 🚗 is required to operate a motor vehicle on public roads in Germany.
This requirement applies to various vehicle classes 🏍️🚛, standardized within the EEA 🌍.

📝 Application Process

📍 German driver's licenses are issued for different vehicle categories, which are recognized across the EU.
📍 A biometric passport photo 📸 is mandatory for identification on the license.

✅ Steps to Acquire

1️⃣ Submit an application at the local driving license authority 🏢
2️⃣ Documents may be submitted via a registered driving school 🏫
3️⃣ Provide the required documents 📑:

🆔 Valid ID or passport
📸 Biometric passport photo (as per official standards)
🏥 Certificate of first aid course completion
👀 Eye test certificate
4️⃣ Pass both the theory & practical driving test 🎓🚗
5️⃣ Pay the required fees 💳

📷 Photo Requirements

🔍 General Photo Guidelines

✅ Size: 35 mm x 45 mm 📏
✅ Light-colored, uniform background ⚪ (preferably light gray or white)
✅ Face & neck should take up to 34.5 mm of the image 👤
✅ Distance from top of hair to top edge: approx. 3 mm 📐
✅ Full, centered, and clear face view 🧐

🚫 Restrictions

⛔ No jewelry or distracting accessories 💎
⛔ No head coverings, except for religious reasons 🧕
⛔ Religious head coverings: Face must be fully visible
⛔ Glasses must not cast shadows or have tinted lenses 👓
⛔ Neutral expression required 😐 (no smiling or frowning)

📤 Printing & Submission Guidelines

🖨️ Printed on high-quality photographic paper 📜
🚫 No creases, folds, or damages on the photo ❌
🔍 Sufficient resolution for clear facial features 📊
✏️ No retouching or digital alterations affecting natural appearance