
You must carry a translation of your driving licence if: In other cases, you must take driving lessons to get a German driving licence. In some cases, you can exchange you foreign driving licence for a German one. 1 After 6 months, you must have a German driving licence. If you live in Germany: You can drive in Germany for 6 months after you move there.

If you have a learner’s licence, it’s not valid in Germany. If you visit Germany: You can drive in Germany.With a driving licence from any other country.3 After 6 months, you must exchange you foreign driving licence for a German one. You don’t need a translation or an International Driving Permit. With a driving licence from Andorra, Hong Kong, Monaco, New Zealand, San Marino, Senegal or Switzerland.2 You don’t need a translation or an International Driving Permit.

