Register a businessas a Driving school
For a driving school, you need a driving school licence under the Driving Instructors Act (Fahrlehrergesetz).
What applies to a Driving school
For a driving school, you need a driving school licence under the Driving Instructors Act (Fahrlehrergesetz).
How it appears on the form
In the field “Angemeldete Tätigkeit” (registered activity), you describe exactly what your business does. For example:
Betrieb einer Fahrschule
The wording stays in German, as that's how it appears on the official form.
- Status
- Permit required
- Chamber
- IHK
- Form
- GewA 1, the same nationwide
FAQ
Do I need a permit as a Driving school?
Yes. The permit must be in place before you start the activity.
Which chamber am I a member of as a Driving school?
The Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK). The trade office registers you there itself.
What does registering through GEWA24 cost?
Our service fee is 39,90 €. On top of that comes the trade office's fee as per its bylaws. The office sends you the fee notice.