Register a businessas a Courier service
With vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes within Germany, you don't need a permit. Above that, the Road Haulage Act (Güterkraftverkehrsgesetz) applies.
What applies to a Courier service
With vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes within Germany, you don't need a permit. Above that, the Road Haulage Act (Güterkraftverkehrsgesetz) applies.
How it appears on the form
In the field “Angemeldete Tätigkeit” (registered activity), you describe exactly what your business does. For example:
Kurierdienst mit Fahrzeugen bis 3,5 t
The wording stays in German, as that's how it appears on the official form.
- Status
- No permit required
- Chamber
- IHK
- Form
- GewA 1, the same nationwide
FAQ
Do I need a permit as a Courier service?
No, the activity doesn't need a permit. You simply register it with the trade office.
Which chamber am I a member of as a Courier service?
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.