Driving license costs - an overview
Many young people are required to have a driving license from the age of 17. But that's not exactly cheap. In this article, we explain which costs you will incur.
How much does a driver's license cost?
The cost of purchasing a driver's license cannot be precisely determined. There are different prices in each state. In addition, there is the different basic fee of driving schools and the learner himself. Depending on the learner, more or less driving hours are required.
- Find out in advance from various driving schools. This creates a good price comparison.
- In general, however, you expect costs between 1200 and 2500 euros.
Cost of driving license application
To apply for a normal driving license, you have to pay between 35 and 40 euros. However, if it is a driver's license from 17 years of age, the cost is only between 15 and 20 euros.
Cost of first aid course and eye test
The statutory costs for the eye test are currently 6.43 euros. However, you also have the option of taking a first aid course with an eye test. The costs for this are between 20 and 60 euros.
Costs at the driving school itself
At the driving school you pay different prices depending on the school.
- Basic fee: The basic fee fluctuates between 100 and 300 euros. However, it should never be higher than ten times the cheapest driving school you could find.
- Driving hours: Normal driving hours currently cost around 40 to 45 euros. The cost of a special trip is currently around 50 euros. There are at least 12 compulsory driving hours or special trips (5x overland trip, 4x motorway trip, 3x night trip). The normal driving hours vary from learner to learner.
- Introduction fees: The entrance fees for practical and theoretical exams are currently around 180 to 200 euros.
Cost of driving tests
Registration for the theoretical exam costs between 20 and 25 euros. However, the practical exam costs between 70 and 130 euros.
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