Driving license for categories B and BE for accompanied driving from the age of 17

Source: BUS Rheinland-Pfalz

In Germany, you can drive a vehicle in categories B and BE (passenger cars) at the age of 17 if

you have passed the driving test and
you are accompanied by an authorized and previously named person.

On the date of your 18th birthday, you may drive the vehicle unaccompanied.

However, if you drive a vehicle before your 18th birthday without being accompanied by a named person, your driving license will be revoked. In addition

a fine,
a point on the driving aptitude register,
the extension of the probationary period and
an order for an advanced training seminar.

To participate in "Accompanied driving from 17", you and the person accompanying you must each meet certain requirements:

You have successfully completed a category B driver's license course.
- You can start training at the age of 16 ½.
- After successfully completing the theoretical and practical test, you will receive a test certificate. You must carry this with you every time you drive, as it serves as your driving license together with your ID card.
You will be accompanied on every journey by an authorized and previously appointed person, who will in turn
- must have reached the age of 30,
- have been in possession of a valid class B driving license (car) for at least 5 years,
- observes the "0.5 per mille limit" and the ban on drugs when accompanying the driver, even if you are driving the car,
- and who does not have more than one point on the driving aptitude register.

valid identity card or passport (identity document can also be an electronic residence permit (eAT) or similar)
current registration certificate, if applicable
Current biometric photo (size 45x35 mm, portrait format, frontal shot)
Proof of first aid training
Eye test certificate (not older than 2 years)
Application form for participation in accompanied driving from the age of 17
Application form for each accompanying person

Special information for Association Herxheim