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How to Exchange Your Canadian Driving Licence in Germany

Using a Canada driving licence in Germany depends on the state or province that issued it.

Canada licences are listed in Anlage 11 FeV by state or province, not as one national cell. After normal residence in Germany, a non-EU/EEA licence is recognised for 6 months. Whether you can convert without tests depends on the issuing state or province. Check Anlage 11 and your local Führerscheinstelle. Checked 2026-10-31. Not legal advice.

Last updated 2026-10-31

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Why this Canada pair stays unchecked at country level

Anlage 11 FeV lists Canada licences by territory (US states and territories, Canadian provinces, Australian territories), not as a single country row.

BMV still applies the six-month recognition rule after normal residence for non-EU/EEA licences.

This page does not pick one state or province for you. Confirm the issuing place on Anlage 11 and ask the local Führerscheinstelle before you assume a test-free exchange.

Sources: BMV and Anlage 11 FeV, checked 2026-10-31.

How it works

  1. Find the state or province that issued your licence.
  2. Look that place up in Anlage 11 FeV.
  3. Count six months from normal residence under the BMV rule.
  4. Apply at the local Führerscheinstelle with the documents they ask for.

Who this helps

  • Canadian citizens residing in Germany.
  • Holders of a valid Canadian driving licence.
  • Individuals moving to Germany from Canada.

Examples

State or province matters

Two Canada licences can have different Anlage 11 rows. Do not copy a rule from another state or province.

Six-month window

The BMV six-month recognition rule still applies after normal residence.

Not legal advice

This page is a pointer to the official list, not a determination for your licence.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Anlage 11 lists specific states or provinces, and some rows still require a theory test.

Six months after establishing normal residence, for non-EU/EEA licences.

Anlage 11 to the Fahrerlaubnis-Verordnung (FeV).

At the local Führerscheinstelle.

BMV and Anlage 11 FeV on 2026-10-31.

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