Name change on driving licence

After a name change, we recommend exchanging the driving licence (especially when travelling abroad), but it is not mandatory.

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Course description

Note on collection:

When you hand over your new driving licence, we will retain your previous licence.

You can only submit the application in writing or online.
In writing:

Please complete the application form in full, sign it and send it to us together with the required documents.

Prerequisites

Your main residence is registered in Munich.
The change of name has already been noted at the registration office.

Required documents

Fully completed and signed application form
Copy of identity card or passport
biometric passport photo
Copy of previous driving licence

Duration and costs

Processing time

About 14 weeks

Fees and charges

Fee if you have a German driving licence 39.30 euros

Available payment methods

Bank Transfer

Bank details
Online payment

Data protection

Legal basis

Driving Licence Ordinance
Road Traffic Act

Links and downloads

Führerscheinstelle

Internet address

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Phone number

+49 89 233-96090

Postal address

Führerscheinstelle

Garmischer Straße 19-21
81373 München

Fax: +49 89 233-68757

Address

Garmischer Straße 19
81373 München

Lagehinweis: 21

Contact us in writing or via our contact form

Availability

How to find us

Public transport

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