If you want to drive a trailer, you can choose between two driving licences. These depend on the weight (more precisely, the ‘permissible total mass’) of your trailer and car. Check your vehicle registration document under section F.2 and compare the information with the following table:
| Trailer class |
Max. permissible weight of trailer |
Max. permissible weight of car |
Max. weight of trailer & car |
|---|---|---|---|
| B (for comparison) |
750 kg |
3,500 kg |
3,500 kg |
| B96 |
- |
3,500 kg |
4,250 kg |
| BE |
3,500 kg |
3,500 kg |
7,000 kg |
We offer two types of trailer driving licences. You can find more information about these in the following questions:
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
B96 course
The B96 driving licence is a course that is usually completed in one day and takes place exclusively at the driving school without an examination at the TÃœV.
The next course will take place on {{ next-lesson: B96 }}.
You can reserve a place directly using the online registration form.
BE driving licence
The BE driving licence requires five compulsory driving lessons and a practical test.
Where can I find detailed information about the process?
Our Driving licence process page describes the steps you need to take. When you register online (see Online registration form), all steps and required driving lessons are calculated individually depending on the driving licence class.