Terms & Conditions

This is a courtesy translation of our German terms and conditions (AGB), based on the model terms recommended by the Bundesvereinigung der Fahrlehrerverbände e. V. (November 2022 edition). These terms are governed by German law, in particular the German Driving Instructor Act (FahrlG) and Driving Instruction Training Ordinance (FahrschAusbO). The German version is the legally binding one.

1. Part of the Training

Driving instruction includes both theory and practical driving lessons.

Written Training Contract

Training is provided on the basis of a written training contract.

Legal Basis for Training

Instruction is provided in accordance with the applicable statutory provisions and the regulations based on them, in particular the Driving Instruction Training Ordinance (Fahrschülerausbildungsordnung). In addition, the following terms apply and form part of the training contract.

End of Training

Training ends when the driving test is passed, and in any case no later than six months after the training contract is concluded.

If the training relationship is continued after this point, the fees charged for the driving school's services will be those shown on the price list required under § 32 FahrlG at the time training resumes. The driving school must notify the student of this in text form when training resumes.

Student's Lack of Fitness

If it becomes apparent after the training contract is concluded that the student does not meet the necessary physical or mental requirements for obtaining a driving license, section 6 of these terms applies to the driving school's services.

2. Fees, Price List

The fees agreed in the training contract must match those published on the price list at the driving school.

3. Base Fee and Services

1. The base fee covers: the driving school's general expenses, as well as providing theory instruction and any required preliminary tests up to the first theory test, excluding the test registration itself and the test.

   If the student fails the theory test, the driving school may charge the partial base fee agreed in the training contract for further training, but no more than half the base fee for the relevant class; charging a partial base fee after a failed practical test is not permitted.

Fees for Driving Lessons and Services

2. The fee for a 45-minute driving lesson covers:

   the cost of the training vehicle, including vehicle insurance, and the provision of practical driving instruction.

Canceling Driving Lessons / Notice Period

If the student cannot keep a scheduled driving lesson, the driving school must be notified immediately. If a scheduled driving lesson is not canceled at least 2 business days before the agreed time, the driving school may charge a cancellation fee for the missed lesson equal to three-quarters of the driving lesson fee. The student may prove that no loss occurred, or that it was substantially lower.

Fees for the Test Registration and Services

3. The fee for the test registration covers:

   the theory and practical test registration, including the test drive. For repeat tests, the fee is charged as agreed in the training contract.

4. Payment Terms

Unless otherwise agreed, the base fee is due when the training contract is concluded, the fee for a driving lesson is due before the lesson begins, and the fee for the test registration, together with any advanced administrative and test fees, is due no later than 3 business days before the test.

Refusal of Services for Outstanding Payments

If a fee is not paid when due, the driving school may refuse to continue training, register the student for a test, or submit the student for a test, until outstanding amounts are settled.

Payment for Continued Training

The fee for any further theory training that becomes necessary (section 3a, paragraph 2) is due before that training begins.

5. Termination of the Contract

The training contract may be terminated by the student at any time, and by the driving school only for good cause.

Good cause exists in particular if the student

1. despite being asked to, and without good reason, does not begin training within 4 weeks of the contract being concluded, or interrupts training for more than 3 months without good reason,
2. has failed the theory or practical part of the driving test after two repeat attempts each,
3. repeatedly or grossly violates the instructions or directions of the driving instructor.

Written Form for Termination

Termination of the training contract is only effective if given in text form.

6. Fees Upon Termination of the Contract

If the training contract is terminated, the driving school is entitled to the fee for the driving lessons already provided, and for any test registration already made.

If the driving school terminates the contract for good cause, or the student terminates it without having been prompted to do so by conduct of the driving school in breach of contract (see section 5), the driving school is entitled to the following fee:

1. 1/5 of the base fee, if termination occurs after the contract is concluded with the driving school, but before training begins;
2. 2/5 of the base fee, if termination occurs after theory training begins, but before one-third of the required minimum theory units for the requested classes has been completed;
3. 3/5 of the base fee, if termination occurs after one-third, but before two-thirds of the required minimum theory units for the requested classes has been completed;
4. 4/5 of the base fee, if termination occurs after two-thirds of the required minimum theory units for the requested classes has been completed, but before they are finished;
5. the full base fee, if termination occurs after theory training is completed.

The student may prove that a fee or loss in the relevant amount did not arise, or arose only to a lesser extent.

If the driving school terminates the contract without good cause, or the student terminates it because they were prompted to do so by conduct of the driving school in breach of contract, the driving school is not entitled to the base fee. Any advance payment must be refunded.

7. Keeping to Scheduled Appointments

The driving school, driving instructor and student must ensure that scheduled driving lessons begin punctually, and generally begin and end at the driving school. If this is changed at the student's request, the time spent traveling is charged at the driving lesson rate, unless otherwise agreed. If the driving instructor is responsible for a scheduled driving lesson starting late, or interrupts practical instruction, the lost time must be made up or credited.

Waiting Times in the Event of Delay

If the driving instructor is more than 15 minutes late, the student need not wait any longer; if the driving lesson is canceled as a result, it will not be charged. If the student is responsible for a scheduled practical lesson starting late, the lost training time is at the student's expense. If the student is more than 15 minutes late, the driving instructor need not wait any longer; if the lesson is canceled as a result, it is charged in accordance with section 3b, paragraph 3. The student may prove that no loss occurred, or that it was substantially lower.

8. Exclusion From Instruction

The student must be excluded from instruction

1. if they are under the influence of alcohol or other intoxicating substances;
2. if there are otherwise grounds to doubt their fitness to drive.

Cancellation Fee

In this case, the student must also pay a cancellation fee equal to three-quarters of the driving lesson fee. The student may prove that no loss occurred, or that it was substantially lower.

9. Care of Training Equipment and Vehicles

The student is obliged to take good care of the training vehicles, teaching models and other instructional materials.

10. Operating and Starting Training Vehicles

Training vehicles may only be operated or started under the supervision of the driving instructor. Violations may result in criminal prosecution and liability for damages.

Special Obligations of the Student in Motorcycle Training

If, during motorcycle training or a motorcycle test, contact between the student and the driving instructor is lost, the student must immediately stop (at a suitable location), switch off the engine, and wait for the driving instructor. If necessary, the driving school must be notified. When leaving the vehicle, the student must park it properly and secure it against unauthorized use.

11. Completion of Training

The driving school may only conclude training once it is satisfied that the student has the knowledge and skills required to operate a motor vehicle (§ 29 FahrlG). The driving instructor therefore decides, at their proper discretion, when training is complete (§ 6 FahrschAusbO).

Registering for the Test

Registering for the driving test requires the student's consent, and is binding on both parties. If the student does not appear for the scheduled test, they are obliged to pay the fee for the test registration, along with any fees advanced or incurred.

12. Place of Jurisdiction

If the student has no general place of jurisdiction within Germany, or moves their residence or habitual place of residence outside of Germany after the contract is concluded, or their habitual place of residence is unknown at the time legal action is brought, the driving school's place of business shall be the place of jurisdiction.

13. Note

For ease of reading, this text does not use both masculine and feminine language forms simultaneously. All references to persons apply equally to all genders.

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Recommended by the Bundesvereinigung der Fahrlehrerverbände e. V. (November 2022 edition). Publisher of the original German template: Springer Fachmedien München GmbH, Verlag Heinrich Vogel, Aschauer Str. 30, 81549 München, Germany.
Last updated: 2026