Transport permits

Whether goods are moved by tram, heavy-duty transport or inland waterway vessel, making sure than people and goods arrive safely at their destination requires special licences and authorisations for certain vehicles and forms of transport. You can get an overview here.

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Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC): Apply for issue and submit ARC
If you wish to operate an aircraft, you will need an Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC).
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Apply for a certificate of competence for animal transportation
Do you want to transport animals? Then it is best to seek advice, as there are different requirements depending on the animals to be transported and the reason for the transportation.
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Apply for a change to the aviation security program for a foreign air carrier
If you, as a foreign air carrier, wish to change your aviation security program, these changes must be approved by the Federal Aviation Office.
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Apply for a license confirmation (verification letter) for pilots
If you are flying to a country outside the European Union (EU), you will need an officially certified pilot license (verification letter). You can apply for this at the Luftfahrt-Bundesamt (LBA) for a fee.
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Apply for a replacement following notification of loss of the exemption permit for vehicles and vehicle combinations
If you have lost your exemption permit or it has gone missing, you can apply for a new one from the competent authority.
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Apply for a special permit for the inspection of air freight
As a regulated agent, you can apply for a special permit for an exemption from air freight and air mail controls.
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Apply for a transfer of the rental car permit
Do you want to transfer the permit for your rental car business from another entrepreneur to yourself? To do this, you need to submit an application.
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Apply for an extension of the rental car permit
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Apply for an operating license for the cross-border operation of unmanned aircraft (UAS) in the "special" operating category
Are you registered as an operator of unmanned aircraft (UAS) in an EASA member state other than Germany and would like to operate a UAS in the "special" operating category in Germany? Then you need a permit for this.
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Apply for an operating license for unmanned aircraft (UAS) in the "special" operating category
In order to operate an unmanned aircraft (UAS) in the "special" operating category in Germany, you need an operating license. Depending on your place of residence or main place of business, you can apply for this from the Federal Aviation Office or your state aviation authority.
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Apply for an operating permit for drone flights with a risk ("special" category)
You may fly a drone without prior permission if you meet the relevant requirements. However, if the operation poses an increased risk to bystanders, you must apply for an operating permit in advance.
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Apply for approval of a dangerous goods training program in the aviation sector
Would you like to offer dangerous goods training in the aviation sector? Then you need an approved training program. The maintenance of approvals and changes are also subject to approval.
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Apply for approval of aviation security equipment for secure supply chain entities and air carriers
Under certain conditions, you can apply for approval to use aviation security equipment as part of the secure supply chain.
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Apply for approval of bonus points for Part 66 license
If you are seeking a Part-66 aircraft maintenance license and already have qualifications, you can apply for approval of bonus points. This may (partially) waive the requirement to provide evidence of module examinations.
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Apply for approval, modification or deviation of an aircraft maintenance program
You must have a maintenance program, the so-called Aircraft Maintenance Program (AMP), approved for an aircraft or a fleet of aircraft. You must also have changes or deviations to the AMP approved.
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Apply for automatic validation to be entered in the pilot's license
Are you a pilot planning to leave the territory of the European Union (EU) with an aircraft that is registered in a member state other than Germany? Then you can apply for automatic validation under certain conditions.
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Apply for aviation security program for foreign air carrier
If you want to operate flights to Germany as a foreign airline, you must apply for approval of an aviation security program under certain conditions.
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Apply for aviation security program for German air carrier
If you are a German airline wishing to operate flights within the European Union (EU), you must apply for approval of an aviation security program under certain conditions.
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Apply for change in aviation security program for German air carrier
If you, as a German airline, wish to change your aviation security program, these changes must be approved by the Federal Aviation Office.
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Apply for changes to the AOC (dry lease-in, dry lease-out, supervisory transfer, special permits).
If you wish to change your operating license and air operator's certificate (AOC), you can apply for this under certain conditions. The changes include the registration and deregistration of aircraft, transfers of supervision and special permits.
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Apply for frequency allocation for analog railroad mobile radio
You can apply to the Federal Network Agency for frequency allocations for analog railroad mobile radio.
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Apply for individual appointment of examiners
If you wish to take a practical examination to obtain a license or rating, you can submit an application for the appointment of an examiner from the Federal Aviation Office.
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Apply for inspector authorization from the Federal Aviation Office
You can apply to the Luftfahrt-Bundesamt for the issue, extension, renewal, extension, renewal or amendment of an examiner authorization.
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Apply for on-the-job training (OJT) in individual cases
To complete the aircraft type training course, you can apply to the Luftfahrt-Bundesamt (also by proxy) for on-the-job training (OJT) for the first time or again, change an already approved OJT or register an assessment date.
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Apply for permit for large and heavy transport
If you want to transport a load with a particularly large vehicle on public roads, or if the load exceeds legal dimensions, you must apply for a permit.
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Apply for special approval in accordance with § 70 StVZO for vehicles with deviating exhaust and/or noise behavior
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Apply for special authorization according to FCL.1000b
If new aircraft types or training courses are introduced, you as the holder of an examiner authorization can apply to the Federal Aviation Office for a special authorization for these examinations.
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Apply for the reinstatement of the rental car permit
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Apply for transportation of war weapons by ship or plane outside the federal territory
Do you want to transport war weapons outside the Federal Republic of Germany on German-flagged seagoing vessels or in aircraft registered in the German aircraft register? Then you need a permit.
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Apply to the Federal Aviation Office for an examination for technical personnel
To take the examination for technical personnel, you must apply to the LBA for participation. The exam is required if you are seeking a Part 66 license, supplement a type entry or wish to change or renew your PvL permit or delete restrictions.
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Applying for a new license for pilots
If you would like to have your flight license reissued, you can apply for this under certain conditions.
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Applying for a permit for special use
You can also use public roads and paths for purposes other than traffic and public use. To do so, you generally require a special use permit.
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Applying for a permit to operate individual vehicles
If your vehicle does not have EC type approval, you must apply for type approval before the vehicle can be admitted to road traffic.
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Applying for a pilot license for the first time
If you want to fly or operate an aircraft, you need a pilot's license. You can apply for this from the Federal Aviation Office under certain conditions.
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Applying for a special permit for airspace use
If you want to set off fireworks, you may need a permit under aviation law and/or air traffic control clearance. The same applies to the ascent of drones, weather balloons or kites, as well as the operation of lasers and skybeamers.
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Applying for a transfer license for the intra-Community transport of civil explosives
If you wish to transfer or transport civil explosives to, through or out of Germany, you must first apply for a transfer permit from the Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM).
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Applying for an exemption and overflight permit for the transportation of dangerous goods by air
If you want to transport dangerous goods that are actually prohibited by air, you must apply for a special permit or an overflight permit.
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Applying for an exemption permit in accordance with § 70 StVZO for vehicles with blue rotating beacon and emergency horn
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Applying for an extension of the cab permit
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Applying for an operating license for a vehicle without registration
Would you like to drive a vehicle that does not require registration and does not have EU type approval? Then you must apply for an operating permit.
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Applying for authorization for occasional bus and coach services
If you wish to carry more than nine passengers in national transport outside of scheduled services (occasional transport, e.g. rental bus services, excursions or vacation destinations), you will require a permit.
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Applying for exemptions and alternative verification procedures to European aviation law
Do you need approval for an exemption from European aviation law or an alternative verification procedure instead of the Acceptable Means of Compliance (AMC)? If so, you must apply to the Federal Aviation Office, provided it is responsible in your case.
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Applying for matters in connection with a Part 66 license
If you do not yet have a European Part-66 license, you can apply for an initial Part-66 license under certain conditions. You can also apply to the Luftfahrt-Bundesamt for other matters relating to the German Part-66 license.
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Applying for permits for aircraft operations
If you operate aircraft, in certain cases you will need permits from the German Federal Aviation Authority for your flight operations - for example, when transporting dangerous goods or flying in low visibility.
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Applying for permits for helicopter flight operations
If you operate helicopters, in certain cases you need permits from the Federal Aviation Office for your flight operations - for example, for air rescue services or helicopter winch operations.
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Applying for registration as an operator of unmanned aircraft
Would you like to operate a drone or other unmanned aircraft (UAS) in Germany? Then you must first register with the Federal Aviation Office (LBA).
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Applying for the initial issue or amendment of an inspection license for aviation equipment inspectors (PvL)
You can apply to the Luftfahrt-Bundesamt for a class 4 aircraft inspector's license (PvL). You can also submit an application to renew, extend or amend an existing PvL permit.
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Applying for the replacement of the operating license of unregistered vehicles after loss
Have you lost the operating license of your registration-free vehicle, has it been stolen or has it become illegible? Then you need to apply for a replacement document.
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Applying for the transfer of rights and obligations from the cab permit
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Applying for transportation of war weapons within the federal territory
You require a permit to transport war weapons within the Federal Republic of Germany.
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Applying for, extending or renewing a rating or instructor rating for a pilot's license
If you want to fly certain types or classes of aircraft or carry out a teaching assignment, you need a specific authorization or teaching authorization. You can apply for, extend, expand or renew these at the Federal Aviation Office.
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As the holder of a pilot license, apply for a change of competent authority (Transfer IN)
Would you like to transfer responsibility for your European pilot's license or your medical file to the Federal Aviation Office? Then you can apply for a transfer IN under certain conditions.
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Change, extend or return secure supply chain status
As a company with a corresponding status in the secure supply chain, you can apply for a change or extension of this status or return it.
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Complete an EU A1/A3 certificate of competence for unmanned aircraft
To operate unmanned aircraft (UAS) in subcategories A1 and A3, you need an EU Certificate of Competence A1/A3. This will be issued to you after an online course and subsequent online examination by the Luftfahrt-Bundesamt (LBA).
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Dangerous goods: transport
Do you want to transport dangerous goods? Below you will find information on what needs to be considered.
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Decision on the approval requirement for modifications to already approved vehicles
Are you a change management body that is not the holder of the vehicle type approval and would you like to manage changes to an already approved vehicle? Then you must, among other things, inform the EBA approval body of this change.
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Display or apply for a wet lease
If you, as a German airline, wish to use aircraft under wet lease agreements, you must apply for or notify us of this.
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Express interest in joining the pool of examiners of an ATO or report a change
If you would like to conduct practical examinations for the acquisition of a license or an instrument rating as an examiner, you can apply to the Federal Aviation Office for admission to the examiner pool of an ATO of the Federal Aviation Office.
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Navigating non-navigable waters Authorisation
In principle, anyone may navigate navigable waters with any watercraft. Beyond the federal waterways, no waters in Rhineland-Palatinate have currently been designated as...
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Recognition of Bundeswehr service periods as experience in aircraft maintenance
If you are seeking a Part-66 aircraft maintenance license and already have qualifications, you can apply for approval of bonus points. This may (partially) waive the requirement to provide evidence of module examinations.
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Register for the examiner refresher course
If your examiner license expires or has already expired, you can register for a refresher course at the Federal Aviation Office to extend or renew your examiner license.
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Registration for theoretical standardization and proposal of an examiner-trainer for practical standardization
Would you like to obtain or renew your authorization as an examiner? Then you can register with the Federal Aviation Office for a theoretical course and propose an instructor for your practical examination.
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Report an incident during the transportation of dangerous goods by air
Have you been involved in accidents and incidents involving the transportation of dangerous goods by air, or have you noticed any violations? Then you must report this to the Luftfahrt-Bundesamt (LBA) within 72 hours.
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Request entry of a language endorsement in the pilot's license
Under certain conditions, you can apply for a language endorsement to be added to your pilot's license.
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Request exemption from full and partial application of the Technical Specification for Interoperability (TSI)
Does the current Technical Specifications for Interoperability (TSI) prevent or hinder the approval of your rail vehicle? Then in certain cases you can apply for an exemption from the application of the TSI.
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Requesting entry into geographical areas with drones
There are many ways in which drones can be used. If you also want to fly over geographical areas during operation, you may need to apply for a permit.
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Secure supply chain Germany: Apply for approval as a transporter, known consignor and regulated supplier or agent
If you as a company wish to provide a service as part of the secure supply chain, you can apply for a corresponding status under certain conditions.
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Show practical test
If you conduct a practical examination as an examiner, you must notify the Federal Aviation Authority in advance. This involves providing information about the applicant and details of the examination.
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Submit a declaration for non-commercial flight operations with technically complex aircraft (NCC) or for specialized flight operations (SPO)
Before conducting non-commercial flight operations with technically complex aircraft (NCC) or specialized flight operations (SPO), you are obliged to submit a corresponding declaration to the Federal Aviation Office.
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Submit an operating declaration for the cross-border operation of unmanned aircraft (UAS) in the "special" operating category
Would you like to operate an unmanned aircraft (UAS) across borders under standard scenarios in the "special" operating category? Then please submit your existing operating declaration and the confirmation of receipt and completeness to the Federal Office of Civil Aviation.
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Submit declaration of operation for unmanned aircraft (UAS) in the "special" operating category
Would you like to operate an unmanned aircraft (UAS) in Germany under standard scenarios in the "special" operating category? Then the Federal Aviation Office requires a corresponding declaration from you.
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Submit the auditor's report
If you as the examiner have conducted an examination, you can submit the examination report to the Federal Aviation Office.
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Submitting complaints to enforce passenger rights in rail, bus and boat transport
Do you have cause for complaint after a train, bus or boat trip? Then you can contact the Federal Railway Authority (EBA).
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Traffic monitoring
German traffic law is made up of a large number of different laws. The most important traffic laws are the Road Traffic Act (StVG) and, building on this legal basis, the Road...