TÜV / HU (vehicle inspection) booking

Overview

Use this when your vehicle is due for mandatory inspection (TÜV/HU), usually every two years. Book at DEKRA, TÜV, or GTÜ—driving with an expired sticker is illegal.

Timing to be aware of

Recurring

Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.

Key date to check

Vehicle registration document (Fahrzeugschein)

Common questions

Questions people often look up at this stage. Answers are general — confirm with the relevant office or a qualified professional.

• Why is getting a German driver's license so expensive?
• Can I use an International Driving Permit to avoid the 6-month rule?

Related events

• Kfz-Versicherung (car insurance) setup
  Critical
  When triggered
• Kfz-Zulassung (vehicle registration)
  High
  When triggered
• Führerschein-Umschreibung (license conversion)
  High
  Deadline applies
• Parking permit (Bewohnerparkausweis) application
  Medium
  When triggered
• Confirm motor liability insurance (Kfz-Haftpflicht)
  Critical
  On car registration