# German driving and taxi regulations > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/german-driving-and-taxi-regulations > Updated: 2026-10-14T13:25:17.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Regulations in Germany cover various aspects of road transport, including driver licensing and taxi service requirements. Driver licensing for Class B vehicles requires passing theoretical and practical examinations, alongside providing identification, biometric photos, eye test results, and first-aid certification. While the standard minimum age is 18, 17-year-olds may qualify under specific conditions such as vocational training or accompanied driving. Professional drivers for larger vehicles must also complete periodic continuing education every five years. In the taxi sector, drivers are bound by a mandatory transport obligation within designated areas and cannot refuse trips based on distance or destination, except in cases of safety concerns or passenger aggression. Since 2021, the local knowledge exam has been replaced by a specialist certificate and the use of navigation systems. Furthermore, taxi fares are regulated by municipalities or districts rather than being set by individual drivers. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-14: Germany taxi regulations and passenger rights overview An overview of German taxi regulations, including mandatory transport obligations, fixed municipal pricing, and the 2021 replacement of local knowledge exams with specialist certificates. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/germany-taxi-regulations-and-passenger-rights-overview ### 2026-10-14: Driving license requirements and training in Germany Guidelines for German driving licenses detail Class B requirements, including age limits and vehicle capacities, alongside professional training for truck drivers and vocational qualifications. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/driving-license-requirements-and-training-in-germany --- Cite as: German driving and taxi regulations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/german-driving-and-taxi-regulations