APPLICATION LOCATION AND WHAT TO BRING If you’re lucky, you’ll just need to spend 40 euros on this license in addition to the price of a picture, perhaps a translation, and a few hours of your time. KBA, in photo How long is a Führerschein valid in Germany? A German driver’s license no longer has an expiration date, despite what you may have heard. That changed in 2013 when German driver’s licenses were limited to a 15-year validity period in accordance with EU regulations. Prior to January 19, 2013, licenses are set to expire no later than January 19, 2033. German Führerscheins expire after 15 years, so get one now.