Ausnahmegenehmigung für Fahrzeuge und Fahrzeugkombinationen Erteilung Abgas- und/oder Geräuschverhalten

Vehicles and vehicle combinations that do not comply with the exhaust and/or noise regulations of the German Road Traffic Licensing Regulations (StVZO) require an exemption permit in accordance with Section 70 (1) StVZO in order to participate in public road traffic.

In principle, exemptions may only be approved if all reasonable possibilities for complying with the provisions of the StVZO and the Vehicle Registration Ordinance (FZV) have been fully exhausted.

They may only be approved to the extent that is absolutely necessary for the intended purpose (strict standard); no exemption may be granted for economic reasons alone.

The exemptions can generally be granted for a period of validity of up to 12 years; a time limit is possible.

The exemption permits must be evidenced by the vehicle driver by means of a document, carried along when driving and handed over to the responsible persons for inspection on request.

• Details of the owner
• For new applications, an expert opinion (not older than 18 months) for obtaining an exemption permit in accordance with § 70 StVZO from an officially recognized expert for motor vehicle traffic or a technical service recognized in accordance with § 30 of the EC Vehicle Approval Regulation (EG-FGV) for testing complete vehicles of the respective vehicle class
  • To extend an existing exemption permit: Copy of the old §70 STVZO exemption permit, an expert opinion may have to be submitted subsequently
  • To supplement or amend an existing exemption permit: Supplementary report not older than 18 months (If towing vehicles or trailers other than those listed in the exemption permit, stating the vehicle identification number, are to be used in vehicle combinations such as trains or articulated vehicles, a supplement to the exemption permit is required)
  • To transfer an existing exemption permit: Existing exemption permit with the corresponding expert opinion and the registration certificates
• Registration certificate or operating license of the vehicle combination
• Old exemption permit, if applicable
• Insurance certificate, if applicable
• Authorization if the application is made on behalf of a third party

As a general rule, exemptions may only be approved if all reasonable options for complying with the provisions of the StVZO and the FZV have been fully exhausted.

You can apply for the exemption in writing or online.

Before you can apply for an exemption for a vehicle, you need an expert opinion from an officially recognized expert for motor vehicle traffic or a technical service recognized in accordance with § 30 of the EC Vehicle Approval Regulation (EG-FGV) for testing complete vehicles of the respective vehicle class

The report must state the necessary exemptions from the StVZO, the suitability of the vehicle or vehicle combination and the requirements and conditions deemed necessary in the interests of road safety. The expert must describe the exemptions in detail and justify their necessity.

You can then apply for the exemption.

The competent authority will examine your application and, if the examination is positive, will grant you the exemption.

The local jurisdiction generally depends on your place of residence or the registered office of your company.

• Exemption approval for vehicles with exhaust and/or noise emissions
• Vehicles or vehicle combinations that do not comply with the StVZO in terms of their exhaust and/or noise behavior require a special permit
• Exemptions are granted for a limited or unlimited period of time
• Responsible: District governments

• Forms available: Yes
• Written form required: No
• Informal application possible: Yes
• Personal appearance necessary: No