Maximum 2000 Euro: BSW demands cost cap for driving license - Germany's BSW proposes €2,000 cap on driver's licence costs amid affordability crisis
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) has proposed a €2,000 cap on driver’s licence costs in Germany. Party leader Fabio De Masi criticised the current fees as excessive and called for urgent action from federal and state authorities. De Masi described the existing costs as a rip-off for young people and their families. He accused the federal government of political inaction on the issue and dismissed Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder’s reform plans as insufficient. Instead, he pushed for a strict price limit to make licences more affordable.
Schnieder had earlier warned that his proposed driving school reforms would not lead to immediate price reductions. His announcement sparked concern in the industry, with the Moving association reporting widespread uncertainty. Driving schools noted sharp declines in new sign-ups and significant financial losses.
To fund the price cap, De Masi suggested reallocating money from electric vehicle subsidies and adjusting inheritance tax policies. He also urged authorities to offer financial support for those obtaining a licence at 17. He argued that lower costs would address the skilled labour shortage and ease social inequality. The BSW’s proposal aims to reduce the financial burden on aspiring drivers. If implemented, the €2,000 cap could reshape access to licences across the country. The plan has already triggered debate among policymakers and industry groups.
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