With a class B licence, in Germany you're allowed to drive motor vehicles with a permissible total weight of up to 3,500 kg. This also includes towing trailers, provided the trailer's permissible total weight doesn't exceed 750 kg. If the trailer is heavier, the combined permissible total weight of the towing vehicle and trailer must not exceed 3,500 kg.

No, with a class B licence you're not allowed to ride a motorcycle in Germany. For motorcycles you need a separate motorcycle licence. Classes A, A1, A2, or AM are required for different types and power levels of motorcycles.

The B196 extension allows you to ride light motorcycles in Germany up to 125 cc and with a power output of up to 11 kW (15 hp) without holding a full class A1 motorcycle licence. However, you must be at least 25 years old and have held your class B licence for at least five years.

For the B196 extension , a theoretical and practical training course is required, but no separate exam. After completing the training, you'll receive a certificate that lets you have the extension entered at the licensing office.

This regulation only applies in Germany; abroad, you're not allowed to ride light motorcycles with the B196 extension.

Yes, with a German class B car licence you're also allowed to ride mopeds and scooters up to 50 cc and a design-restricted top speed of 45 km/h. In this case, a separate class AM licence isn't necessary, since it's already included in the class B licence. So if you have a car licence, you're automatically also entitled to ride mopeds and small scooters.

In Germany there are certain ways to extend your class B licence without taking another exam:

• B96: If you want to tow a trailer with a permissible total weight between 750 kg and 3,500 kg, and the combination of towing vehicle and trailer weighs more than 3,500 kg but no more than 4,250 kg, you can obtain a B96 certificate. This requires special training, but no separate driving test.
• B196: This extension allows you to ride class A1 light motorcycles (up to 125 cc and a maximum of 11 kW power output) if you're at least 25 years old and have held your class B licence for at least five years. Here too, training is required, but no separate exam.
• Special vehicles: With a class B licence, you're also allowed to drive certain special vehicles such as agricultural tractors up to 32 km/h or self-propelled work machines up to 25 km/h.

For all other licence classes such as A, C, or D, you must take separate exams (theoretical and practical).

In principle, it's possible to get your driving licence in an EU member state like Poland and then drive in Germany. However, there are certain requirements and restrictions you should be aware of:

1. Residency requirement: You must have your permanent residence in the country where you obtain your driving licence for the entire duration of the training and exam. A short stay solely for the purpose of quick licence training is not in line with EU regulations and may result in the licence not being recognised in Germany.
2. Minimum age: The age restrictions for the respective licence classes must be observed. In the EU, the minimum age for class B is generally 18 years.
3. Recognition: A licence obtained in Poland must generally be recognised in Germany, as long as it was issued according to EU standards and none of the above conditions were violated.
4. Penalties and sanctions: If you violate these or other rules, this can have significant consequences, including fines and revocation of your driving licence.

So yes, it's theoretically feasible, but you should carefully consider all the conditions and potential risks. The effort of a complete relocation is disproportionate to the hoped-for benefits.

If your driving licence has been stolen, you should take the following steps immediately (don't worry, you won't have to retake the exam):

1. File a police report: The first step is to report the theft to the police. This is important for documentation and any potential insurance claims.
2. Arrange for it to be blocked: Contact the responsible licensing office to report the loss and have it blocked. This prevents misuse of your licence.
3. Apply for a replacement licence: To get a new licence, you must appear in person at the licensing office. For this you'll need:
   - ID card or passport
   - A current biometric photo
   - The police theft report
   - If applicable, further documents depending on the specific licensing office.
4. Fees: Fees apply for issuing a replacement licence. The amount can vary depending on the federal state.
5. Waiting time: It may take some time before the new licence is issued. You'll usually receive a temporary driving permit, which however is not valid for driving abroad. (As of October 2023: in Berlin it currently takes 3-8 weeks before your new licence can be collected.)
6. Inform your insurance: Depending on your insurance coverage, it may also be worthwhile to inform your car insurance about the theft.

These are the basic steps you should take to properly handle the theft of your driving licence.

With a class B licence, in Germany you're allowed to tow a trailer with a permissible total weight of up to 750 kg. In addition, the combined permissible total weight of the towing vehicle and trailer must not exceed 3,500 kg. The trailer must match the vehicle class of the towing vehicle.

The licence extension B196 allows you to ride 125 cc motorcycles with up to 11 kW of power without having to take a separate motorcycle exam. The requirement is that you're at least 25 years old and have held your class B licence for five years. The extension includes theoretical and practical training, but no final exam. After completing the training, class B196 will be noted on your licence.