The previous driving license (grey, pink, GDR and card driving license) can be exchanged for a new card driving license. All driving authorizations and classes will be transferred to the new driver's license. The application can be made online (online application - exchange) or with an appointment at the driving license authority.

Validity of driving licenses
Driving licenses issued after January 19, 2013 are valid for a period of fifteen years. After the expiry date, a new license must be issued. This only affects the driving license itself; the driving license remains valid.

By January 19, 2033, all driving license holders in the EU should have a driving license of the same standard with a 15-year time limit. This does not affect the driving license, only the document. The period for the exchange of driving licenses is staggered according to the year of birth and the year of issue of the driving license document - you can find the information on this under the legal bases (Annex 8e of the FeV)