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Approbation in Brandenburg
LAVG · Potsdam · Last verified
Processing
4–12 months
Drittstaat realistic range
Approbation
€300
Issuing-authority fee
FSP exam
€487
Chamber fee
Processing time
What Brandenburg says vs what applicants report.
Official (authority source)
EU/EEA: 1–2 months. Drittstaat: not published (federal 4-month frame applies after complete file).
Source: eap.brandenburg.de
Verified 12 May 2026. Plan for 4–12 months end-to-end.
Where to apply
Two different bodies.
Approbation authority
LAVG — Landesamt für Arbeitsschutz, Verbraucherschutz und Gesundheit, Dezernat G1
Potsdam
Official pageFSP chamber (separate body)
Landesärztekammer Brandenburg
Direct registration — candidates register with the chamber directly.
How it works
The process in Brandenburg.
The Approbation authority is the LAVG (not the Landesärztekammer — the LÄK only runs FSP and Kenntnisprüfung). Brandenburg introduced an online application via anerkennung-in-deutschland.de in 2023. Kenntnisprüfung fee at the Landesärztekammer Brandenburg: €799. Brandenburg has a significant rural doctor shortage and hospitals actively assist with paperwork.
Required documents
What LAVG expects in your file.
- 01Medical degree (original + certified copy)
- 02Transcript
- 03Home-country licence
- 04Passport
- 05Tabular CV
- 06B2 German certificate
- 07Police clearance
- 08Health certificate
- 09Sworn translations
Verify the current list with LAVG before submitting — requirements change without public notice.
FSP in Brandenburg
€487 at Landesärztekammer Brandenburg.
Three-part oral exam: anamnesis with simulated patient (~20 min), Arztbrief typed on a chamber-provided laptop (~20 min), physician-to-physician handover (~20 min). Panel of two physicians.
Scheduling: Binding invitation issued at least 5 calendar days before exam. Full retake required even if only one section is failed. FSP fee €487 paid with application.
Prepare for the FSP
What to know
Before you apply.
Brandenburg is a solid choice for eastern Germany — better processing than Berlin with lower volumes. The Berufserlaubnis is issued relatively quickly. A specific application form exists for Polish-degree applicants; otherwise use the standard federal document set.
FAQ
Frequently asked.
How long does an Approbation application take in Brandenburg?+
LAVG states: "EU/EEA: 1–2 months. Drittstaat: not published (federal 4-month frame applies after complete file).". Last verified 12 May 2026.
What does the Approbation cost in Brandenburg?+
The Approbation fee is €300. The FSP exam costs an additional €487 at Landesärztekammer Brandenburg. Additional costs typically include sworn translations (€500–1,500), apostilles, and document procurement.
Who issues the Approbation in Brandenburg?+
The Approbation authority is LAVG — Landesamt für Arbeitsschutz, Verbraucherschutz und Gesundheit, Dezernat G1, based in Potsdam. Note that the FSP is run separately by Landesärztekammer Brandenburg — these are two different bodies.
Where do I take the FSP for Brandenburg?+
Landesärztekammer Brandenburg. Three-part oral exam: anamnesis with simulated patient (~20 min), Arztbrief typed on a chamber-provided laptop (~20 min), physician-to-physician handover (~20 min). Panel of two physicians.
Can I apply for Approbation in Brandenburg online?+
Yes — Brandenburg accepts online applications. Some supporting documents may still need to be sent by post.
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