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Approbation in Bremen
Senatorin für Wissenschaft, Gesundheit und Verbraucherschutz · Bremen · Last verified
Processing
3–7 months
Drittstaat realistic range
Approbation
€305
Issuing-authority fee
FSP exam
€530
Chamber fee
Processing time
What Bremen says vs what applicants report.
Official (authority source)
No state-specific figure published. Federal 4-month statutory frame applies after a complete file.
Community / reported
No usable recent Bremen-specific data found. Federal statutory frame: 4 months after complete file.
Verified 12 May 2026. Plan for 3–7 months end-to-end.
Where to apply
Single authority handles both.
Approbation authority
Senatorin für Wissenschaft, Gesundheit und Verbraucherschutz — Referat 20
Bremen
Official pageHow it works
The process in Bremen.
Bremen is a city-state with a small chamber and correspondingly low application volume. The Approbation fee is €305 (per the official application form). No online application — PDF submitted by post. The FSP and Kenntnisprüfung are run by the Ärztekammer Bremen on behalf of the Senatorin.
Required documents
What Senatorin für Wissenschaft, Gesundheit und Verbraucherschutz expects in your file.
- 01Medical degree (original)
- 02Certified transcript
- 03Home-country licence
- 04Passport
- 05CV
- 06B2 German certificate
- 07Police clearance
- 08Health certificate
- 09Sworn translations
Verify the current list with Senatorin für Wissenschaft, Gesundheit und Verbraucherschutz before submitting — requirements change without public notice.
FSP in Bremen
€530 at Ärztekammer Bremen (on behalf of the Senatorin).
Three-part oral exam, standard GMK format. Examiners are local clinicians. Session blocked for ~3 hours.
Scheduling: Fixed dates set several weeks in advance. Organisational lead time from registration to exam: 6–10 weeks. Invitation after fee payment (€530).
Prepare for the FSP
What to know
Before you apply.
Bremen is often overlooked. The small volume means faster processing than large states like Bayern or NRW. Good choice if you have flexibility on location in northern Germany.
FAQ
Frequently asked.
How long does an Approbation application take in Bremen?+
Bremen does not publish a state-specific figure; the federal 4-month frame applies after a complete file. Community/reported data: No usable recent Bremen-specific data found. Federal statutory frame: 4 months after complete file.. Last verified 12 May 2026.
What does the Approbation cost in Bremen?+
The Approbation fee is €305. The FSP exam costs an additional €530 at Ärztekammer Bremen (on behalf of the Senatorin). Additional costs typically include sworn translations (€500–1,500), apostilles, and document procurement.
Who issues the Approbation in Bremen?+
The Approbation authority is Senatorin für Wissenschaft, Gesundheit und Verbraucherschutz — Referat 20, based in Bremen.
Where do I take the FSP for Bremen?+
Ärztekammer Bremen (on behalf of the Senatorin). Three-part oral exam, standard GMK format. Examiners are local clinicians. Session blocked for ~3 hours.
Can I apply for Approbation in Bremen online?+
No — applications to Senatorin für Wissenschaft, Gesundheit und Verbraucherschutz must be submitted by post. Email submissions are not processed.
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