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Approbation in Sachsen-Anhalt
Landesverwaltungsamt · Halle (Saale) · Last verified
Processing
2–4 months
Drittstaat realistic range
Approbation
€200
Issuing-authority fee
FSP exam
€500
Chamber fee
Processing time
What Sachsen-Anhalt says vs what applicants report.
Official (authority source)
Maximum 3 months after complete file; historically under-utilised ('Bearbeitungszeiten deutlich darunter')
Source: lvwa.sachsen-anhalt.de
Verified 12 May 2026. Plan for 2–4 months end-to-end.
Where to apply
Two different bodies.
Approbation authority
Landesverwaltungsamt — Landesprüfungsamt für Gesundheitsberufe, Referat 507, Halle (Saale)
Halle (Saale)
Official pageFSP chamber (separate body)
Ärztekammer Sachsen-Anhalt — held at Dorothea Erxleben Lernzentrum / SkillsLab, MLU Halle, Magdeburger Straße 12, 06112 Halle
No direct registration — FSP is scheduled via the Approbation authority.
How it works
The process in Sachsen-Anhalt.
Sachsen-Anhalt is among the fastest Approbation authorities in Germany — the LPA states the 3-month maximum is 'not typically used' and actual times are 'well below' it. The Berufserlaubnis requires a binding Einstellungszusage from a specific SA employer and is limited to that employer. The FSP is the only 4-part exam in Germany and is held at the MLU university skills lab rather than the chamber. FSP fee €500.
Required documents
What Landesverwaltungsamt expects in your file.
- 01Medical degree (certified copy)
- 02Transcript
- 03Home-country licence
- 04Passport
- 05CV
- 06B2 German certificate (not older than 5 years)
- 07Police clearance
- 08Health certificate
- 09Sworn translations
- 10Binding Einstellungszusage from Sachsen-Anhalt employer (for Berufserlaubnis)
Verify the current list with Landesverwaltungsamt before submitting — requirements change without public notice.
FSP in Sachsen-Anhalt
€500 at Ärztekammer Sachsen-Anhalt.
Four-part exam — unique among all 17 chambers: (1) 15-min anamnesis with a trained actor using a pre-printed form (not graded as a document); (2) documentation; (3) physician-to-physician handover; (4) additional spoken tasks. Held at a university skills lab, not the chamber.
Scheduling: After Landesprüfungsamt SA Eingangsbestätigung; requires B2 certificate (not older than 5 years) and employer's confirmation of intended practice. FSP fee €500.
Prepare for the FSP
What to know
Before you apply.
One of the best combinations of fast processing and clear documentation. The binding Einstellungszusage requirement for Berufserlaubnis means you need a job offer first — use this as a lever to negotiate early start dates with employers.
FAQ
Frequently asked.
How long does an Approbation application take in Sachsen-Anhalt?+
Landesverwaltungsamt states: "Maximum 3 months after complete file; historically under-utilised ('Bearbeitungszeiten deutlich darunter')". Last verified 12 May 2026.
What does the Approbation cost in Sachsen-Anhalt?+
The Approbation fee is €200. The FSP exam costs an additional €500 at Ärztekammer Sachsen-Anhalt. Additional costs typically include sworn translations (€500–1,500), apostilles, and document procurement.
Who issues the Approbation in Sachsen-Anhalt?+
The Approbation authority is Landesverwaltungsamt — Landesprüfungsamt für Gesundheitsberufe, Referat 507, Halle (Saale), based in Halle (Saale). Note that the FSP is run separately by Ärztekammer Sachsen-Anhalt — these are two different bodies.
Where do I take the FSP for Sachsen-Anhalt?+
Ärztekammer Sachsen-Anhalt — held at Dorothea Erxleben Lernzentrum / SkillsLab, MLU Halle, Magdeburger Straße 12, 06112 Halle. Four-part exam — unique among all 17 chambers: (1) 15-min anamnesis with a trained actor using a pre-printed form (not graded as a document); (2) documentation; (3) physician-to-physician handover; (4) additional spoken tasks. Held at a university skills lab, not the chamber.
Can I apply for Approbation in Sachsen-Anhalt online?+
Yes — Sachsen-Anhalt accepts online applications. Some supporting documents may still need to be sent by post.
Do I need a job offer to apply in Sachsen-Anhalt?+
Yes. Sachsen-Anhalt requires proof of intent to work in the state — a job offer, Hospitationszusage, employer commitment, or in some cases a registered address or language course booking. Prepare this evidence before submitting your application.
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