This is a translation of the German website. FleetCred is developed and operated in Germany: the office administration is in German, and the app for drivers and employees is available in German, English, Polish, Romanian, Turkish, Ukrainian and Russian. Laws and deadlines on these pages refer to Germany and the EU; legal texts and contracts are available in German only. Ask us how FleetCred fits the rules in your country.

Driver documents in coach and bus companies

Bus drivers are responsible for many passengers, and their driving licence must be renewed every five years, from 50 with additional proof. FleetCred keeps track of category D, driver qualification and driver card across the whole driving operation.

As of
17 October 2026
Contents
  1. Three deadlines per driver
  2. Driving service in shift operation
  3. Frequently asked questions

Three deadlines per driver

DocumentValidOur suggested reminder
Categories D1, D, DE (back of the driving licence)Five yearsThree months before; from 50, rather six months because of the proof of fitness
Driver qualification card or Code 95Five yearsTwelve months before, to plan the modules
Driver cardFive yearsTwo months before; renewal application at least 15 working days before expiry

Driving service in shift operation

In a driving service, hardly ever is everyone at the depot at the same time. With FleetCred, the link arrives on the phone, and the driver photographs the driving licence, driver qualification card and driver card during a break. If you prefer to check on site, use the tablet in dispatch. You add temporary staff and drivers from partner companies in the same way.

Frequently asked questions

What changes from 50?

When categories D and D1 are renewed, the driving licence authority requires proof of fitness in addition from the age of 50. Allow more time for this and set the reminder lead time in FleetCred correspondingly longer.

Does FleetCred also check the passenger transport licence?

No. It is not required for bus drivers with category D. FleetCred checks the driving licence, driver qualification card or Code 95, driver card and ADR certificate.

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Try it with your drivers

Tell us how many drivers you have and which documents you check. You will receive a quote and, if you wish, trial access.