Papierabnahme
German short form for the Dokumentenabnahme – the pre-start check of driving licence, registration and insurance.
Papierabnahme (literally 'paper check') is the common German short form for the Dokumentenabnahme. It refers to the inspection of the entered vehicle's papers – driving licence, registration document and proof of insurance – before the start. Start clearance is given only once the Papierabnahme has been passed. For the full explanation, see Dokumentenabnahme.
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