If you want to work as a veterinarian in Germany after studying veterinary medicine, you need a special professional license - a license to practice medicine.
After successfully completing your studies, you can apply for a license to practice as a veterinarian. This license allows you to practice the profession of veterinarian in Germany independently and on your own responsibility.
You will receive a license to practice for an unlimited period of time. It is valid for the entire Federal Republic of Germany.
Your license to practice can be revoked if you are no longer reliable to practice the profession. This may include violating professional regulations or committing a criminal offense. Your license can also be revoked if you have health problems relevant to the practice of the veterinary profession.
