FSP NRW: waiting time?

Question

I sent my Approbation Germany papers to Behörde in Düsseldorf 3 months ago. No reply. How long is normal waiting time for Fachsprachprüfung (FSP) invitation?

Daniel F · Accepted Answer

You can do a short escalation without stress:
• Send a polite email with your Aktenzeichen and list of documents you sent
• Ask if anything is missing and if your file is complete for FSP registration
• If no answer in 7–10 days, call during their phone hours

In NRW delays often happen because one document is outdated or because the authority is waiting for verification. Also keep in mind: FSP dates depend on Ärztekammer availability, so invitation can come later even if file is complete. Don't resend the whole package—ask for a completeness check first.

Dmitri V · Answer

I got reply only after I called them 3 times 😅 Try phone hours early morning. Email was ignored.

Mohammed A · Answer

In NRW it can be 8–16 weeks but also longer if documents are missing. Check if they need translations and a certificate of good standing not older than 3 months.

Lucas S · Answer

Did you already get Eingangsbestätigung? Sometimes they reply only by post letter.

Aisha A · Answer

Same here… I waited 4 months in Düsseldorf. Maybe NRW is slow now.