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Carpenter Trade License (Tischler)
GewO §94 Z.71
Verified: April 2026
Key Facts
- Type: Regulated trade (Handwerk)
- Qualification: Master exam (Meisterpruefung)
- Registration cost: Free (€0)
- Exam fees: Covered by government since July 2023
- Start immediately: Yes, upon registration
- Scope: Furniture, interior fittings, wooden constructions
What Does This Trade Cover?
The Tischler (carpenter/joiner) trade license covers:
- Custom furniture design and manufacturing
- Kitchen installations and built-in furniture
- Interior fittings (doors, windows, staircases from wood)
- Wood restoration and repair work
- CNC woodworking and modern production methods
Tischler vs. Zimmermeister
The Tischler works primarily with finished wood products and furniture. The Zimmermeister
(timber framer) constructs load-bearing wooden structures like roof trusses.
These are separate regulated trades.
Qualification Alternatives
- Master exam (Meisterpruefung) for carpenters
- HTL diploma in wood technology + 3 years practical experience
- University/FH degree in wood engineering + 2 years practical experience
- Individual assessment (§19 GewO) with proof of extensive experience
- Qualified manager (§39 GewO) who holds the qualification
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Related Guides
Legally binding: German text of GewO 1994.