Planning
How a permit procedure for heavy transport works
In most countries a permit procedure follows a similar pattern: application with exact data, review by the competent authority and bodies along the route, decision with conditions. How long it takes depends on route, dimensions and authority.
What matters
- Data
- Goods, dimensions, weights, vehicle combination, axle loads, route.
- Application
- With the competent authority – via partners who know the procedure.
- Consultation
- Road authorities and other bodies along the route take part in the review.
- Decision
- Permission with route, times, escort and further conditions.
Planning questions
We clarify these points before quoting – the earlier they are known, the more precise the plan.
- Are dimensions and weights confirmed?
- Is the vehicle known?
- Which countries are on the route?
- When should the transport travel?
- Is the load indivisible?
What we need from you
- Exact data
- Route
- Time window
- Divisibility
Preparation: You hand over the cargo ready for loading with known lifting points – dismantling, assembly and foundation work are handled by your team or your installation partner.
What we do for you
What we organise
- Feasibility check per project with questions on missing values
- Coordination of permits, escort vehicles, route surveys and lifting equipment via partners
- Quote with the agreed scope once the transport can be planned
Good to know
This page shows typical processes – we clarify the details of your permit with our partners and the responsible authority.
How it works
- 01
Request
You state the cargo, dimensions and weight per piece with units, rough route and time window – marking anything unknown.
- 02
Review
We check the data and coordinate the application with partners.
- 03
Quote
After the feasibility check you receive a quote with the agreed scope, including partner services.
- 04
Execution
The transport only travels with a valid decision and according to its conditions.
Questions and answers: How a permit procedure works
How does a heavy transport permit work?
Application with exact data, review by the authority and bodies involved, decision with conditions – only then may it travel.
What does the duration depend on?
On country, authority, route, dimensions and weight. Complete details and an early request shorten the process – we give you the realistic lead time after the review.
Do I need a separate permit in every country?
Usually yes – every country crossed has its own procedure.
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Three steps. Anything you do not know yet can be left open.
Details for planning
- Exact data
- Route
- Time window
- Divisibility