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Foot Care (Fusspflege)
GewO §94 Z.20
Verified: April 2026
Key Facts
- Type: Regulated trade
- Qualification: Qualification exam
- Registration cost: Free (€0)
- Exam fees: Covered by government since July 2023
- Start immediately: Yes, upon registration
- Important: Cosmetic foot care only, NOT medical podiatry
Cosmetic vs. Medical Foot Care
The trade license covers cosmetic foot care (nail trimming, callus removal,
cosmetic treatments). Medical foot care for conditions like diabetic foot,
nail fungus, or ingrown nails is reserved for licensed podiatrists (medical profession).
What This Trade Covers
- Nail trimming and shaping
- Callus and corn removal
- Cosmetic foot treatments
- Nail design and lacquering
- Foot massages and wellness treatments
- Mobile foot care services (home visits)
Specializations That Increase Earnings
Advanced techniques command premium prices:
- Brace therapy (Spangentechnik) for ingrown nails
- Nail prosthetics (Nagelprothetik)
- Orthonyxie (nail correction)
- Diabetic foot care specialist (in cooperation with physicians)
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Related Guides
Legally binding: German text of GewO 1994.