At the moment some agencies in Germany need 8 to 11 weeks!! for processing the new licences! We don't need to send in passports or such... that would really cause trouble here.
The paper is a special white paper, no wallets (get your own!) and special HP laser printers are needed... ones that print on the sleek paper without making a mess, now or later.
Again, isn't European harmonisation great?
Westy