Owning a vehicle

Whether new or second-hand - here you can find out when you need to register, deregister or re-register a car, truck, boat or other means of transportation, what there is to consider with regards to licence plates and what subsidies are available for the purchase.

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Application for short-term license plate approval
You can apply for the short-term license plate as a private individual or company for a roadworthy but not registered vehicle. You can only use it for: Test drives and ...
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Apply for a flag certificate for pleasure craft
If you own a seagoing vessel or a seaworthy pleasure craft with a hull length of up to 15 meters and want or need to fly the German flag on board, you can apply for a flag certificate.
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Apply for a new vehicle registration from an EU country
Registration of a new vehicle from an EU country is possible on application. Registration is granted by the responsible registration authority.
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Apply for a parking permit for severely disabled persons
Do you live in Rhineland-Palatinate and need a parking permit for severely disabled people? Severely disabled people with an exceptional walking disability (mark "aG")...
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Apply for a personal parking space for severely disabled persons
As a severely disabled person, you can apply for a parking space for severely disabled persons. To do so, you must meet certain requirements.
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Apply for a red vehicle license plate (07 license plate) for classic cars participating in events
Would you like to take part in an event with a classic car or carry out a test, transfer or workshop drive? Then you can apply for a red classic car license plate for these trips.
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Apply for a replacement following notification of loss of the exemption permit for vehicles and vehicle combinations
If you have lost your exemption permit or it has gone missing, you can apply for a new one from the competent authority.
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Apply for a replacement for the registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document)
If you no longer have your registration certificate Part I or it is no longer legible, you must apply for a replacement document.
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Apply for a short-term license plate
You can apply for the short-term license plate as a private individual or company for a roadworthy but not registered vehicle.
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Apply for a vehicle tax concession for severely disabled persons
If you are the owner of a motor vehicle as a person with a severe disability, you may have to pay less or no vehicle tax under certain conditions. To do this, apply for a vehicle tax concession.
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Apply for proof of general operating license for vehicles and trailers from the former GDR
Do you no longer have proof of an operating license for your vehicle that was formerly not subject to registration in the German Democratic Republic (GDR)? Then you can under certain conditions proof of the general operating license (ABE) under certain conditions.
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Apply for registration certificate part II
With the registration certificate part II you can prove that you are allowed to dispose of the vehicle in question.
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Apply for seasonal license plates for vehicles
If you only use a vehicle regularly during certain periods, you have the option of applying for a seasonal license plate.
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Apply for variable license plates
If two vehicles of the same vehicle class are not operated at the same time, it is possible to obtain an interchangeable license plate if they have the same owner. The full...
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Apply for vehicle registration information (holder information) as an authorized person
You can request information on vehicles that are registered with the registration authority. You must give reasons for your request.
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Applying for a license plate for electric vehicles
To register an electrically powered vehicle, you must apply for an E-license plate at your local vehicle registration office.
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Applying for a permit to operate individual vehicles
If your vehicle does not have EC type approval, you must apply for type approval before the vehicle can be admitted to road traffic.
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Applying for a replacement for a lost registration certificate part II (vehicle registration document)
If you no longer have your registration certificate part II or it is no longer legible, you must apply for a replacement document.
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Applying for a vehicle to be taken out of service
If you wish to deregister your vehicle, you must have it taken out of service at the relevant vehicle registration authority.
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Applying for an operating license for a vehicle without registration
Would you like to drive a vehicle that does not require registration and does not have EU type approval? Then you must apply for an operating permit.
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Applying for deregistration for a vehicle without registration
If you wish to deregister your registration-free vehicle, to which a license plate has been assigned, from road traffic, you must apply to your registration authority for deregistration.
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Applying for exemptions and alternative verification procedures to European aviation law
Do you need approval for an exemption from European aviation law or an alternative verification procedure instead of the Acceptable Means of Compliance (AMC)? If so, you must apply to the Federal Aviation Office, provided it is responsible in your case.
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Applying for export license plates for vehicles
Would you like to transfer a vehicle abroad that is subject to registration or license plate requirements but without a license plate? Then you may need an export license plate.
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Applying for initial registration of a vehicle (new registration)
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Applying for the first registration of a vehicle from a third country (new registration)
Have you purchased a vehicle outside the European Union (EU) or the European Economic Area (EEA) and would like to use it within Germany? Then you must apply for a registration for German road traffic.
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Applying for the first registration of a vehicle from an EU member state
Have you bought a vehicle in another European country and would like to use it in Germany? Then you must apply for a registration for German road traffic.
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Applying for the issue of a registration certificate part I
If you drive a registered vehicle on public roads, you must always have the registration certificate part I with you. This is the former vehicle registration certificate.
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Applying for the registration of a vehicle on public roads
If you want to use a vehicle that is subject to registration on public roads, this vehicle must be registered by the competent authority.
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Applying for the replacement of the operating license of unregistered vehicles after loss
Have you lost the operating license of your registration-free vehicle, has it been stolen or has it become illegible? Then you need to apply for a replacement document.
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Applying for vehicle registration for used cars from an EU country
Registration of a vehicle that has already been registered in the EU or EEA is possible on application. Registration is granted by the competent registration authority.
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Applying for vehicle registration for used vehicles from non-EU countries
Registration of a vehicle that was already registered abroad (non-EU country) is possible on application. The registration is issued by the responsible registration authority.
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Applying for vehicle registration with a foreign license plate
Registration of a vehicle that has already been registered abroad is possible on application. The registration is issued by the competent registration authority.
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Approval for 100km/h for motor vehicles with trailers (combinations)
Approval for a maximum speed of 100 km/h on motorways and motor roads is possible for vehicles with trailers (combinations) upon application. Approval is granted by the competent licensing authority.
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Bollard - Chip Card / Apply for Authorization
You can be given permission to open an electronic bollard if you belong to a specific group of people.
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Cars: Points and Consequences
If a certain number of points are reached in the Federal Motor Transport Authority, the driving licence authority initiates measures.
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Change vehicle data or owner data
If the vehicle data or owner data for your vehicle has changed, you must report this to your registration authority.
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Exemption from vehicle tax for registered electric vehicles
Have you purchased an all-electric vehicle or converted an existing vehicle to an all-electric vehicle? Then you can be exempt from vehicle tax for up to 10 years.
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Fine dust sticker/ environmental sticker Information
If you want to drive in an environmental zone, you need a fine dust sticker/environmental sticker. You can obtain information here.
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Fine dust sticker/ environmental sticker issue
If you want to drive into an environmental zone, you need a fine dust sticker/ environmental badge. You can get information here.
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Issuing a resident parking permit
Would you like to park in your residential district? Then you need a resident parking permit.
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License plate number: red 07 (classic car)
Do you need a red 07 license plate? Then you must apply for this at the responsible registration authority.
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License plate: Additional plate for bicycle carrier or load
Is your rear license plate fully or partially obscured by a load carrier or load you are carrying? Then an additional license plate must be attached to the vehicle.
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License plate: Apply for a small license plate
Have you purchased a vehicle that makes it difficult to install a normal license plate? Then a reduced marking may be a solution for you.
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License plate: green license plate
Vehicles exempt from the tax can receive a license plate with green lettering. An application is required for this.
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License plate: Oldtimer (H) Application
Classic cars can be vehicles that were first registered 30 years ago (or earlier). It depends on the day of the first approval. Such vehicles, which are largely in their original...
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License plate: red 06 (dealers, manufacturers, workshops)
As a reliable trader in the vehicle industry (e.g. car manufacturers, car dealers, car repair shops), you can apply for the red license plate for unregistered vehicles. Red...
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License plate: unstamped
Journeys in connection with the registration may be carried out with unstamped number plates in the registration district shown on the licence plate and in the neighbouring...
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License plates: Assigning license plates
Would you like a specific combination of letters or numbers for your license plate?
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License plates: exchange for Euro license plates
You can exchange your old license plate for a Euro license plate (with a blue border).
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License plates: License plates - extend
Would you like to secure your desired license plate? This is possible at the vehicle registration office.
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License plates: Replacement
Your vehicle license plate has been damaged or is illegible) Then you as the owner are obliged to have a new license plate affixed.
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License plates: Reserve the license plate of your choice
Do you want a specific combination of letters or numbers for your license plate, for example an abbreviation of the name, the abbreviation of your company, a date of birth o...
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Motor vehicle registration new from non-EU country
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Motor vehicle: Replace registration certificate part II - information on readiness for collection
Do you need a new vehicle registration document? You will need to contact the registration authority.
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Obstruction by parked vehicles in stationary traffic
If you park your vehicle incorrectly in public spaces, fines may be imposed on you.
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Obtaining an e-badge for e-vehicles from abroad
If your electrically powered vehicle from abroad does not already have a license plate, it will need an e-badge to drive in Germany.
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Parking lots/multi-storey car parks
Information about parking in the cities and municipalities in Rhineland-Palatinate.
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Parking permit
With a parking permit, you will be allowed to park a vehicle at a specific location
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Paying vehicle tax
As soon as your vehicle has been registered, you generally have to pay vehicle tax. The amount you have to pay depends on the technical assessment basis of your vehicle.
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Pick up towed vehicle
Below you will learn how to get your towed vehicle back.
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Re-registering a vehicle to another owner
Would you like to use a deregistered vehicle on the road? As the new owner, you can re-register it for road use.
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Re-registering a vehicle with the same owner
Would you like to use your deregistered vehicle on the road again? Then you can re-register it with the registration authority.
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Receive a tax reduction or exemption from motor vehicle tax
If you are the owner of a vehicle, you can apply for a vehicle tax concession in the form of a tax reduction or complete exemption from vehicle tax under certain conditions.
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Receive information for towed vehicle
Her car was towed away by the authorities. Here you can find out more about the further progress.
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Register vehicle for regular main inspection and emissions test
You must have your vehicle checked at regular intervals to ensure that it is still roadworthy.
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Renew flag certificate for pleasure craft
Flag certificates for seaworthy pleasure craft expire after 8 years. In order to continue flying the German flag on board, you must submit an application for renewal.
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Rent a municipal car park
You can rent an urban parking space if needed. A written application is required for this.
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Report a motor vehicle without an owner
Motor vehicles that are no longer registered and vehicles that are not roadworthy (car wrecks and car parts are included) may not be parked on public roads, paths and squares. If...
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Report radio interference
If you suspect radio interference, you can report it to the test and measurement service of the Federal Network Agency.
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Request leasing certificate information
If you would like to check whether the vehicle registration certificate has been received by your registration authority, you can request a leasing certificate information.
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Resident parking permit
The resident parking permit entitles the holder to park in resident parking areas.
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Resident parking permit extension
You can apply to have your resident parking permit extended.
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Road closures
Roads can be cordoned off if necessary. As a rule, there is a detour to bypass the roadblock.
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Show installation and decommissioning of publicly accessible charging points
If you put publicly accessible normal and fast charging points into or out of operation, you must notify the Federal Network Agency. You must also notify the Agency if you make private charging points public or hand over your charging points to another operator.
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Vehicle registration: Re-registration in another registration district with application for a new license plate
Have you moved to another licensing district? Then you have to have your vehicle documents updated at the responsible registration authority there and apply for a new license plate if you do not want to continue using the previous license plate.
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Vehicle: Dispose of end-of-life vehicle (certificate of destruction)
You have the option of disposing of your old car free of charge. This is possible at a recognized collection or return point.
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View Vehicle Sale
If there is a change in the person of the owner (e.g. by selling the vehicle), the previous owner or owner must immediately notify the competent registration authority for the purpose of changing the vehicle registers.
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Visitor parking permit
If you want to park in a resident parking zone, you will need a visitor parking permit. To do this, you must submit an application.
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Wildlife accident (motor vehicle)
If there is deer on the road, whether alive or dead, secure the accident site with a warning triangle and/or hazard warning lights to protect the traffic behind and prevent...
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