De-register a vehicle
De-registration of a vehicle with the registration office, e.g., in the event of sale, scrapping, or temporary de-registration.
How to proceed
- 1
Have license plates deregistered
At the registration office or by deregistering online using an electronic seal.
- 2
Submit a cancellation request
With Certificate of Registration, Part I, and license plate.
- 3
Notify your insurance company
To ensure that no further charges are incurred.
Required documents
- Certificate of Registration, Part IMandatory
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
1 day
Official: max. approx. 1 weeks
Online application
Online possible – at the responsible authority
Common mistakes
- • License plates submitted without being de-registered
- • Insurance company was not notified, so premiums remain due
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Vehicle owners who no longer wish to use their vehicle on public roads.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. 1 day
Success rate
approx. 99.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •License plates submitted without being de-registered
- •Insurance company was not notified, so premiums remain due
Common reasons for rejection
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
Read the decision carefully: often submitting missing documents or reapplying helps more than an objection.