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Re-register a vehicle

Re-registration of a vehicle when the owner changes or the owner moves to an area under the jurisdiction of a different registration office.

Processing: approx. 1 weeks
Online application possibleSuccess rate: 98.0 %

How to proceed

  1. 1

    Obtain an eVB number

    Request this from your auto insurance provider (even if the insurance remains the same when the vehicle owner changes).

  2. 2

    Appointment at the registration office

    Online or in person, with your vehicle registration certificate, ID card, and, if applicable, your new license plate.

  3. 3

    Receive a new certificate of registration

    If you change your registration district, you may need a new license plate.

Required documents

  • Certificate of Registration, Part IMandatory
  • eVB numberMandatoryOften forgotten

Responsible authority

The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →

Fees

Varies by case

Processing time

approx. 1 weeks

Official: max. approx. 2 weeks

Online application

Online possible – at the responsible authority

Common mistakes

  • • Failure to meet the deadline for re-registration (usually 1 month after moving)
  • • The eVB number for the new insurance policy is missing

Common reasons for rejection

  • • Vehicle documents are incomplete or the originals are not available

The essentials before applying

Who is eligible?

Vehicle owners who move to a different registration district or purchase a vehicle that is already registered.

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. approx. 1 weeks

Success rate

approx. 98.0 % (estimate)

Most common mistakes

  • •Failure to meet the deadline for re-registration (usually 1 month after moving)
  • •The eVB number for the new insurance policy is missing

Common reasons for rejection

  • •Vehicle documents are incomplete or the originals are not available

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.

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