Information from the Central Vehicle Register (ZFZR) at the KBA—e.g., to identify the vehicle owner following an accident. Only upon demonstration of a legitimate interest.
Damit wir Vehicle registration information from the Federal Motor Transport Authority mit dem zuständigen Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt in Ihrer Stadt anzeigen können.
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Sie werden zur geführten Suche weitergeleitet – mit Kontaktdaten, Termin und nächsten Schritten für Vehicle registration information from the Federal Motor Transport Authority.
Quick answer
Documents you need
Demonstration of legitimate interest · Identification card
Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
How to do it
Apply directly online
Costs
10,20 €)
Demonstrate a legitimate interest
For example, document the accident report or the damage.
Submit your application online or in writing
Including a statement of reasons and advance payment of fees (approx. €10.20).
Receive information by mail
KBA will provide the information in writing.
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Who is eligible?
Accident victims, attorneys, and government agencies with a demonstrated legitimate interest.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 weeks
Success rate
approx. 80.0 % (estimate)
Read the decision carefully: often submitting missing documents or reapplying helps more than an objection.
No, only individuals with a legitimate interest (e.g., creditors in an accident).