Reserve a personalized license plate
Reserving a personalized license plate at the vehicle registration office; this can usually be done online.
How to proceed
- 1
Check availability online
Through the online portal of the relevant licensing authority.
- 2
Make a reservation
Pay the reservation fee; the reservation is usually valid for 90 days.
- 3
Register a vehicle
Complete the registration within the reservation period.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
1 day
Official: max. 1 day
Online application
Online possible – at the responsible authority
Common mistakes
- • Allow the reservation period (usually 90 days) to expire before registration
Common reasons for rejection
- • The combination you selected is already taken
- • Combinations prohibited (e.g., anti-constitutional symbols)
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Vehicle owners who wish to have a specific license plate for their vehicle.
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. 85.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Allow the reservation period (usually 90 days) to expire before registration
Common reasons for rejection
- •The combination you selected is already taken
- •Combinations prohibited (e.g., anti-constitutional symbols)
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.