Vehicle registration in Berlin – online
In Berlin, most vehicle registration procedures can be completed entirely online – without an appointment or waiting time. Register new vehicles, re-register, transfer ownership, deregister, or reserve custom license plates directly online.
Which service do you need?
Select your desired procedure to start processing online.
New registration
Register a new vehicle in Berlin: online, without an appointment at the registration office. Required documents, process, fees and contact details of the responsible authority in Berlin.
De-registration
De-register a vehicle in Berlin (take out of service): online, without an appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Berlin registration office.
Transfer of ownership
Transfer a vehicle in Berlin: on change of keeper, purchase or relocation – online, no appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Berlin registration office.
Re-registration
Re-register a de-registered vehicle in Berlin – online, no appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Berlin registration office.
Personalised plate
Reserve a personalised plate in Berlin: check availability online and reserve with the registration office. Process and contact for Berlin.
Licence plates
Order licence plates for Berlin online: embossed to standard, delivered by post. Sizes, types and information for Berlin.
Change of address
Change the keeper address in Berlin after moving – online, no appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Berlin registration office.
Green emissions sticker
Order the official green emissions sticker (level 4) for Berlin online – printed with your licence plate for all German low-emission zones.
Car insurance & eVB
Compare car insurance rates for Berlin, save on premiums and receive your 7-digit electronic insurance confirmation (eVB number) immediately.
How the digital i-Kfz platform works in Berlin
Complete your legally valid vehicle registration or deregistration in four structured steps:
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1. Have vehicle documents ready
Keep your ID document, registration certificate parts I & II (with security codes), and your eVB code at hand.
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2. Select your online procedure
Open the required i-Kfz service (new registration, transfer, deregistration, or custom plate) on the platform.
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3. Submit digitally
Enter vehicle and keeper details online, verify your identity digitally, and submit your application directly.
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4. Drive immediately & receive by mail
Start driving right away with your provisional certificate; official documents, stickers, and plates arrive by mail.
Online platform vs. in-person appointment in Berlin
Why vehicle keepers in Berlin switch to the digital i-Kfz platform:
| Criterion | i-Kfz Platform | Local Authority Visit |
|---|---|---|
| Appointment lead time | Immediate (0 days, 24/7) | Often 1–3 weeks waiting time |
| Time required | Approx. 3–5 minutes online | Travel, parking & waiting ticket |
| Ready to drive | Immediately with provisional certificate | Only after counter visit |
| Plates & stickers | Delivered directly by post | Visit local embossing shop |
Registration offices in Berlin
For every registration office in Berlin, you will find a dedicated page with online procedures, requirements, address, and contact details.
What you need for online vehicle registration
ID card / passport
Valid ID card or passport of the vehicle keeper for digital identification.
Registration certificate part I
Registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document) with uncovered security code.
Registration certificate part II
Registration certificate part II (vehicle title) with security code for registration and transfer.
eVB number (insurance confirmation)
Seven-character eVB code from your motor vehicle liability insurer for registration procedures.
License plate prefixes & district codes in Berlin
All 1 official license plate codes in Berlin – click your district code for authority details, custom plates, and DIN plates:
View all 1 license plate codes in BerlinPractical guides to digital vehicle registration
Step-by-step instructions on security codes, eVB numbers, fees, and required documents:
- Transfer a vehicle online
- Change address online
- Register a vehicle online
- De-register a vehicle online
- i-Kfz stage 4 explained
- Costs of online registration
Frequently asked questions
- What is online vehicle registration and how does it work?
- Internet-based vehicle registration (i-Kfz) lets you complete registration procedures fully digitally – without visiting the registration office. You identify yourself with your ID card or passport, submit the details from your vehicle documents and then receive the papers and stickers by post. Via iKfz-Plattform Berlin you start the process and are guided to secure online processing by our service partner.
- What are the advantages of online registration?
- You save yourself an appointment, the journey and waiting time: the process is possible around the clock from home and is usually handled considerably faster than the classic trip to the authority. Plates and documents arrive conveniently by post.
- Is online registration secure?
- Yes. Identification is carried out using your ID card or passport, and data transmission is SSL-encrypted throughout. This ensures that only authorised persons can initiate a procedure.
- Which documents do I generally need?
- As a rule you need a valid ID card or passport, registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document) and part II (vehicle title), as well as the eVB number from your car insurer.
Digital i-Kfz platforms in other federal states
- Baden-Württemberg
- Bayern
- Brandenburg
- Bremen
- Hamburg
- Hessen
- Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
- Niedersachsen
- Nordrhein-Westfalen
- Rheinland-Pfalz
- Saarland
- Sachsen
- Sachsen-Anhalt
- Schleswig-Holstein
- Thüringen
You complete the digital procedures directly with our service partner: Reserve personalised plate.