Deregistering the vehicle (putting it out of service) 
Please note that you can also use our online service for the desired service. You can find the link under "Online Service" or by clicking on the "Complete online" button.
If a vehicle is to be taken out of service, you as the vehicle owner must submit an application.
If the vehicle is to be recycled, you will receive a certificate of destruction from the collection point or the recycling company (dismantling company).
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Basic information
When a vehicle is deregistered, the license plate is deregistered and the tax and insurance obligation expires. The vehicle may no longer be used on public roads and therefore may not be parked in public areas.
The deregistration can also be completed online if the vehicle was registered from 01.01.2015 (see "Further information").
Notes: If desired, the license plate can be reserved for the vehicle when it is taken out of service so that it can be reassigned if the vehicle is re-registered. It is also possible to reserve the license plate for the previous vehicle owner so that the license plate can be assigned to the vehicle owner's next vehicle. The reservation requests can only be taken into account if they are named when the vehicle is taken out of service; the reservation is subject to a fee.
If the previous license plates are no longer in proper condition, new license plates must be produced.Return journeys after removal of the stamped plates may be made with the unstamped license plates in the registration district shown on the license plate and an adjacent district on the day of deregistration (decommissioning) until midnight at the latest. The license plates must be attached to the vehicle. When driving, the shortest route - without detours - must be taken.
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Procedure
- An application for decommissioning must be submitted to the registration authority. A representative (e.g. car dealer) can also be appointed. A power of attorney is not required.
- Tickets for processing are available at the self-check-in terminals on the lower and first floors.
More information
The license plate can be reserved for a maximum of 12 months upon request when the vehicle is taken out of service.
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Necessary Documents
- Registration certificate part I (formerly: vehicle registration document)
- License plates
for registered vehicles
- proof of recovery, if applicable
available from the recycler or the collection point
- if applicable, a statement whether the vehicle was disposed of abroad
or - for example as a classic car - is further used
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Competent Department
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BürgerServiceCenter-Stresemannstraße
- (0421) 115
- (0421) 361-14096 (Zentrales Faxgerät)
- Stresemannstraße 48, 28207 Bremen
- bscstre
@buergeramt. bremen. de
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BürgerServiceCenter-Nord
- (0421) 115
- (0421) 496-55600
- Gerhard-Rohlfs-Straße 62, 28757 Bremen
- bscnord
@buergeramt. bremen. de
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Bürgeramt
- (0421) 115
- Stresemannstraße 48, 28207 Bremen
- bscnord
@buergeramt. bremen. de
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Online Services
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Online vehicle registration - i-Kfz
Internet-based vehicle registration allows you to submit online applications for vehicle registration.
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Fees / Costs
16,80 EUR Administrative charges for decommissioning
5,10 EUR additionally with simultaneous presentation of a certificate of destruction
Additional fees may apply in individual cases.
Please note: If you use the online service, payment is only possible by credit card. -
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The official information in German is complete and correct. 18.11.2025