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Registering a new motor vehicle (without changing the holder and taking the number plate with you)

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Please note that you can also use our online service for the desired service. You will find the link under "Further information" - Online service". 

If you move house or relocate your business to Bremen, for example, you must re-register your vehicle. 

It is possible to retain the license plate number of the previous registration district.

		    


                					    

						    

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The application can be made in person. A representative with written authorization can also be appointed.  

  From 01.10.2019, it will also be possible to register a new vehicle online under certain conditions. Further information on "internet-based vehicle registration" can be found on the website of the Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure (see "i Where can I find out more?"). 

Note: 

New vehicle documents have been available since October 1, 2005. These are the registration certificate Part I (old: vehicle registration certificate) and Part II (old: vehicle registration document). These are standardized in the European Union (EU). If this is not the case, the vehicle registration document must be presented in addition to the vehicle registration certificate.   

  Attention: 

The owner must have already registered or re-registered in Bremen.

								    

									    Requirements
  • no overdue fees and expenses from previous registration procedures. 
    In the event of payment arrears, the registration authority may not register the vehicle until these have been settled.
  • no motor vehicle tax arrears (including ancillary tax payments, such as interest, late payment penalties). 
    The vehicle tax accounts are checked by the registration office as part of the processing of the registration application. If there are tax arrears, the registration authority may not register the vehicle until these have been settled.
								    
What documents do I need?
    
    
  • Valid original identity card, passport or national passport including the electronic residence permit (eAT) of the applicant vehicle owner        
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  • if registered to companies        
    • in addition:
      
 
      • Current and valid business registration and, if available, current and valid extract from the commercial register (also as a copy)
      • Power of attorney if the authorized person does not personally submit the application on site
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  • in case of representation with written power of attorney        
    • Additionally: identity card or passport of the authorized person
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  • Registration certificate part I (formerly: vehicle registration document)        
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  • valid test report on a general inspection        
    • e.g. TÜV, DEKRA, GTÜ, KÜS, GTS, FSP
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