What are the opening hours of the registration authority in Hamburg?

The regular counter hours of the authority in Hamburg (Landesbetrieb Verkehr (LBV)) are: Mo,Mi 07:00-14:00, Di,Do 07:00-18:00, Fr 07:00-12:00, Sa-So geschlossen. Via the digital i-Kfz platform, you are not bound by these hours and can register or deregister your vehicle online 24/7.

Do I need an appointment for online registration in Hamburg?

No. When you complete new registration, transfer, deregistration, or custom plate reservation via the online platform, no visit to the authority is required. Certificates, stickers, and plates are sent by post.

Which documents are required on the platform for Hamburg?

For digital submission you need a valid ID card or passport, registration certificate part I and part II (with security codes), and the 7-character eVB insurance number.

Which license plate prefixes are issued in Hamburg?

In the registration district Hamburg, the official license plate prefix(es) HH are issued.

Is iKfz-Plattform Hamburg a government authority?

No. iKfz-Plattform Hamburg is an independent private online platform. Technical application processing is carried out via our service partner registered with the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA).

Digital vehicle platform Hamburg – register & deregister online

Official license plate codes:HH

Platform overview for Hamburg

Via the digital i-Kfz platform for Hamburg (license plate code: HH), all standard vehicle procedures can be completed paperlessly: new registration, re-registration, deregistration, transfer of ownership, change of address, emissions sticker, and custom license plate reservation. You need a valid ID card or passport, registration certificate parts I and II (with security codes), and the electronic insurance confirmation (eVB). Submission is handled directly online through our registered service partner – without an appointment at the authority.

Digital i-Kfz services on the platform for Hamburg

Select your desired procedure for the Hamburg registration district. You will find all local requirements and direct access to online processing.

Drive immediately~5 min

New registration

Register a new vehicle in Hamburg: online, without an appointment at the registration office. Required documents, process, fees and contact details of the responsible authority in Hamburg.

Start registration online

Stops tax & insurance~3 min

De-registration

De-register a vehicle in Hamburg (take out of service): online, without an appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Hamburg registration office.

Start de-registration online

Keep or change plate~5 min

Transfer of ownership

Transfer a vehicle in Hamburg: on change of keeper, purchase or relocation – online, no appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Hamburg registration office.

Start transfer online

No office appointment~5 min

Re-registration

Re-register a de-registered vehicle in Hamburg – online, no appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Hamburg registration office.

Start re-registration online

Direct reservation~2 min

Personalised plate

Reserve a personalised plate in Hamburg: check availability online and reserve with the registration office. Process and contact for Hamburg.

Reserve personalised plate

DIN-certified embossing~2 min

Licence plates

Order licence plates for Hamburg online: embossed to standard, delivered by post. Sizes, types and information for Hamburg.

Order plates online

Paperless from home~3 min

Change of address

Change the keeper address in Hamburg after moving – online, no appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Hamburg registration office.

Start change of address online

For all low-emission zones~1 min

Green emissions sticker

Order the official green emissions sticker (level 4) for Hamburg online – printed with your licence plate for all German low-emission zones.

Order emissions sticker online

eVB via SMS / emailInstant

Car insurance & eVB

Compare car insurance rates for Hamburg, save on premiums and receive your 7-digit electronic insurance confirmation (eVB number) immediately.

Compare rates & get eVB

Duration & overview of digital vehicle services in Hamburg

Key benchmarks for digital vehicle procedures in the registration district Hamburg (HH):

Procedure in Hamburg	Input time	Key documents	Direct link
Vehicle deregistration	~3 min	Part I + plate security codes	Deregistration Hamburg →
Transfer / change of keeper	~5 min	Parts I & II, eVB number, ID	Transfer Hamburg →
New registration	~5 min	Part II, CoC document, eVB number	New registration Hamburg →
Re-registration	~5 min	Parts I & II, eVB number, valid inspection (HU)	Re-registration Hamburg →
Custom plate (HH)	~2 min	Desired combination & keeper details	Custom plate Hamburg →

Local vehicle registration authority for Hamburg

Public information of the competent authority (Landesbetrieb Verkehr (LBV)) – not part of this service.

Schnackenburgallee 43
22525 Hamburg
Hamburg

On-site opening hours: Mo,Mi 07:00-14:00, Di,Do 07:00-18:00, Fr 07:00-12:00, Sa-So geschlossen

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Authority contact & available services in Hamburg

Phone:: 040-42858 3200
Email:: kfz-zulassung@lbv.hamburg.de

Supported procedures in the Hamburg district

New registration
Re-registration
De-registration
Transfer of ownership
Change of address
Green emissions sticker
Personalised plate

4 steps on the digital platform for Hamburg

11. Have vehicle documents readyKeep your ID document, registration certificate parts I & II (with security codes), and your eVB code at hand.
22. Select your online procedureOpen the required i-Kfz service (new registration, transfer, deregistration, or custom plate) on the platform.
33. Submit digitallyEnter vehicle and keeper details online, verify your identity digitally, and submit your application directly.
44. Drive immediately & receive by mailStart driving right away with your provisional certificate; official documents, stickers, and plates arrive by mail.

Questions & answers about the digital platform in Hamburg

All FAQ for Hamburg Guides Hamburg

What are the opening hours of the registration authority in Hamburg?: The regular counter hours of the authority in Hamburg (Landesbetrieb Verkehr (LBV)) are: Mo,Mi 07:00-14:00, Di,Do 07:00-18:00, Fr 07:00-12:00, Sa-So geschlossen. Via the digital i-Kfz platform, you are not bound by these hours and can register or deregister your vehicle online 24/7.
Do I need an appointment for online registration in Hamburg?: No. When you complete new registration, transfer, deregistration, or custom plate reservation via the online platform, no visit to the authority is required. Certificates, stickers, and plates are sent by post.
Which documents are required on the platform for Hamburg?: For digital submission you need a valid ID card or passport, registration certificate part I and part II (with security codes), and the 7-character eVB insurance number.
Which license plate prefixes are issued in Hamburg?: In the registration district Hamburg, the official license plate prefix(es) HH are issued.
Is iKfz-Plattform Hamburg a government authority?: No. iKfz-Plattform Hamburg is an independent private online platform. Technical application processing is carried out via our service partner registered with the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA).

Other registration districts in Hamburg

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Last updated: 24.10.2026.

Digital i-Kfz platforms in other federal states

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