Authorisation, transfer, amendment

• Registration of a brand-new vehicle - German registration certificate part II is available
• Valid identity card or passport with original registration certificate (not older than 1 month); if registration is carried out by an authorised representative, only a copy of the identity card or passport with the original registration certificate and the corresponding declaration is required.

• For companies, extract from the commercial register (at least the registered office, name and representation regulations must be shown) and business registration plus power of attorney and a copy of the identity card of a person authorised to represent according to the commercial register or, in the case of sole proprietorships, business registration (please also note the form for admission to associations).

• Registration certificate part II (vehicle registration document) and EC certificate of conformity (for vehicles with EC type approval) - If no registration certificate part II (vehicle registration document) is available, proof of ownership (invoice, purchase contract, etc.) must also be submitted
• Insurance confirmation - proof by means of electronic insurance confirmation (eVB)
• Direct debit authorisation for vehicle tax

• Power of attorney if an authorised representative is to collect the documents

• Valid identity card or passport with original registration certificate (not older than 1 month); in the case of admission by an authorised representative, only the copy of the identity card or copy of the passport with original registration certificate with the corresponding declaration

• For companies, extract from the commercial register (at least the registered office, name and representation regulations must be shown) and business registration plus power of attorney and a copy of the identity card of a person authorised to represent according to the commercial register or, in the case of sole proprietorships, business registration (please also note the form for admission to associations).

• Registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document)
• Registration certificate part II (vehicle title) – not required for transfer from another registration district without change of owner if the registration number is to be retained
• Insurance confirmation - proof by means of electronic insurance confirmation (eVB)
• Proof of a valid general inspection by means of an inspection report (an entry only on the registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document) by the inspection centre is not sufficient)
• Licence plates - not required for transfers within the Salzland district or for transfers from another registration district if the licence plate is to be retained
• Direct debit authorisation for vehicle tax

• Power of attorney if an authorised representative is to collect the documents

• Valid identity card or passport with original registration certificate (not older than 1 month); if registration is carried out by an authorised representative, only a copy of the identity card or passport with the original registration certificate and the corresponding declaration is required.

• For companies, extract from the commercial register (at least the registered office, name and representation regulations must be shown) and business registration plus power of attorney and a copy of the identity card of a person authorised to represent according to the commercial register or, in the case of sole proprietorships, business registration (please also note the form for admission to associations).

• Registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document)
• Registration certificate part II (vehicle registration document) - not required if it is registered to the same holder and the licence plate number is retained
• Insurance confirmation - proof by means of electronic insurance confirmation (eVB)
• Proof of a valid general inspection by means of an inspection report (an entry only on the registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document) by the inspection centre is not sufficient)
• Licence plates - if reserved and still available
• Direct debit authorisation for vehicle tax

• Power of attorney if an authorised representative is to collect the documents

• Valid identity card or passport with original registration certificate (not older than 1 month); in the case of admission by an authorised representative, only the copy of the identity card or copy of the passport with original registration certificate with the corresponding declaration

• For companies, extract from the commercial register (at least the registered office, name and representation regulations must be shown) and business registration plus power of attorney and a copy of the identity card of a person authorised to represent according to the commercial register or, in the case of sole proprietorships, business registration (please also note the form for admission to associations).

• Registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document)
• Registration certificate part II (vehicle registration document)
• Insurance confirmation - proof by means of electronic insurance confirmation (eVB)
• Proof of a valid general inspection by means of an inspection report (an entry only on the registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document) by the inspection centre is not sufficient)
• Licence plates (all existing registration plates) or a theft report from the police (this report must clearly state that one or all of the registration plates have been stolen)
• Power of attorney, if applicable

According to the statutory regulations, the seasonal period must be at least two months. A maximum of eleven months is permitted. Outside of this period, the vehicle may not be used on public roads or parked on public roads. Proof of valid third-party liability insurance must also be submitted to the registration authority outside the seasonal period.

• Valid identity card or passport with original registration certificate (not older than 1 month); in the case of admission by an authorised representative, only the copy of the identity card or copy of the passport with original registration certificate with the corresponding declaration

• For companies, extract from the commercial register (at least the registered office, name and representation regulations must be shown) and business registration plus power of attorney and a copy of the identity card of a person authorised to represent according to the commercial register or, in the case of sole proprietorships, business registration (please also note the form for admission to associations).

• Registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document)
• Registration certificate part II (vehicle registration document)
• Insurance confirmation - proof by means of electronic insurance confirmation (eVB)
• Proof of a valid general inspection by means of an inspection report (an entry only on the registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document) by the inspection centre is not sufficient)
• Licence plates
• Direct debit authorisation for vehicle tax

• Power of attorney if an authorised representative is to collect the documents

With effect from 1 July 2012, it is possible to apply for a so-called interchangeable number plate for two vehicles.

The following requirements must be met:

• Vehicles correspond to the same vehicle class (vehicle type - see below)
• Allocation only possible for cars, motorhomes, motorbikes and trailers up to 750 kg gross vehicle weight
• Both vehicles have the same licence plate dimensions
• Interchangeable licence plates can also be applied for historic vehicles (H licence plates) of the same type
• Interchangeable licence plates as seasonal, red, short-term or export licence plates are not permitted.
• Not all licence plate services in the Salzlandkreis produce interchangeable number plates. Please find out in advance which licence plate service will produce the interchangeable number plates.

The following documents are required:

• Valid identity card or passport with original registration certificate (not older than 1 month); in the case of admission by an authorised representative, only the copy of the identity card or copy of the passport with original registration certificate with the corresponding declaration

• For companies, extract from the commercial register (at least the registered office, name and representation regulations must be shown) and business registration plus power of attorney and a copy of the identity card of a person authorised to represent according to the commercial register or, in the case of sole proprietorships, business registration (please also note the form for admission to associations).

• Registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document)
• Registration certificate part II (vehicle registration document)
• Proof of a valid general inspection by means of an inspection report (an entry only on the registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document) by the inspection centre is not sufficient)
• Insurance confirmation - proof by means of electronic insurance confirmation (eVB)
• Licence plates - only for registered vehicles
• Direct debit authorisation for vehicle tax

• Power of attorney if an authorised representative is to collect the documents

• Valid identity card or passport with original registration certificate (not older than 1 month); in the case of admission by an authorised representative, only the copy of the identity card or copy of the passport with original registration certificate with the corresponding declaration

• Registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document)
• Registration certificate part II (vehicle registration document) - only for name change
• Proof of a valid general inspection by means of an inspection report (an entry only on the registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document) by the inspection centre is not sufficient)
• Power of attorney, if applicable

• Valid identity card or passport with registration certificate (not older than 1 month); in the case of admission by an authorised representative, only the copy - not the original - of the identity card or passport with registration certificate with the corresponding declaration

• Registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document)
• Registration certificate part II (vehicle title) – (only required if changes need to be made, e.g. body type, engine capacity, rated power, fuel type or energy source)
• Proof of a valid general inspection by means of an inspection report (an entry only on the registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document) by the inspection centre is not sufficient)
• Certificate from a technical inspection body or an official monitoring organisation or, in the case of catalytic converter retrofitting, manufacturer's certificate and general operating permit (ABE) or installation confirmation from the workshop
• Power of attorney, if applicable

Registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document)

To apply (only by the vehicle owner) for a new registration certificate Part I (vehicle registration document) as a replacement for the lost registration certificate Part I (vehicle registration document), the owner must submit a sworn statement.
This can be done at the registration authority or at a notary.
If the vehicle is to be registered outside the Salzlandkreis district, the registration authority will issue a clearance certificate.

• Valid identity card or passport with original registration certificate (not older than 1 month)
• In the case of companies, an extract from the commercial register (at least the registered office, name and representation regulations must be shown) and business registration or, in the case of sole proprietorships, business registration
• Registration certificate part II (vehicle registration document)
• Proof of a valid main inspection by means of an inspection report (an entry only on the registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document) by the inspection centre is not sufficient) - only required for registered vehicles
• In the event of theft - theft report from the police

Registration certificate part II (vehicle registration document)

To apply (only by the vehicle owner) for a new registration certificate Part II (vehicle registration document) to replace a lost registration certificate Part II (vehicle registration document), the owner must make an affirmation in lieu of an oath. This can be done at the registration authority or at a notary's office. After the unsuccessful expiry of the deadline (approx. 14 days) at the Federal Motor Transport Authority in Flensburg, the new registration certificate Part II (vehicle registration document) can be issued and handed over.

If the vehicle is to be registered outside the Salzland district, the registration authority will issue a clearance certificate with the technical data. This serves the new registration authority as the basis for issuing the new registration certificate part II (vehicle registration document) as part of the transfer or decommissioning.

• Valid identity card or passport with original registration certificate (not older than 1 month)
• In the event of theft - theft report from the police
• Registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document)
• Proof of a valid main inspection by means of an inspection report (an entry only on the registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document) by the inspection centre is not sufficient) - only required for registered vehicles

EU countries

• Valid identity card or passport with original registration certificate (not older than 1 month); in the case of admission by an authorised representative, only the copy of the identity card or copy of the passport with original registration certificate with the corresponding declaration

• For companies, extract from the commercial register (at least the registered office, name and representation regulations must be shown) and business registration plus power of attorney and a copy of the identity card of a person authorised to represent according to the commercial register or, in the case of sole proprietorships, business registration (please also note the form for admission to associations).

• foreign licence plates
• foreign vehicle documents

• EC Certificate of Conformity (COC document)
• Authorisation to dispose (invoice, purchase contract)
• Declaration of payment of VAT - only required for new vehicles

• Proof of a valid general inspection by means of an inspection report (an entry only on the registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document) by the inspection centre is not sufficient)
• Insurance confirmation - proof by means of electronic insurance confirmation (eVB)
• Direct debit authorisation for vehicle tax

• Power of attorney if an authorised representative is to collect the documents

Non-EU countries

• Valid identity card or passport with registration certificate (not older than 1 month); in the case of admission by an authorised representative, only the copy - not the original - of the identity card or passport with registration certificate with the corresponding declaration

• For companies, extract from the commercial register (at least the registered office, name and representation regulations must be shown) and business registration plus power of attorney and a copy of the identity card of a person authorised to represent according to the commercial register or, in the case of sole proprietorships, business registration (please also note the form for admission to associations).

• Proof of customs clearance
• foreign licence plates
• foreign vehicle documents

• Authorisation to dispose (invoice, purchase contract)
• Proof of a valid general inspection by means of an inspection report (an entry only on the registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document) by the inspection centre is not sufficient)
• Insurance confirmation - proof by means of electronic insurance confirmation (eVB)
• Direct debit authorisation for vehicle tax

• Power of attorney if an authorised representative is to collect the documents