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Prerequisites

• The vehicle is registered in Hamburg and has a Hamburg license plate.
• The license plates are preserved to such an extent that they can be clearly identified.

Documents required

• the old license plates
• Registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document)
• Original inspection certificate of the HU
• the new license plates with the same license plate
• Informal, written declaration in case of loss or damage of the stickers

Additionally, when applying by proxy:

• legibly completed power of attorney of the registered owner in the original
• Original ID of the representative
• A legible color copy of the vehicle owner's ID card. This should be marked "COPY"
• Authorization of the representative if it is a company vehicle

Please note

• The front license plate bears the registration sticker with the Hamburg coat of arms. The rear plate bears the registration sticker and the general inspection sticker.
• A new license plate must be issued in the following cases:
  • in case of loss or theft of one or both license plates (for further information, see the article of the same name)
  • for foreign license plates registered in Hamburg (re-registration to a Hamburg license plate required)
  • if the license plate is no longer identifiable

Deadlines

If damaged, license plates must be replaced as quickly as possible.

Procedure

• Book an appointment online.
  • On our website, select the category "Vehicle Registration"
  • Then book "Re-stamping of license plates"
  • You will receive an email. Confirm your reservation using the link in the email.
• Bring all necessary documents and the appointment confirmation with you to your appointment at the LBV.
• Scan the QR code on your appointment confirmation using the scanner on site.
• Take a seat in the waiting area. You will be called by your call number.
• Your request is being processed.

Processing time

Your request will be dealt with directly on site.

Fees

The fee for re-stamping is EUR 5.10. In addition, there are costs for new license plates. The fee is based on the fee schedule for measures in road traffic (GebOSt).

Legal remedies

Contradiction

Legal basis

Section 12 paragraph 1 of the Vehicle Registration Ordinance (FZV)