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Apply for an international vehicle registration certificate

If you want to travel with your vehicle outside the EU, you can apply for an international vehicle registration document.

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Detailed description

To enter certain foreign countries by car, you need an international vehicle registration document.
For driving within the European Union (EU), your regular vehicle registration certificate Part I is sufficient. Within the EU, you do not need an international vehicle registration document.

You can obtain information about which documents you specifically need in which country from the respective foreign representation of the country.

 

Information

Prerequisites

  • Your vehicle is registered or licensed in Hamburg

Documents required

  • valid identity card, electronic residence permit (eAT) or passport with current confirmation of registration
  • Registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document)
  • Appointment confirmation

Additionally, if an authorized person submits the application:

  • written authorization from the applicant
  • valid identity card of the authorized person

Even if the application is submitted by proxy, the applicant’s original identity card must be presented.

Please note

To enter certain countries outside the EU, you will need a Carnet de Passages (Carnet de Passages). This document allows for the temporary, duty-free import of your vehicle into other countries and is issued by automobile clubs.


In addition, in some countries outside the EU, a so-called green insurance card or international insurance card is required, which proves that the vehicle is insured. This card can be obtained from your motor liability insurer.


The respective foreign representation of the country will inform you which documents you need in which country.

Deadlines

no

Procedure

  • You book an appointment online.
    • On our website for booking appointments, select the category "Vehicle registration"
    • Book the appointment "Change of vehicle documents - technical changes"
    • You will receive an email. Confirm your reservation using the link in the email.
  • Please 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.
  • You will receive the international vehicle registration document directly at your appointment on site.

Processing time

Your request will be processed immediately once all documents are complete.

Fees

The fees amount to approximately €11. The exact amount can only be determined on-site based on the submission of all documents. The fee amount is based on the Fee Schedule for Measures in Road Traffic (GebOSt).

Legal remedies

no

Legal basis

§ 44 Vehicle Registration Ordinance (FZV)


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Last updated: 31.10.2025