Which Documents Do I Need to Register My Car in Germany?
To register your vehicle in Germany, you will need the following documents:
IF VEHICLE IS FROM GERMANY
Original Vehicle Registration Letter (Fahrzeugbrief Teil II)
Original Vehicle Registration document (Fahrzeugschein Teil I)
Valid Safety & Emissions Inspection Report. MUST be to 2014/45/EU standard, have verified VIN on report and state “Roadworthiness Certificate according to 2014/45/EU,” if done outside of Germany.
Current License Plates IF the vehicle is still registered elsewhere
IF VEHICLE IS FROM ANOTHER EUCOUNTRY
Original Vehicle Registration Documents or equivalent
Certificate of Conformity (COC) or equivalent
Proof of ownership, for example, a copy of sales agreement (bill of sale)
Valid Safety & Emissions Inspection Report. MUST be to 2014/45/EU standard, have verified VIN on report and state “Roadworthiness Certificate according to 2014/45/EU,” if done outside of Germany.
Current License Plates IF the vehicle is still registered elsewhere
IF VEHICLE IS FROM ANOTHER COUNTRY OUTSIDE THE EU
Proof of payment of import tax and duties
Original Vehicle Registration Documents or equivalent
Certificate of Conformity (COC) or equivalent
Proof of ownership, for example, a copy of sales agreement (bill of sale)
Valid Safety & Emissions Inspection Report. MUST be to 2014/45/EU standard, have verified VIN on report and state “Roadworthiness Certificate according to 2014/45/EU,” if done outside of Germany.
Current License Plates IF the vehicle is still registered elsewhere
