You may only use a vehicle that requires registration on public roads if it has been registered for this purpose by the relevant registration authority.

The registration certificate Part I, formerly known as the vehicle registration document, serves as proof of registration. As the driver of the vehicle, you must therefore always carry this with you when driving.

You must apply for a replacement document for the registration certificate Part I from:

• Loss
• Theft
• Illegibility

If the registration certificate Part I has been stolen, you must report this to the police. If you lose the registration certificate Part I or it has been destroyed, you must make a sworn statement that your statements are true.

It is not possible to apply for a replacement document online. You must go to your local registration office in person. Until the replacement document is issued, you may not drive your registered vehicle on public roads.

• Valid identity card or passport
• For commercially used vehicles: relevant evidence
• In case of loss: declaration of loss from the registration authority, in individual cases with an affidavit
• In case of theft: confirmation from the police of the theft report
• Existing registration certificate Part II (formerly: vehicle registration document)
• Inspection report confirming a valid general inspection in accordance with the Road Traffic Licensing Regulations (StVZO)

If applicable:

• If represented by another person: written power of attorney and valid identity card or passport of the authorized person
• For minors: Declaration of consent and identity documents of the legal guardians

The fees are charged in accordance with the Schedule of Fees for Road Traffic Measures (GebOSt). Specific information on this can be obtained from the local registration authority responsible.

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