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Please note that you can also use our online service for the desired service. You will find the link under "Further information" - Online service".

Re-registering a vehicle to the same vehicle owner after it has been taken out of service (without change of owner)

After a vehicle previously registered in Bremen has been taken out of service, the same vehicle owner can register the vehicle for himself again within 7 years.

Special features:
With the entry into force of the Vehicle Registration Ordinance (FZV) on 01.03.2007, the responsibility within the registration procedure has changed from the "location principle" to the "place of residence principle". For private persons only the registration authority of the main residence is responsible. Registrations to a 2nd place of residence, including re-registrations, are not possible. In the case of legal entities, the company headquarters or a participating branch office in Bremen must be proven.

The registration of a motor vehicle can be done by the owner himself or by a person authorized in writing.

As of 01.10.2017, the re-registration of a vehicle without a change of owner is also possible online, provided that the previous registration took place as of 01.01.2015. Further information on "internet-based vehicle registration" is available on the website of the Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure (see under "i Where can I find out more?").

• valid identity card, passport or electronic residence permit (eAT) as well as the original national passport of the applicant vehicle owner
• in case of representation with written power of attorney
  • Additionally: identity card or passport of the authorized person
• electronic insurance confirmation (eVB)
• valid test report on a general inspection

  e.g. TÜV, DEKRA, GTÜ, KÜS, GTS, FSP

• Registration certificate part I or vehicle registration document
• Direct debit authorisation for motor vehicle tax (SEPA Direct Debit Mandate)
• if registered to companies

  additionally:
  - Current and valid business registration and, if available, current and valid excerpt from the commercial register (also as a copy)
  - Power of attorney, if the person authorized to dispose does not personally submit the application on site

• Registration certificate part II (formerly: vehicle registration document)

  If the ZB II is in the possession of a third party (e.g. leasing bank), you must arrange for it to be sent to the licensing authority. You can find more information on this in the service description under "Further information".

• License plates, if still available

  Usage only possible with reservation in case of decommissioning (shutdown)

• For re-registration of the vehicle, proof of a valid main inspection must be provided by presenting the original inspection report.
• There must be no motor vehicle tax arrears (including ancillary tax payments, e.g. interest, late payment surcharges). Existing motor vehicle tax arrears must be paid prior to registration.
• There must be no administrative fees and expenses in arrears from previous registrations. Existing arrears must be paid before registration.

Important: This is a service under municipal jurisdiction. Therefore, you can only go to a service that is located in your place of residence.

The re-registration must be applied for by submitting the necessary documents. The application can also be submitted by a representative (e.g. car dealer) with a written power of attorney.

The insurance company is automatically informed by the registration authority about the allocation of the license plate.

Appointments can be reserved (http://www.service.bremen.de/dienststelle/termine) online at any time via www.service.bremen.de/dienststelle/termine or by telephone Mon-Fri from 07:00-18:00 on the following telephone numbers:

Vehicle Registration Authority: (0421) 361-88668 or (0421) 115.

Citizen Service Center-North: (0421) 361-88644 or (0421) 115

Tip:
If necessary, new license plates can be made during the registration process. Private providers have set up shop near the registration authorities for this purpose. The cost of the plates is not included in the fees. The license plates are stamped by the registration authority, i.e. they are provided with stickers for the general inspection and the registration district.

If the ZB II is in the possession of a third party (e.g. leasing bank), it must be sent to the licensing authority. The change can only be made once the document has been received by the authority. As a rule, the ZB II is available at the licensing authority 2 to 3 weeks after it is requested. After completion, it is returned to the sender. The costs for storage and return are usually borne by the holder.

Re-registration on the last registration number shown in the vehicle documents is only possible if the reservation of the registration number was applied for when the vehicle was taken out of service.

An amendment to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act came into force on July 1, 2010. The following changes apply to registrations from July 1, 2010:

• When registering a vehicle, a SEPA direct debit mandate is required for the collection of vehicle tax. A SEPA direct debit mandate issued for the first taxation is also valid for subsequent years.
• Motor vehicle tax exemption or reduction due to severe disability:
  - Severely disabled people with the "H", "BI" or "aG" mark on their severely disabled person's pass continue to be exempt from motor vehicle tax. They do not have to submit a direct debit authorization based on the proof in their ID card. Further information can be obtained from the main customs office in Bremen.

Electronic insurance confirmation (eVB):
You can obtain the confirmation of insurance for motor vehicle liability insurance from the insurance company of your choice. In most cases, you can request the insurance confirmation by telephone from your insurance company.
Since March 1, 2008, the insurer can provide you with an insurance confirmation with a 7-digit alphanumeric VB number, which the registration authority uses to retrieve the insurance data electronically from the central database of the German Insurance Association.

Power of attorney
A power of attorney should appropriately include that the authorized representative is entitled to clarify any outstanding fees and/or motor vehicle tax arrears.