For Dutch residents
German Car Registration for Netherlands Residents
Dutch residents can register a car in Germany through either Model A (our Brandenburg UG as keeper, ~5 business days) or Model B (own-name registration in the Fahrzeugbrief using an apostilled Dutch passport, notarised volmacht and proof of NL residency). Both are lawful EU routes when the car is genuinely based in Germany, and both avoid the RDW/BPM path.
Last updated: July 2026 · This is general information, not legal or tax advice.
Key facts
- Both models availableModel A & Model B
- Common motivationAvoid BPM/BTW on high-value cars used across Europe
- Dutch driving licenseFully valid across the EU
- Storage near BER€250/month in Bernau bei Berlin
- Existing NL page/auto-registreren-duitsland
Common questions from Dutch residents
Is this legal if I live in the Netherlands?
The German registration itself is lawful. Dutch tax rules oblige residents whose car is habitually used in the Netherlands to register it in NL. If the car lives in Germany (with our storage) and travels the EU, the German registration is the honest documentary reflection of that. This is general information, not tax advice — get Dutch tax counsel on your specific pattern.
How does Model B compare to bulletproof registration schemes marketed to Dutch buyers?
Model B is straightforward EU registration under FZV in your own name. It is not a workaround structure, a nominee, or an offshore trick.
FAQ
Can I bring the car to the Netherlands for weekends?
Yes — as a visitor. Habitual/permanent NL use triggers RDW obligations.