German Car Registration Service
German Car Registration —
handled end-to-end from Brandenburg.
A Brandenburg-based UG providing complete German car registration for non-resident owners. Zulassung, KFZ-Steuer, insurance through AXA / Zurich, and your German license plates — delivered to your door in 5 business days.
What German car registration costs
One flat fee structure for every vehicle class — a Golf is priced like a Ferrari. Third party costs (insurance premium, KFZ-Steuer, HU/TÜV, customs) are passed through at cost.
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Registration fee (one-off) | €500 | Zulassung, plates, papers, de-registration later |
| Service fee | €99/month | €99/month, billed as one annual payment (12 months upfront) |
| First-year total | €1,688 | Setup plus 12 months paid upfront |
| Foreign registration conversion | + €400 | Only when the car still carries foreign papers |
| Indoor storage near Berlin (optional) | €290/month | Minimum term 12 months |
Prices as of August 2026. If the vehicle already has a foreign registration, converting it to German papers costs an additional €400 (quoted individually per case).
Model your own case with the total cost calculator or see the full pricing page.
How the registration works, step by step
Send your vehicle documents
Day 1
Photos or scans of the current registration papers (or the purchase invoice for a new car), the VIN, your passport and your foreign address. Everything goes through WhatsApp or email — no visit to Germany required.
We check eligibility and quote the case
Day 1–2
We confirm whether the vehicle can be registered as-is or needs a TÜV/HU appointment and, for non-EU imports, customs clearance. You receive a fixed quote including the foreign-registration surcharge where it applies.
Insurance and eVB number
Day 2–3
Cover is arranged through our insurance partners AXA or Zurich and passed through at cost. The Zulassungsstelle cannot register a vehicle without the resulting eVB number.
Zulassung at the Kfz-Zulassungsstelle
Day 3–5
We file the Zulassungsantrag in Brandenburg, register KFZ-Steuer with the Hauptzollamt and have the plates stamped and sealed with the TÜV and registration badges.
Plates and papers delivered
Day 5
Sealed German licence plates, Zulassungsbescheinigung Teil I (Fahrzeugschein) and, depending on the model, Teil II (Fahrzeugbrief) are couriered to your address or handed over in person.
De-registration when you are done
Any time later
Abmeldung is included in the service fee and takes ~15 minutes remote — you do not travel for it.
Documents you need
Two lawful models: company keeper or your own name
| Model A — company as keeper | Model B — your own name | |
|---|---|---|
| Halter in the papers | SRAC Fahrzeugpflege UG (haftungsbeschränkt) | Client (Halter in the Fahrzeugbrief) |
| Owner (Eigentümer) | Client (via purchase contract) | Client (Eigentümer) |
| Typical timeline | ~5 business days | 7–14 business days |
| Extra paperwork | None | Apostilled passport, notarised Vollmacht |
| Price | €500 one-time setup + €99/mo (12 months upfront) | €500 one-time setup + €99/mo (12 months upfront) |
Detailed side-by-side: own-name vs company-keeper registration.
Why our German car registration service
Brandenburg-based UG
Real office in Brandenburg. Direct relationship with the local Kfz-Zulassungsstelle.
No insurance markup
AXA and Zurich premiums passed through at cost — we earn from service fees, not insurance commissions.
5 business days
From documents in to German plates couriered out. Same-day pickup possible.
100+ owners served
Porsche, Ferrari, Bentley, Mercedes-AMG, motorhomes. Every vehicle class, every EU client country.
What German car registration includes
German car registration — FAQ
What is German car registration (Zulassung)?
Zulassung is the official process of registering a vehicle with a German Kfz-Zulassungsstelle. The vehicle receives German license plates, a Zulassungsbescheinigung Teil I (Fahrzeugschein) and Teil II (Fahrzeugbrief), and becomes liable for KFZ-Steuer.
Can I get German license plates without living in Germany?
Yes — through a registered service provider with a German address. Our Brandenburg UG provides the address of record while you remain the legal owner of the vehicle.
What does German car registration cost?
€500 one-off plus €99 per month, billed as a single annual payment for 12 months upfront — €1,688 in the first year. A vehicle that still carries a foreign registration costs an additional €400 to convert to German papers.
How long does the whole process take?
Model A (company as keeper) typically takes ~5 business days from complete documents to sealed plates. Model B (your own name in the Fahrzeugbrief) takes longer because of apostille and notarisation.
Is German car registration cheaper than registering in other EU countries?
It depends on the vehicle. For high-value cars, motorhomes, and modified vehicles, Germany is often the most predictable jurisdiction — no luxury tax, transparent KFZ-Steuer, and TÜV is internationally recognized.
Do German plates work across the EU?
Yes. German registration grants full EU-wide driving rights under the Vienna Convention. You can drive your German-plated car anywhere in the Schengen area and beyond.
What happens when I sell the car or move?
De-registration (Abmeldung) is included in the service fee and takes ~15 minutes remote. You do not need to travel to Germany for it.
Do I have to pay German income tax if my car is registered in Germany?
Registering a vehicle in Germany does not, by itself, create a German residence or tax residency. Read our guide on car ownership and tax residency for the details. This is general information, not legal or tax advice.
This is general information, not legal or tax advice.
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