In most cases, you must register your vehicle in advance if you wish to drive on public roads. You can obtain the stamped registration documents and registration number from the licensing authority.
The Vehicle Registration Ordinance (Fahrzeug-Zulassungsverordnung, FZV) stipulates which vehicles must be registered.
Note: You can only apply for a registration number containing a specific combination of letters and digits (vanity plate) or for a specific distinguishing sign (in cases where “old” registration numbers have been reintroduced in a rural district) as part of the registration procedure. Once a registration number has been allocated, subsequent changes may only be made against payment of a corresponding fee.

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