What are the opening hours of the registration authority in Kerpen?

The regular counter hours of the authority in Kerpen (Landkreis Vulkaneifel) are: Mo-Fr 08:00-11:30, Do 14:00-17:30. Via the digital i-Kfz platform, you are not bound by these hours and can register or deregister your vehicle online 24/7.

Do I need an appointment for online registration in Kerpen?

No. When you complete new registration, transfer, deregistration, or custom plate reservation via the online platform, no visit to the authority is required. Certificates, stickers, and plates are sent by post.

Which documents are required on the platform for Kerpen?

For digital submission you need a valid ID card or passport, registration certificate part I and part II (with security codes), and the 7-character eVB insurance number.

Which license plate prefixes are issued in Kerpen?

In the registration district Kerpen, the official license plate prefix(es) DAU are issued.

Is iKfz-Plattform Rheinland-Pfalz a government authority?

No. iKfz-Plattform Rheinland-Pfalz is an independent private online platform. Technical application processing is carried out via our service partner registered with the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA).

Digital vehicle platform Kerpen – register & deregister online

Official license plate codes:DAU

Platform overview for Kerpen

Via the digital i-Kfz platform for Kerpen (54578) (license plate code: DAU), all standard vehicle procedures can be completed paperlessly: new registration, re-registration, deregistration, transfer of ownership, change of address, emissions sticker, and custom license plate reservation. For vehicle owners in Kerpen (54578), the competent registration authority is Landkreis Vulkaneifel in 54550 Daun – with online registration, you save the trip to Daun. You need a valid ID card or passport, registration certificate parts I and II (with security codes), and the electronic insurance confirmation (eVB). Submission is handled directly online through our registered service partner – without an appointment at the authority.

Digital i-Kfz services on the platform for Kerpen

Select your desired procedure for the Kerpen registration district. You will find all local requirements and direct access to online processing.

Drive immediately~5 min

New registration

Register a new vehicle in Kerpen: online, without an appointment at the registration office. Required documents, process, fees and contact details of the responsible authority in Kerpen.

Start registration online

Stops tax & insurance~3 min

De-registration

De-register a vehicle in Kerpen (take out of service): online, without an appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Kerpen registration office.

Start de-registration online

Keep or change plate~5 min

Transfer of ownership

Transfer a vehicle in Kerpen: on change of keeper, purchase or relocation – online, no appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Kerpen registration office.

Start transfer online

No office appointment~5 min

Re-registration

Re-register a de-registered vehicle in Kerpen – online, no appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Kerpen registration office.

Start re-registration online

Direct reservation~2 min

Personalised plate

Reserve a personalised plate in Kerpen: check availability online and reserve with the registration office. Process and contact for Kerpen.

Reserve personalised plate

DIN-certified embossing~2 min

Licence plates

Order licence plates for Kerpen online: embossed to standard, delivered by post. Sizes, types and information for Kerpen.

Order plates online

Paperless from home~3 min

Change of address

Change the keeper address in Kerpen after moving – online, no appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Kerpen registration office.

Start change of address online

For all low-emission zones~1 min

Green emissions sticker

Order the official green emissions sticker (level 4) for Kerpen online – printed with your licence plate for all German low-emission zones.

Order emissions sticker online

eVB via SMS / emailInstant

Car insurance & eVB

Compare car insurance rates for Kerpen, save on premiums and receive your 7-digit electronic insurance confirmation (eVB number) immediately.

Compare rates & get eVB

Interactive Custom License Plate Format Checker

Test your desired combination against official KBA format rules (maximum 8 characters, permitted letter and number sequence) and check live availability.

★DDAU•AB123

Total characters (max. 8): 8 / 8

District code

DAU

1–2 letters

1–4 digits

Suffix

Combination meets official KBA format requirements (§ 9 FZV).

Official fee: €12.80 (€10.20 custom plate + €2.60 reservation under GebOSt)

Duration & overview of digital vehicle services in Kerpen

Key benchmarks for digital vehicle procedures in the registration district Kerpen (DAU):

Procedure in Kerpen	Input time	Key documents	Direct link
Vehicle deregistration	~3 min	Part I + plate security codes	Deregistration Kerpen →
Transfer / change of keeper	~5 min	Parts I & II, eVB number, ID	Transfer Kerpen →
New registration	~5 min	Part II, CoC document, eVB number	New registration Kerpen →
Re-registration	~5 min	Parts I & II, eVB number, valid inspection (HU)	Re-registration Kerpen →
Custom plate (DAU)	~2 min	Desired combination & keeper details	Custom plate Kerpen →

Local vehicle registration authority for Kerpen

Public information of the competent authority (Landkreis Vulkaneifel) – not part of this service.

Competent authority for Kerpen (54578): Landkreis Vulkaneifel

Mainzer Str. 25
54550 Daun
Rheinland-Pfalz

On-site opening hours: Mo-Fr 08:00-11:30, Do 14:00-17:30

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Authority contact & available services in Kerpen

Phone:: 06592-933-0
Email:: kfz-zulassung@vulkaneifel.de

Supported procedures in the Kerpen district

New registration
Re-registration
De-registration
Transfer of ownership
Change of address
Green emissions sticker
Personalised plate

4 steps on the digital platform for Kerpen

11. Have vehicle documents readyKeep your ID document, registration certificate parts I & II (with security codes), and your eVB code at hand.
22. Select your online procedureOpen the required i-Kfz service (new registration, transfer, deregistration, or custom plate) on the platform.
33. Submit digitallyEnter vehicle and keeper details online, verify your identity digitally, and submit your application directly.
44. Drive immediately & receive by mailStart driving right away with your provisional certificate; official documents, stickers, and plates arrive by mail.

Questions & answers about the digital platform in Kerpen

All FAQ for Kerpen Guides Kerpen

What are the opening hours of the registration authority in Kerpen?: The regular counter hours of the authority in Kerpen (Landkreis Vulkaneifel) are: Mo-Fr 08:00-11:30, Do 14:00-17:30. Via the digital i-Kfz platform, you are not bound by these hours and can register or deregister your vehicle online 24/7.
Do I need an appointment for online registration in Kerpen?: No. When you complete new registration, transfer, deregistration, or custom plate reservation via the online platform, no visit to the authority is required. Certificates, stickers, and plates are sent by post.
Which documents are required on the platform for Kerpen?: For digital submission you need a valid ID card or passport, registration certificate part I and part II (with security codes), and the 7-character eVB insurance number.
Which license plate prefixes are issued in Kerpen?: In the registration district Kerpen, the official license plate prefix(es) DAU are issued.
Is iKfz-Plattform Rheinland-Pfalz a government authority?: No. iKfz-Plattform Rheinland-Pfalz is an independent private online platform. Technical application processing is carried out via our service partner registered with the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA).

Digital i-Kfz platforms in other federal states

You complete the digital procedures directly with our service partner: De-register vehicle online.