Apply for a replacement for the registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document)

Source: BUS Rheinland-Pfalz

You may only use a vehicle subject to registration on public roads if it has been approved for this purpose by the responsible registration authority.

The registration certificate part I, the former vehicle registration document, is proof of registration. As the driver of a vehicle, you must therefore always carry this with you when driving.

You must apply for a replacement document for the registration certificate Part I in the event of

Loss
theft
illegibility

If the registration certificate Part I has been stolen, you must report this to the police. If you lose the registration certificate Part I or it has been destroyed, make a declaration in lieu of an oath that your statements are correct.

It is not possible to apply for a replacement document online. You must go to your local registration office in person. Until the replacement document has been issued, you may not drive your registered vehicle on public roads.

valid identity card or passport
for commercially used vehicles: appropriate proof
in the event of loss: declaration of loss with affidavit
in the event of theft: confirmation from the police of the theft report
existing registration certificate part II (formerly: vehicle registration document)
Test report on a valid general inspection in accordance with the Road Traffic Licensing Regulations (StVZO)

if applicable:

if represented by another person: written power of attorney and valid identity card or passport of the authorized person
for minors: Declaration of consent and identification documents of the legal guardian

Apply for a replacement for the registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document)

Which documents are required?

Legal basis

Applications / forms

What else should I know?

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