i-Kfz Online Service
Temporary license plates in Hamburg
For test or transfer drives, you need a temporary license plate. ZAPP shows you how to get the yellow number plates in Hamburg quickly and easily.
For test or transfer drives, you need a temporary license plate. ZAPP shows you how to get the yellow number plates in Hamburg quickly and easily.
The checklist shows you which documents you should prepare. ZAPP handles the generation and encryption of all PDFs.
Select your process type: The checklist adapts.
ID Card / Passport
Valid identity document
eVB Number
7-digit insurance confirmation code
Registration Certificate Part II
Vehicle brief from dealer (Fahrzeugbrief)
SEPA Direct Debit Mandate
For vehicle tax
Power of Attorney
Digital power of attorney (QES signed)
COC Document
Required for EU imports
This is how easily the digital processing works via the ZAPP platform:
A temporary license plate is valid for a maximum of 5 days and may only be used for test and transfer drives with a specific vehicle. The vehicle must have a valid main inspection (HU) or may otherwise only be driven directly to the inspection center in Hamburg.
For the application at the registration office in Hamburg, you need a special eVB number for temporary plates, the vehicle documents (a copy is usually sufficient), and a valid HU report. With ZAPP, you will learn how the application succeeds smoothly.
Drei Sicherheitsebenen schützen deine Daten — von der Identitätsprüfung bis zur KBA-Zertifizierung.
Everything you need to know about the service Temporary license plates in Hamburg.
A temporary license plate is valid from the day of allocation for a maximum of 5 days. The expiry date is stamped on the right-hand side of the plate in the yellow field.
Select a service to view detailed information, application forms, and the i-Kfz online procedures for Hamburg:
Check free plates & reserve online. Complete your process conveniently from home and save valuable time at the registration office.
ZAPP forwards your application directly and encrypted to the Federal Motor Transport Authority.