Do you want to register a new or used car in Essen (Nordrhein-Westfalen)? Thanks to the modern ZAPP online service, you can do the vehicle registration completely digitally. No waiting for appointments, no bureaucracy stress — we handle the registration of your vehicle for you.
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:
Enter your owner details, vehicle identification number (VIN), and eVB insurance number online.
Identify yourself quickly and securely via photo ID with your ID card (no eID PIN required).
Print your temporary registration proof directly after online registration and drive off immediately. Customize the proof in the live editor:
Adjust the values to simulate your registration proof
| Kfz-Kennzeichen: | F-A 3498 |
| Fahrzeugdaten: | Mercedes-Benz / R1ES / U213T0 / CZAA150A Datum der Erstzulassung: 24.06.2019 |
| Zulassungsdatum: | 06.06.2026 |
| Ablaufdatum des Zulassungsnachweis: | 19.06.2026 |
Drei Sicherheitsebenen schützen deine Daten — von der Identitätsprüfung bis zur KBA-Zertifizierung.
Everything you need to know about the service Vehicle registration in Essen.
Upon receipt and checking of your data, the application is usually processed on the same business day. The delivery of your official documents and plates takes place within a few days conveniently by post.
Select a service to view detailed information, application forms, and the i-Kfz online procedures for Essen:
Convenient i-Kfz online registration. Complete your process conveniently from home and save valuable time at the registration office.
Receive your temporary registration proof by email. Print it, put it in the car, and drive immediately!
We will send your official stamp plaques and new vehicle documents to your home within a few days by post.
