Guides to vehicle deregistration
From security codes to vehicle tax: everything you should know before and after deregistration.
Process
Security codes
Security codesFinding and uncovering the security code on your licence plateWhere the 3-character code sits under the official seal sticker, how to uncover it without damage and which mix-ups cause the online deregistration to fail.5 min readSecurity codesSecurity code in the registration certificate: the 7-character codeHow to find the 7-character security code of registration certificate part I and why the 8-digit number in the Borgard viewing window is not the code you need.5 min read
After deregistration
Special cases
Special casesReserve your registration number when deregistering and keep itDon't want to lose your registration number after deregistering? Reserve it directly in the form for the same or a new vehicle, with all the deadlines.5 min readSpecial casesOnline deregistration not possible? Reasons and the in-person routeOld documents, damaged codes, export or short-term plates: when online deregistration is ruled out and how to deregister at any registration authority instead.6 min readSpecial casesDeregistering a car for sale, scrapping, export or lay-upSale, scrapping, export or a winter break: when you should deregister your car, who is responsible for it and which proof you need in each of these cases.6 min read