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

The regular counter hours of the authority in Herford (Landkreis Herford) are: Mo 07:30-15:30, Di 07:30-15:30, Mi 07:30-12:00, Do 07:30-18:00, Fr 07:30-12:00, Sa-So geschlossen. 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 Herford?

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 Herford?

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 Herford?

In the registration district Herford, the official license plate prefix(es) HF are issued.

Is iKfz-Plattform Nordrhein-Westfalen a government authority?

No. iKfz-Plattform Nordrhein-Westfalen 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 Herford – register & deregister online

Official license plate codes:HF

Platform overview for Herford

Via the digital i-Kfz platform for Herford (license plate code: HF), 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. 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 Herford

Select your desired procedure for the Herford 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 Herford: online, without an appointment at the registration office. Required documents, process, fees and contact details of the responsible authority in Herford.

Start registration online

Stops tax & insurance~3 min

De-registration

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

Start de-registration online

Keep or change plate~5 min

Transfer of ownership

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

Start transfer online

No office appointment~5 min

Re-registration

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

Start re-registration online

Direct reservation~2 min

Personalised plate

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

Reserve personalised plate

DIN-certified embossing~2 min

Licence plates

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

Order plates online

Paperless from home~3 min

Change of address

Change the keeper address in Herford after moving – online, no appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Herford 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 Herford 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 Herford, save on premiums and receive your 7-digit electronic insurance confirmation (eVB number) immediately.

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Duration & overview of digital vehicle services in Herford

Key benchmarks for digital vehicle procedures in the registration district Herford (HF):

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

Local vehicle registration authority for Herford

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

Elsestr. 225
32278 Kirchlengern
Nordrhein-Westfalen

On-site opening hours: Mo 07:30-15:30, Di 07:30-15:30, Mi 07:30-12:00, Do 07:30-18:00, Fr 07:30-12:00, Sa-So geschlossen

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Authority contact & available services in Herford

Phone:: 05223-988-3
Email:: zulassungsstelle@kreis-herford.de

Supported procedures in the Herford 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 Herford

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 Herford

All FAQ for Herford Guides Herford

What are the opening hours of the registration authority in Herford?: The regular counter hours of the authority in Herford (Landkreis Herford) are: Mo 07:30-15:30, Di 07:30-15:30, Mi 07:30-12:00, Do 07:30-18:00, Fr 07:30-12:00, Sa-So geschlossen. 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 Herford?: 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 Herford?: 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 Herford?: In the registration district Herford, the official license plate prefix(es) HF are issued.
Is iKfz-Plattform Nordrhein-Westfalen a government authority?: No. iKfz-Plattform Nordrhein-Westfalen is an independent private online platform. Technical application processing is carried out via our service partner registered with the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA).

Landkreis Herford (HF)

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Last updated: 27.10.2026.

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