How can I check and reserve available HH custom license plates online?

Via the digital license plate check, you can search for your desired combination with prefix HH (1–2 letters and up to 4 digits), reserve it online, and order embossed DIN plates delivered by post.

Are all i-Kfz services available online for vehicles with HH plates?

Yes. Via the i-Kfz platform for Hamburg, new registration, change of keeper, re-registration, deregistration, and address changes can be completed entirely online without an appointment.

Can I keep my HH license plate when moving or changing ownership?

Yes. Under nationwide license plate retention rules, an existing HH plate can continue to be used when moving or transferring ownership, provided the vehicle remains registered.

License plate HH: Registration district Hamburg, Hamburg-Bergedorf, Hamburg-Harburg, Hamburg-Mitte, Hamburg-Nord & online processing

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Profile of license plate prefix HH

The official license plate prefix HH is issued in the registration district Hamburg, Hamburg-Bergedorf, Hamburg-Harburg, Hamburg-Mitte, Hamburg-Nord (Hamburg). The locally responsible authority is Landesbetrieb Verkehr (LBV). Via the digital platform, you can reserve available HH custom license plates, order DIN-embossed plates, and submit new registrations, transfers, and deregistrations directly online.

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Competent registration authority for prefix HH

Landesbetrieb Verkehr (LBV)

Schnackenburgallee 43
22525 Hamburg

Opening hours: Mo,Mi 07:00-14:00, Di,Do 07:00-18:00, Fr 07:00-12:00, Sa-So geschlossen

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Landesbetrieb Verkehr (LBV)

Bergedorfer Str. 74
21033 Hamburg

Opening hours: Mo,Mi 07:00-18:00, Di,Do 07:00-14:00, Fr 07:00-12:00, Sa-So geschlossen

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Landesbetrieb Verkehr (LBV)

Schellerdamm 5-7
21079 Hamburg

Opening hours: Mo,Mi 07:00-18:00, Di,Do 07:00-14:00, Fr 07:00-12:00, Sa-So geschlossen

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Landesbetrieb Verkehr (LBV)

Ausschläger Weg 100
20537 Hamburg

Opening hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-14:00, Di,Do 07:00-18:00, Fr 07:00-12:00, Sa-So geschlossen

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Landesbetrieb Verkehr (LBV)

Langenhorner Chaussee 491
22419 Hamburg

Opening hours: Mo,Mi 07:00-14:00, Di,Do 07:00-18:00, Fr 07:00-12:00, Sa-So geschlossen

Go to i-Kfz platform Hamburg-Nord →

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Digital platform services for Hamburg (HH)

Select the desired procedure for the Hamburg registration district:

New registration→Re-registration→Transfer of ownership→De-registration→Change of address→Personalised plate→Licence plates→Green emissions sticker→Car insurance & eVB→

Competent registration authority for prefix HH – Hamburg, Hamburg-Bergedorf, Hamburg-Harburg, Hamburg-Mitte, Hamburg-Nord (205)

Frequently asked questions about prefix HH (Hamburg, Hamburg-Bergedorf, Hamburg-Harburg, Hamburg-Mitte, Hamburg-Nord)

Which registration district issues the license plate prefix HH?: The official vehicle prefix HH belongs to the registration district Hamburg, Hamburg-Bergedorf, Hamburg-Harburg, Hamburg-Mitte, Hamburg-Nord in Hamburg. The locally competent authority is Landesbetrieb Verkehr (LBV).
How can I check and reserve available HH custom license plates online?: Via the digital license plate check, you can search for your desired combination with prefix HH (1–2 letters and up to 4 digits), reserve it online, and order embossed DIN plates delivered by post.
Are all i-Kfz services available online for vehicles with HH plates?: Yes. Via the i-Kfz platform for Hamburg, new registration, change of keeper, re-registration, deregistration, and address changes can be completed entirely online without an appointment.
Can I keep my HH license plate when moving or changing ownership?: Yes. Under nationwide license plate retention rules, an existing HH plate can continue to be used when moving or transferring ownership, provided the vehicle remains registered.

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Last updated: 24.10.2026.