The transfer of ownership involves the registration of a used vehicle. The transfer of ownership of a vehicle is necessary if there has been a change of owner or a change of residence. Upon request and with the consent of the previous owner, you can retain the license plate number for registered vehicles.

Transfer of ownership of a vehicle within Mainz with a change of owner

Application

• in person
• Representation by an authorized person

Appearance

• By appointment during opening hours 
• with online appointment in advance

• The owner of the vehicle has their primary residence in Mainz.
• The company headquarters or branch office is located in Mainz.
• The vehicle has a valid general inspection.
• There must be no outstanding motor vehicle tax arrears.
• All outstanding fees incurred in connection with registration must be paid.

If you move within Mainz without changing the owner or if you change your name (e.g., due to marriage), this does not constitute a transfer of ownership, but rather a correction of the vehicle documents. See the links "Change registration certificate part I" and "Change registration certificate part II" in the "Similar services" section at the bottom of this page.

Vehicle registration now only possible with direct debit authorization for motor vehicle tax

Anyone who registers a new vehicle or re-registers an existing vehicle must issue a direct debit authorization for motor vehicle tax to the Ulm Main Customs Office. The direct debit authorization for motor vehicle tax is only valid for the registered vehicle and expires when the vehicle is deregistered.

Due to the switch to the SEPA direct debit procedure, you must generally submit a SEPA direct debit mandate for the collection of motor vehicle tax with each registration. The SEPA direct debit mandate valid for the Mainz registration authority can be found in the "Forms" section at the bottom of this page and in paper form on site.

Applications and information on tax relief for a vehicle can be found at www.zoll.de. Applications for tax relief due to severe disability can be submitted to the registration authority as part of the registration process. To do so, you must present the original copy of your severe disability card.

Outstanding fees at the registration authority

Registration is dependent on you having paid all outstanding fees incurred in connection with the registration. You can pay outstanding fees on site during the registration process.

You must re-register your vehicle immediately.

Transfer of vehicle ownership within Mainz with change of owner

• Original valid identity card or passport of the vehicle owner
• Registration certificate part II (vehicle title)
• Registration certificate part I (vehicle registration document)
• Electronic insurance confirmation (7-digit eVB code)
• For registered vehicles, the previous license plates (only if changing license plates)
• Proof of valid general inspection (unless noted on registration certificate part I)
• SEPA direct debit mandate for motor vehicle tax (form available in the "Forms" section at the bottom of this page or from the local registration authority)

If represented by an authorized person, additionally

• Identity document of the authorized representative (and the person granting the power of attorney)
• Signed power of attorney

For registration of minors, additionally

• Written consent of both legal guardians
• Identification documents of the legal guardians
• Custody ruling, if applicable

For commercial registration, the following additional documents are required:

For companies listed in the commercial register

• Commercial register extract (from the local court) / business registration (both no older than 3 years)
• Power of attorney of the managing directors or authorized signatories with ID (copy) for registration by a third party
• Identification of the authorized person
• For taxi or rental car businesses: Original or copy of the license

For liberal professions (e.g., lawyers, doctors)

• Proof of freelance or self-employed status, as current as possible

For professions with business registration (e.g., e.K.)

• Business registration (not older than 3 years; if necessary, have the trade office confirm that it is still valid)
• For taxi or rental car businesses: Original or copy of the license

For registered associations (e.V.)

• Excerpt from the register of associations
• Power of attorney of the representative with ID (copies) if registration is carried out by a third party
• Identification of the authorized representative

For civil law partnerships (GbR)

• Overview of all partners (partnership agreement)
• Power of attorney and declaration stating which natural person is to be admitted (signed by all partners)
• Identification of all partners
• For taxi or rental car businesses: Original or copy of the license

Special vehicle use

• If the business suggests a special vehicle use (taxi, rental car, self-drive rental vehicle, public bus, passenger transport), we require the completed and signed "Vehicle Use" form. The form can be found in the "Forms" section at the bottom of this page or at your local registration authority.

• Transfer of ownership of a vehicle within Mainz with change of owner
  Standard fee: €27.40
• Additional fees may apply depending on the individual case.
• The fees do not include the cost of license plates.

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