Which registration district issues the license plate prefix E?

The official vehicle prefix E belongs to the registration district Essen in Nordrhein-Westfalen. The locally competent authority is Stadt Essen.

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

Via the digital license plate check, you can search for your desired combination with prefix E (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 E plates?

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

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

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

License plate E: Registration district Essen & online processing

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Profile of license plate prefix E

The official license plate prefix E is issued in the registration district Essen (Nordrhein-Westfalen). The locally responsible authority is Stadt Essen. Via the digital platform, you can reserve available E custom license plates, order DIN-embossed plates, and submit new registrations, transfers, and deregistrations directly online.

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Stadt Essen

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E-Kennzeichen bestellen – Mengen & Ausführungen im Überblick

Amtlich anerkannte DIN-Kennzeichen für Essen – wählen Sie Ihre gewünschte Stückzahl oder Schildart:

★ 4,8 / 5 · DIN CERTCO geprüft

E PKW 2er-Set (Front & Heck)19,90 €

520 × 110 mm · DIN-geprägt · Bestseller

9,95 € / SchildJetzt konfigurieren →

E Einzelschild (1 Stück)11,95 €

520 × 110 mm · Ersatzschild / Anhänger

Sofort lieferbarJetzt konfigurieren →

E 3er-Set (inkl. Fahrradträger)26,85 €

3 × 520 × 110 mm · Sparpaket

nur 8,95 € / SchildJetzt konfigurieren →

E E-Kennzeichen (2er-Set)19,90 €

Für Elektroautos & Plug-in-Hybride

Ohne E-AufpreisJetzt konfigurieren →

E Motorrad-Kennzeichen11,95 €

180 × 200 mm / 200 × 200 mm zweizeilig

1 Stück DIN-geprägtJetzt konfigurieren →

E 3D Carbon-Optik (2er-Set)29,90 €

Edle Sport-Optik · DIN CERTCO zertifiziert

100 % amtlich zugelassenJetzt konfigurieren →

Competent registration authority for prefix E

Stadt Essen

Altendorfer Str. 101
45143 Essen

Opening hours: Mo-Mi 08:00-15:00, Do 08:00-18:00, Fr 08:00-12:00, Sa-So geschlossen

Go to i-Kfz platform Essen →

Public information of the competent authority – not part of this portal.

Digital platform services for Essen (E)

Select the desired procedure for the Essen registration district:

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

Frequently asked questions about prefix E (Essen)

Which registration district issues the license plate prefix E?: The official vehicle prefix E belongs to the registration district Essen in Nordrhein-Westfalen. The locally competent authority is Stadt Essen.
How can I check and reserve available E custom license plates online?: Via the digital license plate check, you can search for your desired combination with prefix E (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 E plates?: Yes. Via the i-Kfz platform for Essen, new registration, change of keeper, re-registration, deregistration, and address changes can be completed entirely online without an appointment.
Can I keep my E license plate when moving or changing ownership?: Yes. Under nationwide license plate retention rules, an existing E plate can continue to be used when moving or transferring ownership, provided the vehicle remains registered.

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Last updated: 01.11.2026.