Which registration district issues the license plate prefix DEL?

The official vehicle prefix DEL belongs to the registration district Delmenhorst in Niedersachsen. The locally competent authority is Stadt Delmenhorst.

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

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

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

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

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

License plate DEL: Registration district Delmenhorst & online processing

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Profile of license plate prefix DEL

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

Order DEL license plates online →Check DEL custom plate

Interactive Custom License Plate Format Checker

Test your desired combination against official KBA format rules (maximum 8 characters, permitted letter and number sequence) and check live availability.

★DDEL•AB123

Total characters (max. 8): 8 / 8

District code

DEL

1–2 letters

1–4 digits

Suffix

Combination meets official KBA format requirements (§ 9 FZV).

Official fee: €12.80 (€10.20 custom plate + €2.60 reservation under GebOSt)

DEL-Schilder nach Stückzahl & Ausführung direkt anfordern

DIN 74069 zertifizierte Heißprägung für Delmenhorst – das Ortskürzel DEL ist im Konfigurator bereits voreingestellt.

★ 4,8 / 5 · DIN CERTCO geprüft

DEL PKW 2er-Set (Front & Heck)19,90 €

520 × 110 mm · DIN-geprägt · Bestseller

9,95 € / SchildJetzt konfigurieren →

DEL Einzelschild (1 Stück)11,95 €

520 × 110 mm · Ersatzschild / Anhänger

Sofort lieferbarJetzt konfigurieren →

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

3 × 520 × 110 mm · Sparpaket

nur 8,95 € / SchildJetzt konfigurieren →

DEL E-Kennzeichen (2er-Set)19,90 €

Für Elektroautos & Plug-in-Hybride

Ohne E-AufpreisJetzt konfigurieren →

DEL Motorrad-Kennzeichen11,95 €

180 × 200 mm / 200 × 200 mm zweizeilig

1 Stück DIN-geprägtJetzt konfigurieren →

DEL 3D Carbon-Optik (2er-Set)29,90 €

Edle Sport-Optik · DIN CERTCO zertifiziert

100 % amtlich zugelassenJetzt konfigurieren →

Competent registration authority for prefix DEL

Stadt Delmenhorst

Am Stadtwall / City Center
27749 Delmenhorst

Opening hours: Mo,Mi,Fr 08:00-12:00, Di 08:00-16:00, Do 08:00-17:00

Go to i-Kfz platform Delmenhorst →

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

Digital platform services for Delmenhorst (DEL)

Select the desired procedure for the Delmenhorst 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 DEL (Delmenhorst)

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

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Last updated: 26.10.2026.