How long are temporary plates valid?

Temporary plates in Berlin are valid for 5 or 6 days - the expiry date is stamped on the yellow section of the plate. An extension is not possible.

Do I need a valid technical inspection for temporary plates?

Yes - a valid roadworthiness certificate is required for temporary plates. Without a valid inspection certificate, temporary plates cannot be issued.

For which journeys can I use temporary plates?

Temporary plates may be used for transfer journeys, test drives and journeys to the main inspection. They are valid only within Germany.

Can I receive temporary plates immediately?

Yes - at Premium-Service Berlin in Charlottenburg you receive temporary plates directly on site, without waiting time. No appointment required.

Temporary Plates Berlin - 5 or 6 Day Plates for Transfer & Test Drives

Instant 5 or 6 day plates for transfer journeys and test drives in Berlin - including insurance cover, no appointment required.

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Temporary Plates Berlin - What Are They and When Do You Need Them?

Temporary plates - recognised by the yellow field showing the expiry date - are short-term number plates valid for 5 or 6 days. They are commonly used for transfer journeys, test drives or moving a vehicle that is not currently registered. A valid technical inspection certificate is mandatory.

Premium-Service Berlin issues temporary plates quickly and without appointment - including the required insurance cover. We are your registration service in Berlin-Charlottenburg at Kaiserin-Augusta-Allee 85.

Apply for Temporary Plates in Berlin - How It Works

Check the Documents

Valid inspection certificate, ID document and vehicle papers - we check completeness free of charge.

Issue the Plates

Visit us in Charlottenburg. You receive the temporary plates directly on site.

Start Driving Immediately

Your 5 or 6 day plates are valid straight away - including insurance cover.

These documents are usually important for temporary plates

When applying for temporary plates, speed is often important. If your ID, vehicle details and supporting documents are ready, the process in Berlin can be clarified much faster.

You can download the appropriate temporary plate form directly. Further documents can be found on the documents page.

Open documents for temporary plates

ID card or passport

The identification document should be available in the original.

Vehicle registration certificate part II

Important for assigning the vehicle correctly.

Vehicle registration certificate part I

If already available, it should be brought along.

Valid inspection certificate

The inspection report is mandatory in many cases.

eVB for temporary plates

If needed, we can help directly with the insurance confirmation.