Which registration district issues the license plate prefix H?

The official vehicle prefix H belongs to the registration district Hannover, Hannover in Niedersachsen. The locally competent authority is Region Hannover.

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

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

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

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

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

License plate H: Registration district Hannover, Hannover & online processing

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Profile of license plate prefix H

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

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Check free of charge · Reservation from 19,95 € · Plates from 14,95 €

H-Kennzeichen bestellen – Mengen & Ausführungen im Überblick

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

★ 4,8 / 5 · DIN CERTCO geprüft

H PKW 2er-Set (Front & Heck)19,90 €

520 × 110 mm · DIN-geprägt · Bestseller

9,95 € / SchildJetzt konfigurieren →

H Einzelschild (1 Stück)11,95 €

520 × 110 mm · Ersatzschild / Anhänger

Sofort lieferbarJetzt konfigurieren →

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

3 × 520 × 110 mm · Sparpaket

nur 8,95 € / SchildJetzt konfigurieren →

H E-Kennzeichen (2er-Set)19,90 €

Für Elektroautos & Plug-in-Hybride

Ohne E-AufpreisJetzt konfigurieren →

H Motorrad-Kennzeichen11,95 €

180 × 200 mm / 200 × 200 mm zweizeilig

1 Stück DIN-geprägtJetzt konfigurieren →

H 3D Carbon-Optik (2er-Set)29,90 €

Edle Sport-Optik · DIN CERTCO zertifiziert

100 % amtlich zugelassenJetzt konfigurieren →

Competent registration authority for prefix H

Region Hannover

Hildesheimer Str. 20
30169 Hannover

Opening hours: Mo 07:30-15:00, Di 07:30-17:00, Mi 07:30-12:00, Do 07:30-15:00, Fr 07:30-12:00, Sa geschlossen

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Stadt Hannover

Am Schützenplatz 1
30169 Hannover

Opening hours: Mo 07:30-18:00, Di-Mi 07:30-15:30, Do 07:30-18:00, Fr 07:30-12:00, Sa (ungerade KW) 08:30-12:30

Go to i-Kfz platform Hannover →

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

Digital platform services for Hannover (H)

Select the desired procedure for the Hannover 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 H – Hannover, Hannover (19)

Frequently asked questions about prefix H (Hannover, Hannover)

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