Registration office Cottbus – online registration & info
Platform overview for Cottbus
Via the digital i-Kfz platform for Cottbus (license plate code: CB), all standard vehicle procedures can be completed paperlessly: new registration, re-registration, deregistration, transfer of ownership, change of address, emissions sticker, and custom license plate reservation. You need a valid ID card or passport, registration certificate parts I and II (with security codes), and the electronic insurance confirmation (eVB). Submission is handled directly online through our registered service partner – without an appointment at the authority.
Digital i-Kfz services on the platform for Cottbus
Select your desired procedure for the Cottbus registration district. You will find all local requirements and direct access to online processing.
New registration
Register a new vehicle in Cottbus: online, without an appointment at the registration office. Required documents, process, fees and contact details of the responsible authority in Cottbus.
Start registration onlineRe-registration
Re-register a de-registered vehicle in Cottbus – online, no appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Cottbus registration office.
Start re-registration onlineDe-registration
De-register a vehicle in Cottbus (take out of service): online, without an appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Cottbus registration office.
Start de-registration onlineTransfer of ownership
Transfer a vehicle in Cottbus: on change of keeper, purchase or relocation – online, no appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Cottbus registration office.
Start transfer onlineChange of address
Change the keeper address in Cottbus after moving – online, no appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Cottbus registration office.
Start change of address onlineGreen emissions sticker
Order the official green emissions sticker (level 4) for Cottbus online – printed with your licence plate for all German low-emission zones.
Order emissions sticker onlinePersonalised plate
Reserve a personalised plate in Cottbus: check availability online and reserve with the registration office. Process and contact for Cottbus.
Reserve personalised plateLicence plates
Order licence plates for Cottbus online: embossed to standard, delivered by post. Sizes, types and information for Cottbus.
Order plates onlineCar insurance & eVB
Compare car insurance rates for Cottbus, save on premiums and receive your 7-digit electronic insurance confirmation (eVB number) immediately.
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Registration in Cottbus: On-site vs. Online comparison
Why more vehicle owners choose digital registration:
Stadt Cottbus (vor Ort)
Klassischer Behördengang mit Termin
- −Wartezeiten: Oft 2 bis 4 Wochen Vorlaufzeit für einen freien Behördentermin.
- −Aufwand: Anfahrt, Parkplatzsuche und Wartezeiten im Straßenverkehrsamt.
- −Eingeschränkte Zeiten: Nur während der behördlichen Öffnungszeiten geöffnet.
- −Formfehler: Bei unvollständigen Unterlagen ist ein neuer Vor-Ort-Termin nötig.
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Duration & overview of digital vehicle services in Cottbus
Key benchmarks for digital vehicle procedures in the registration district Cottbus (CB):
| Procedure in Cottbus | Input time | Key documents | Direct link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle deregistration | ~3 min | Part I + plate security codes | Deregistration Cottbus → |
| Transfer / change of keeper | ~5 min | Parts I & II, eVB number, ID | Transfer Cottbus → |
| New registration | ~5 min | Part II, CoC document, eVB number | New registration Cottbus → |
| Re-registration | ~5 min | Parts I & II, eVB number, valid inspection (HU) | Re-registration Cottbus → |
| Custom plate (CB) | ~2 min | Desired combination & keeper details | Custom plate Cottbus → |
Local vehicle registration authority for Cottbus
Public information of the competent authority (Stadt Cottbus) – not part of this service.
Karl-Marx-Str. 6903044 Cottbus
Brandenburg
On-site opening hours: Mo, Do, Fr 08:30-12:00, Di 13:00-18:00, Mi geschlossen
Authority contact & available services in Cottbus
- Phone:
- 0355-612-4751
- Email:
- kfz-zulassung@cottbus.de
Supported procedures in the Cottbus district
- New registration
- Re-registration
- De-registration
- Transfer of ownership
- Change of address
- Green emissions sticker
- Personalised plate
4 steps on the digital platform for Cottbus
- 11. Have vehicle documents readyKeep your ID document, registration certificate parts I & II (with security codes), and your eVB code at hand.
- 22. Select your online procedureOpen the required i-Kfz service (new registration, transfer, deregistration, or custom plate) on the platform.
- 33. Submit digitallyEnter vehicle and keeper details online, verify your identity digitally, and submit your application directly.
- 44. Drive immediately & receive by mailStart driving right away with your provisional certificate; official documents, stickers, and plates arrive by mail.
Questions & answers about the digital platform in Cottbus
- What are the opening hours of the registration authority in Cottbus?
- The regular counter hours of the authority in Cottbus (Stadt Cottbus) are: Mo, Do, Fr 08:30-12:00, Di 13:00-18:00, Mi geschlossen. Via the digital i-Kfz platform, you are not bound by these hours and can register or deregister your vehicle online 24/7.
- Do I need an appointment for online registration in Cottbus?
- No. When you complete new registration, transfer, deregistration, or custom plate reservation via the online platform, no visit to the authority is required. Certificates, stickers, and plates are sent by post.
- Which documents are required on the platform for Cottbus?
- For digital submission you need a valid ID card or passport, registration certificate part I and part II (with security codes), and the 7-character eVB insurance number.
- Which license plate prefixes are issued in Cottbus?
- In the registration district Cottbus, the official license plate prefix(es) CB are issued.
- Is iKfz-Zulassung Brandenburg a government authority?
- No. iKfz-Zulassung Brandenburg is an independent private online platform. Technical application processing is carried out via our service partner registered with the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA).
Stadt Cottbus (CB)
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- Frankfurt(Oder) (FF)
- Havelland (HVL)
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- Oranienburg (OHV)
Last updated: 02.11.2026.
Neighboring registration districts around Cottbus
Overview of neighboring registration authorities and districts in Brandenburg:
Postcodes & towns served by the registration office Cottbus
The registration authority Stadt Cottbus is responsible for the following postcodes and towns. All procedures can be completed online for each of these places – without travelling to the office.
Plan route to the registration office (Google Maps) →- 03044 Cottbus
- 03058 Gallinchen
- 03058 Groß Gaglow
- 03058 Kiekebusch
Digital i-Kfz platforms in other federal states
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