Digital vehicle platform Cottbus – register & deregister online
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.
De-registration
De-register a vehicle in Cottbus (take out of service): online, without an appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Cottbus registration office.
Transfer 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.
Re-registration
Re-register a de-registered vehicle in Cottbus – online, no appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Cottbus registration office.
Personalised plate
Reserve a personalised plate in Cottbus: check availability online and reserve with the registration office. Process and contact for Cottbus.
Licence plates
Order licence plates for Cottbus online: embossed to standard, delivered by post. Sizes, types and information for Cottbus.
Change of address
Change the keeper address in Cottbus after moving – online, no appointment. Documents, process and contact of the Cottbus registration office.
Green emissions sticker
Order the official green emissions sticker (level 4) for Cottbus online – printed with your licence plate for all German low-emission zones.
Car insurance & eVB
Compare car insurance rates for Cottbus, save on premiums and receive your 7-digit electronic insurance confirmation (eVB number) immediately.
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-Plattform Brandenburg a government authority?
- No. iKfz-Plattform 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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Last updated: 26.10.2026.
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