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Register a car

Registering means you sign up your car with the authorities. Only then may you drive it. This plan shows you what you need for this.

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Steps
5 key steps, up to 19 depending on your situation
For you
5 short questions, then you see your steps
Main office
Zulassungsstelle eines Versicherers
Costs
According to oesterreich.gv.at: authority share €178, processing €65.60, residence register query €1.10, inspection sticker €2.30, car number plates €23 (not …
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How it works

These are the key steps, in the right order. Answer the short questions; then you see exactly what applies to you and what is added.

  1. 1Get liability insuranceMotor liability insurance is insurance for your car. It pays for damage you cause to others.Key step
    Why?
    You cannot register the car without this insurance.
    What you do
    Take out insurance that is valid in Austria. Then the registration office of an insurer does the registration.
    Where?
    Kfz-VersichererDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Arrange liability insurance

    Before registering, motor liability insurance valid in Austria must be in place. An insurer’s registration office then handles the registration.

    SourceKfz-Zulassung
    Kfz-Zulassung

    oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 11/10/2026

    As of, according to the source: 09.03.2026

    Legal basis: named on the source: Kraftfahrgesetz (KFG); Zulassungsstellenverordnung (ZustV) (read on 2026-10-12; not a legal assessment of your case)

    Open original source
  2. 2Get the approval documentThe approval document shows that the car is allowed. For example the Typenschein.Key step
    Why?
    The registration office needs it for the registration.
    What you do
    The first time: Typenschein, Einzelgenehmigung, Übereinstimmungsbescheinigung or data extract. If the car was registered before: the last approval document.
    Where?
    Zulassungsstelle eines VersicherersDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Obtain the approval document

    For first registration: type certificate, individual approval, certificate of conformity or approval database extract. For re-registration: the most recently issued approval document.

    SourceKfz-Zulassung
    Kfz-Zulassung

    oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 11/10/2026

    As of, according to the source: 09.03.2026

    Legal basis: named on the source: Kraftfahrgesetz (KFG); Zulassungsstellenverordnung (ZustV) (read on 2026-10-12; not a legal assessment of your case)

    Open original source
  3. 3Show that the car is yoursHere you show that the car belongs to you or that you hold it.Key step
    Why?
    The registration office needs this proof.
    What you do
    Used car: purchase contract, invoice, sales confirmation or your statement of previous ownership. New car: entry in the Typenschein or proof of purchase.
    Where?
    Zulassungsstelle eines VersicherersDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Evidence ownership or possession

    Used vehicle: previous owner’s personal declaration, purchase contract, invoice or sales confirmation. New vehicle: ownership entry in the type certificate or proof of purchase.

    SourceKfz-Zulassung
    Kfz-Zulassung

    oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 11/10/2026

    As of, according to the source: 09.03.2026

    Legal basis: named on the source: Kraftfahrgesetz (KFG); Zulassungsstellenverordnung (ZustV) (read on 2026-10-12; not a legal assessment of your case)

    Open original source
  4. 4Register the car at the registration officeThe registration office registers your car. It is an office run by an insurer.Key step
    Why?
    Only after registration and with number plates may you drive the car.
    What you do
    Go to the registration office for the district of your main residence. Bring ID, insurance confirmation, approval document and proof of ownership. Depending on your case also the report, leasing confirmation or power of attorney.
    Where?
    Zulassungsstelle eines VersicherersDirectly with the named service

    What you need

    • Official photo ID
      Document explained

      Of the registering person.

      Requirement
      Required when applicable
      Submission format
      Original
      Translation
      No specific rule recorded; clarify foreign-language records with the service.
      Authentication
      No specific rule recorded; clarify need before obtaining records.
      Recency
      No fixed age limit recorded; clarify currency with the service.
      SourceKfz-Zulassung
      Kfz-Zulassung

      oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 11/10/2026

      As of, according to the source: 09.03.2026

      Legal basis: named on the source: Kraftfahrgesetz (KFG); Zulassungsstellenverordnung (ZustV) (read on 2026-10-12; not a legal assessment of your case)

      Open original source
    • Insurance confirmation
      Document explained

      Austrian motor liability insurance.

      Requirement
      Required when applicable
      Submission format
      Clarify format with the service
      Translation
      No specific rule recorded; clarify foreign-language records with the service.
      Authentication
      No specific rule recorded; clarify need before obtaining records.
      Recency
      No fixed age limit recorded; clarify currency with the service.
      SourceKfz-Zulassung
      Kfz-Zulassung

      oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 11/10/2026

      As of, according to the source: 09.03.2026

      Legal basis: named on the source: Kraftfahrgesetz (KFG); Zulassungsstellenverordnung (ZustV) (read on 2026-10-12; not a legal assessment of your case)

      Open original source
    • Approval document
      Document explained

      Type certificate, individual approval, certificate of conformity or database extract.

      Requirement
      Required when applicable
      Submission format
      Original
      Translation
      No specific rule recorded; clarify foreign-language records with the service.
      Authentication
      No specific rule recorded; clarify need before obtaining records.
      Recency
      No fixed age limit recorded; clarify currency with the service.
      SourceKfz-Zulassung
      Kfz-Zulassung

      oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 11/10/2026

      As of, according to the source: 09.03.2026

      Legal basis: named on the source: Kraftfahrgesetz (KFG); Zulassungsstellenverordnung (ZustV) (read on 2026-10-12; not a legal assessment of your case)

      Open original source
    • Proof of ownership or possession
      Document explained

      Purchase contract, invoice, sales confirmation or previous owner’s declaration.

      Requirement
      Required when applicable
      Submission format
      Original
      Translation
      No specific rule recorded; clarify foreign-language records with the service.
      Authentication
      No specific rule recorded; clarify need before obtaining records.
      Recency
      No fixed age limit recorded; clarify currency with the service.
      SourceKfz-Zulassung
      Kfz-Zulassung

      oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 11/10/2026

      As of, according to the source: 09.03.2026

      Legal basis: named on the source: Kraftfahrgesetz (KFG); Zulassungsstellenverordnung (ZustV) (read on 2026-10-12; not a legal assessment of your case)

      Open original source
    • Positive inspection report
      Document explained · Depends on your case

      If the periodic inspection became due and the report is not in the sticker database.

      Requirement
      Check for your case
      Submission format
      Original
      Translation
      No specific rule recorded; clarify foreign-language records with the service.
      Authentication
      No specific rule recorded; clarify need before obtaining records.
      Recency
      No fixed age limit recorded; clarify currency with the service.
      SourceKfz-Zulassung
      Kfz-Zulassung

      oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 11/10/2026

      As of, according to the source: 09.03.2026

      Legal basis: named on the source: Kraftfahrgesetz (KFG); Zulassungsstellenverordnung (ZustV) (read on 2026-10-12; not a legal assessment of your case)

      Open original source
    • Leasing confirmation
      Document explained · Depends on your case

      For leased vehicles.

      Requirement
      Required when applicable
      Submission format
      Original
      Translation
      No specific rule recorded; clarify foreign-language records with the service.
      Authentication
      No specific rule recorded; clarify need before obtaining records.
      Recency
      No fixed age limit recorded; clarify currency with the service.
      SourceKfz-Zulassung
      Kfz-Zulassung

      oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 11/10/2026

      As of, according to the source: 09.03.2026

      Legal basis: named on the source: Kraftfahrgesetz (KFG); Zulassungsstellenverordnung (ZustV) (read on 2026-10-12; not a legal assessment of your case)

      Open original source
    • Written power of attorney
      Document explained · Depends on your case

      If another person handles the registration.

      Requirement
      Required when applicable
      Submission format
      Original
      Translation
      No specific rule recorded; clarify foreign-language records with the service.
      Authentication
      No specific rule recorded; clarify need before obtaining records.
      Recency
      No fixed age limit recorded; clarify currency with the service.
      SourceKfz-Zulassung
      Kfz-Zulassung

      oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 11/10/2026

      As of, according to the source: 09.03.2026

      Legal basis: named on the source: Kraftfahrgesetz (KFG); Zulassungsstellenverordnung (ZustV) (read on 2026-10-12; not a legal assessment of your case)

      Open original source
    • Location and company evidence
      Document explained · Depends on your case

      Chamber confirmation, company register extract, trade licence or association register extract depending on legal form.

      Requirement
      Required when applicable
      Submission format
      Copy
      Translation
      No specific rule recorded; clarify foreign-language records with the service.
      Authentication
      No specific rule recorded; clarify need before obtaining records.
      Recency
      No fixed age limit recorded; clarify currency with the service.
      SourceKfz-Zulassung
      Kfz-Zulassung

      oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 11/10/2026

      As of, according to the source: 09.03.2026

      Legal basis: named on the source: Kraftfahrgesetz (KFG); Zulassungsstellenverordnung (ZustV) (read on 2026-10-12; not a legal assessment of your case)

      Open original source
    • Parents’ or guardians’ documents
      Document explained · Depends on your case

      Power of attorney, registration confirmation, ID copy and court approval if applicable.

      Requirement
      Required when applicable
      Submission format
      Copy
      Translation
      No specific rule recorded; clarify foreign-language records with the service.
      Authentication
      No specific rule recorded; clarify need before obtaining records.
      Recency
      No fixed age limit recorded; clarify currency with the service.
      SourceKfz-Zulassung
      Kfz-Zulassung

      oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 11/10/2026

      As of, according to the source: 09.03.2026

      Legal basis: named on the source: Kraftfahrgesetz (KFG); Zulassungsstellenverordnung (ZustV) (read on 2026-10-12; not a legal assessment of your case)

      Open original source
    Related plansApply for resident parking
    In detail

    Register at the registration office

    The responsible office is an insurer’s registration office authorised for the district of your main residence or business seat. Your main residence is checked in the central register. Use the vehicle only after registration and with plates.

    SourceKfz-Zulassung
    Kfz-Zulassung

    oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 11/10/2026

    As of, according to the source: 09.03.2026

    Legal basis: named on the source: Kraftfahrgesetz (KFG); Zulassungsstellenverordnung (ZustV) (read on 2026-10-12; not a legal assessment of your case)

    Open original source
  5. 5Wait for the registration cardThe registration card is an ID for your car in card format.Key step
    Why?
    Until the card arrives, a paper is valid for a short time.
    What you do
    The card comes by post within two weeks. The paper Part I is valid for at most eight weeks. If nothing comes, ask the registration office.
    Where?
    Zulassungsstelle eines VersicherersDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Wait for delivery of the registration card

    The card arrives by post within two weeks. Until then the temporary paper part I applies, for at most eight weeks. If nothing arrives, ask the registration office.

    SourceKfz-Zulassung
    Kfz-Zulassung

    oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 11/10/2026

    As of, according to the source: 09.03.2026

    Legal basis: named on the source: Kraftfahrgesetz (KFG); Zulassungsstellenverordnung (ZustV) (read on 2026-10-12; not a legal assessment of your case)

    Open original source

Depending on your situation, this is added

  • See where you stand
  • Decide whose name the car is in
  • Choose the location for your business
  • Show your company's location in Austria
  • Prepare registration for a minor
  • Prepare a joint registration
  • Find out where the car comes from
  • Do the self-import first
  • Use the online pre-registration
  • Have the car inspected
  • Check if the car is leased
  • See what registration costs
  • Decide who goes to the registration office
  • Check whether to appeal the refusal
Use the questions to find out which of these apply to you
Tailored to you

What applies to you?

Answer a few short questions. The steps change right away: what does not apply to you drops out.

Question 1 of at most 5

How far along are you with registering your vehicle?

What is meant? This asks how far you are with registering your car. The registration card is the ID for the car.

Where are you?
  • No sign-up needed
  • Nothing is sent to authorities
  • You submit applications yourself

Frequently asked questions

Can I do this online?

1 of 19 possible steps mention an online channel in their text. Requirements are in the official source.

What does it cost?

Costs or fees are stated for 1 step according to the source; details are listed with the step.

Do I need an einfach.wien account?

No. The plan works without registration; answers stay in your browser.

Does einfach.wien submit my application?

No. einfach.wien helps you prepare and links official channels. You submit applications yourself to the responsible service.

What this page is based on

The information is based on official sources. einfach.wien is a private project; the content has not been professionally reviewed. All information without guarantee, no legal advice. The responsible office is always authoritative.

SourceKfz-Zulassung
Kfz-Zulassung

oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 11/10/2026

As of, according to the source: 09.03.2026

Legal basis: named on the source: Kraftfahrgesetz (KFG); Zulassungsstellenverordnung (ZustV) (read on 2026-10-12; not a legal assessment of your case)

Open original source

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