Which registration district issues the license plate prefix ER?

The official vehicle prefix ER belongs to the registration district Erlangen in Bayern. The locally competent authority is Stadt Erlangen.

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

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

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

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

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

License plate ER: Registration district Erlangen & online processing

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Profile of license plate prefix ER

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

Order ER license plates online →Check ER custom plate

Interactive Custom License Plate Format Checker

Test your desired combination against official KBA format rules (maximum 8 characters, permitted letter and number sequence) and check live availability.

★DER•AB123

Total characters (max. 8): 7 / 8

District code

1–2 letters

1–4 digits

Suffix

Combination meets official KBA format requirements (§ 9 FZV).

Official fee: €12.80 (€10.20 custom plate + €2.60 reservation under GebOSt)

ER-Schilder nach Stückzahl & Ausführung direkt anfordern

DIN 74069 zertifizierte Heißprägung für Erlangen – das Ortskürzel ER ist im Konfigurator bereits voreingestellt.

★ 4,8 / 5 · DIN CERTCO geprüft

ER PKW 2er-Set (Front & Heck)19,90 €

520 × 110 mm · DIN-geprägt · Bestseller

9,95 € / SchildJetzt konfigurieren →

ER Einzelschild (1 Stück)11,95 €

520 × 110 mm · Ersatzschild / Anhänger

Sofort lieferbarJetzt konfigurieren →

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

3 × 520 × 110 mm · Sparpaket

nur 8,95 € / SchildJetzt konfigurieren →

ER E-Kennzeichen (2er-Set)19,90 €

Für Elektroautos & Plug-in-Hybride

Ohne E-AufpreisJetzt konfigurieren →

ER Motorrad-Kennzeichen11,95 €

180 × 200 mm / 200 × 200 mm zweizeilig

1 Stück DIN-geprägtJetzt konfigurieren →

ER 3D Carbon-Optik (2er-Set)29,90 €

Edle Sport-Optik · DIN CERTCO zertifiziert

100 % amtlich zugelassenJetzt konfigurieren →

Competent registration authority for prefix ER

Stadt Erlangen

Rathausplatz 1
91052 Erlangen

Opening hours: Mo-Di 08:00-18:00, Mi,Do,Fr 08:00-12:00

Go to i-Kfz platform Erlangen →

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

Digital platform services for Erlangen (ER)

Select the desired procedure for the Erlangen registration district:

New registration→Re-registration→Transfer of ownership→De-registration→Change of address→Personalised plate→Licence plates→Green emissions sticker→Car insurance & eVB→

Frequently asked questions about prefix ER (Erlangen)

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

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Last updated: 28.10.2026.