Which registration district issues the license plate prefix KU?

The official vehicle prefix KU belongs to the registration district Kulmbach in Bayern. The locally competent authority is Landratsamt Kulmbach.

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

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

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

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

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

License plate KU: Registration district Kulmbach & online processing

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Profile of license plate prefix KU

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

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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.

★DKU•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)

KU-Schilder nach Stückzahl & Ausführung direkt anfordern

DIN 74069 zertifizierte Heißprägung für Kulmbach – das Ortskürzel KU ist im Konfigurator bereits voreingestellt.

★ 4,8 / 5 · DIN CERTCO geprüft

KU PKW 2er-Set (Front & Heck)19,90 €

520 × 110 mm · DIN-geprägt · Bestseller

9,95 € / SchildJetzt konfigurieren →

KU Einzelschild (1 Stück)11,95 €

520 × 110 mm · Ersatzschild / Anhänger

Sofort lieferbarJetzt konfigurieren →

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

3 × 520 × 110 mm · Sparpaket

nur 8,95 € / SchildJetzt konfigurieren →

KU E-Kennzeichen (2er-Set)19,90 €

Für Elektroautos & Plug-in-Hybride

Ohne E-AufpreisJetzt konfigurieren →

KU Motorrad-Kennzeichen11,95 €

180 × 200 mm / 200 × 200 mm zweizeilig

1 Stück DIN-geprägtJetzt konfigurieren →

KU 3D Carbon-Optik (2er-Set)29,90 €

Edle Sport-Optik · DIN CERTCO zertifiziert

100 % amtlich zugelassenJetzt konfigurieren →

Competent registration authority for prefix KU

Landratsamt Kulmbach

Konrad-Adenauer-Str. 5
95326 Kulmbach

Opening hours: Mo-Di 07:30-16:30, Mi 07:30-12:30, Do 07:30-17:30, Fr 07:30-12:30

Go to i-Kfz platform Kulmbach →

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

Digital platform services for Kulmbach (KU)

Select the desired procedure for the Kulmbach 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 KU – Kulmbach (21)

Frequently asked questions about prefix KU (Kulmbach)

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

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Last updated: 26.10.2026.