Which registration district issues the license plate prefix R?

The official vehicle prefix R belongs to the registration district Regensburg (Land), Regensburg (Stadt) in Bayern. The locally competent authority is Landratsamt Regensburg.

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

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

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

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

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

License plate R: Registration district Regensburg (Land), Regensburg (Stadt) & online processing

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Profile of license plate prefix R

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

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Competent registration authority for prefix R

Landratsamt Regensburg

Altmühlstr. 3
93059 Regensburg

Opening hours: Mo-Mi 07:30-15:00, Do 07:30-17:00, Fr 07:30-11:30

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Stadt Regensburg

Johann-Hösl-Str. 11
93053 Regensburg

Opening hours: Mo 07:30-12:00, Di-Mi 07:30-12:00, 13:30-15:00, Do 08:00-13:00, 15:00-17:30, Fr 07:30-12:00, Sa-So geschlossen

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Digital platform services for Regensburg (Land) (R)

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Competent registration authority for prefix R – Regensburg (Land), Regensburg (Stadt) (41)

Frequently asked questions about prefix R (Regensburg (Land), Regensburg (Stadt))

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

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Last updated: 25.10.2026.