Which registration district issues the license plate prefix HP?

The official vehicle prefix HP belongs to the registration district Bergstraße in Hessen. The locally competent authority is Landkreis Bergstraße.

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

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

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

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

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

License plate HP: Registration district Bergstraße & online processing

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Profile of license plate prefix HP

The official license plate prefix HP is issued in the registration district Bergstraße (Hessen). The locally responsible authority is Landkreis Bergstraße. Via the digital platform, you can reserve available HP 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.

★DHP•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)

HP-Schilder nach Stückzahl & Ausführung direkt anfordern

DIN 74069 zertifizierte Heißprägung für Bergstraße – das Ortskürzel HP ist im Konfigurator bereits voreingestellt.

★ 4,8 / 5 · DIN CERTCO geprüft

HP PKW 2er-Set (Front & Heck)19,90 €

520 × 110 mm · DIN-geprägt · Bestseller

9,95 € / SchildJetzt konfigurieren →

HP Einzelschild (1 Stück)11,95 €

520 × 110 mm · Ersatzschild / Anhänger

Sofort lieferbarJetzt konfigurieren →

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

3 × 520 × 110 mm · Sparpaket

nur 8,95 € / SchildJetzt konfigurieren →

HP E-Kennzeichen (2er-Set)19,90 €

Für Elektroautos & Plug-in-Hybride

Ohne E-AufpreisJetzt konfigurieren →

HP Motorrad-Kennzeichen11,95 €

180 × 200 mm / 200 × 200 mm zweizeilig

1 Stück DIN-geprägtJetzt konfigurieren →

HP 3D Carbon-Optik (2er-Set)29,90 €

Edle Sport-Optik · DIN CERTCO zertifiziert

100 % amtlich zugelassenJetzt konfigurieren →

Competent registration authority for prefix HP

Landkreis Bergstraße

Benzstr. 1
64646 Heppenheim

Opening hours: Mo 07:30-12:00, Di 07:30-15:00, Mi 07:30-12:00, Do 09:30-18:00, Fr 07:30-12:00

Go to i-Kfz platform Bergstraße →

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

Digital platform services for Bergstraße (HP)

Select the desired procedure for the Bergstraße 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 HP – Bergstraße (21)

Frequently asked questions about prefix HP (Bergstraße)

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