Which registration district issues the license plate prefix LIP?

The official vehicle prefix LIP belongs to the registration district Bad Salzuflen, Barntrup, Detmold in Nordrhein-Westfalen. The locally competent authority is Landkreis Lippe.

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

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

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

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

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

License plate LIP: Registration district Bad Salzuflen, Barntrup, Detmold & online processing

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Profile of license plate prefix LIP

The official license plate prefix LIP is issued in the registration district Bad Salzuflen, Barntrup, Detmold (Nordrhein-Westfalen). The locally responsible authority is Landkreis Lippe. Via the digital platform, you can reserve available LIP 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 LIP

Landkreis Lippe

Louis-Ueckermann-Weg 2
32107 Bad Salzuflen

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

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Landkreis Lippe

Alverdisser Str. 28
32683 Barntrup

Opening hours: Mo 07:30-12:30, 13:30-16:00, Di 07:30-12:30, Mi 07:30-12:30, 13:30-15:00, Do 07:30-12:30, 13:30-17:00, Fr 07:30-12:30, Sa-So geschlossen

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Landkreis Lippe

Felix-Fechenbach-Str. 5
32756 Detmold

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

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Digital platform services for Bad Salzuflen (LIP)

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Competent registration authority for prefix LIP – Bad Salzuflen, Barntrup, Detmold (13)

Frequently asked questions about prefix LIP (Bad Salzuflen, Barntrup, Detmold)

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