License plate WAR: Registration district Herne, Höxter, Warburg & online processing
Profile of license plate prefix WAR
The official license plate prefix WAR is issued in the registration district Herne, Höxter, Warburg (Nordrhein-Westfalen). The locally responsible authority is Stadt Herne. Via the digital platform, you can reserve available WAR custom license plates, order DIN-embossed plates, and submit new registrations, transfers, and deregistrations directly online.
Competent registration authority for prefix WAR
Stadt Herne
Südstr. 844625 Herne
Opening hours: Mo-Di 08:00-12:00 13:00-15:30, Mi 08:00-12:00 13:00-15:30, Do 08:00-12:00 13:00-18:00, Fr 08:00-12:00, Sa-So geschlossen
Go to i-Kfz platform Herne →Landkreis Höxter
Moltkestr. 1237671 Höxter
Opening hours: Mo-Di 07:30-15:30, Mi 07:30-12:00, Do 07:30-18:00, Fr 07:30-12:00, Sa-So geschlossen
Go to i-Kfz platform Höxter →Landkreis Höxter
Bahnhofstr. 2634414 Warburg
Opening hours: Mo-Di 07:30-15:30, Mi 07:30-12:00, Do 07:30-18:00, Fr 07:30-12:00, Sa-So geschlossen
Go to i-Kfz platform Warburg →Public information of the competent authority – not part of this portal.
Digital platform services for Herne (WAR)
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Frequently asked questions about prefix WAR (Herne, Höxter, Warburg)
- Which registration district issues the license plate prefix WAR?
- The official vehicle prefix WAR belongs to the registration district Herne, Höxter, Warburg in Nordrhein-Westfalen. The locally competent authority is Stadt Herne.
- How can I check and reserve available WAR custom license plates online?
- Via the digital license plate check, you can search for your desired combination with prefix WAR (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 WAR plates?
- Yes. Via the i-Kfz platform for Herne, new registration, change of keeper, re-registration, deregistration, and address changes can be completed entirely online without an appointment.
- Can I keep my WAR license plate when moving or changing ownership?
- Yes. Under nationwide license plate retention rules, an existing WAR plate can continue to be used when moving or transferring ownership, provided the vehicle remains registered.
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