Which registration district issues the license plate prefix P?

The official vehicle prefix P belongs to the registration district Potsdam in Brandenburg. The locally competent authority is Stadt Potsdam.

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

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

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

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

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

License plate P: Registration district Potsdam & online processing

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Profile of license plate prefix P

The official license plate prefix P is issued in the registration district Potsdam (Brandenburg). The locally responsible authority is Stadt Potsdam. Via the digital platform, you can reserve available P 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.

★DP•AB123

Total characters (max. 8): 6 / 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)

P-Schilder nach Stückzahl & Ausführung direkt anfordern

DIN 74069 zertifizierte Heißprägung für Potsdam – das Ortskürzel P ist im Konfigurator bereits voreingestellt.

★ 4,8 / 5 · DIN CERTCO geprüft

P PKW 2er-Set (Front & Heck)19,90 €

520 × 110 mm · DIN-geprägt · Bestseller

9,95 € / SchildJetzt konfigurieren →

P Einzelschild (1 Stück)11,95 €

520 × 110 mm · Ersatzschild / Anhänger

Sofort lieferbarJetzt konfigurieren →

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

3 × 520 × 110 mm · Sparpaket

nur 8,95 € / SchildJetzt konfigurieren →

P E-Kennzeichen (2er-Set)19,90 €

Für Elektroautos & Plug-in-Hybride

Ohne E-AufpreisJetzt konfigurieren →

P Motorrad-Kennzeichen11,95 €

180 × 200 mm / 200 × 200 mm zweizeilig

1 Stück DIN-geprägtJetzt konfigurieren →

P 3D Carbon-Optik (2er-Set)29,90 €

Edle Sport-Optik · DIN CERTCO zertifiziert

100 % amtlich zugelassenJetzt konfigurieren →

Competent registration authority for prefix P

Stadt Potsdam

Friedrich-Ebert-Str. 79-81
14469 Potsdam

Opening hours: Mo 08:00-15:00, Di 08:00-18:00, Mi 08:00-12:00, Do 08:00-18:00, Fr 08:00-12:00, Sa 08:00-12:00, So geschlossen

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Digital platform services for Potsdam (P)

Select the desired procedure for the Potsdam 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 P – Potsdam (7)

Frequently asked questions about prefix P (Potsdam)

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

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Last updated: 27.10.2026.