Any road vehicle owned or held by a person with an address in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg can only be put on the road in the Grand Duchy if it has been registered and is covered by a valid registration certificate.
Who does this apply to?
- Anyone living in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg who buys a new vehicle.
- Garages and assimilated businesses (able to justify being authorised to deal in road vehicles) may carry out the procedure on behalf of their customers.
- The owner or holder of the vehicle may give written instructions to a third party to carry out the procedure.
Prerequisites
Before a new vehicle can be registered, the person concerned must apply for a registration number.
Supporting documents
A new vehicle can be registered on production of the following documents:
- a duly completed and signed registration certificate application form (Demande en obtention d'un certificat d'immatriculation);
- the required 'Droit de Chancellerie' tax stamp(s);
- the original invoice. If necessary, a translation of this document may be required;
- a valid insurance certificate;
- the 'vignette 705' customs document;
- the registration document, if one has been produced;
- the European certificate of conformity;
- a photograph of the manufacturer's plate;
- the passport or ID card of the owner and/or holder of the vehicle;
The original of each document must be produced.
For any other documents that may be required, please consult the FAQ section.
Time limits
To avoid the waiting lines, you can make an appointment online, or send in your application by post.