How quickly can I submit De-registration for Bochum (BO, WAT) online?

Digital entry for the Bochum registration district usually takes only about three to five minutes. An on-site appointment at the authority (Stadt Bochum) is not required.

Which documents do I need for De-registration in Bochum?

For online processing in the Bochum district, please have the following ready: Registration certificate part I, Plates with security stickers, ID card or passport.

How do I receive the documents and stickers for my BO, WAT license plate?

After completing the online procedure, the official notice, registration documents, stickers, and optionally ordered BO, WAT license plates are sent directly by post to your address in Bochum.

Vehicle de-registration in Bochum

BO WAT· Stadt Bochum

Would you like to take a vehicle out of service in Bochum? De-registration can be done online – you do not have to go to the registration office. As soon as it is de-registered, vehicle tax and insurance obligations end. Here you will find the required documents and the responsible authority in Bochum.

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Documents required for De-registration in Bochum

Registration certificate part I
Plates with security stickers
ID card or passport

How De-registration works online

1Enter vehicle data and plate
2Read out security codes of the stickers
3Confirm de-registration online
4Confirmation is provided digitally

Frequently asked questions: De-registration in Bochum

How quickly can I submit De-registration for Bochum (BO, WAT) online?: Digital entry for the Bochum registration district usually takes only about three to five minutes. An on-site appointment at the authority (Stadt Bochum) is not required.
Which documents do I need for De-registration in Bochum?: For online processing in the Bochum district, please have the following ready: Registration certificate part I, Plates with security stickers, ID card or passport.
How do I receive the documents and stickers for my BO, WAT license plate?: After completing the online procedure, the official notice, registration documents, stickers, and optionally ordered BO, WAT license plates are sent directly by post to your address in Bochum.

More digital platform services for Bochum (BO, WAT)

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Responsible registration office Bochum

Stadt Bochum – Public information of the responsible authority – not part of this portal.

Bulksmühle 17
44777 Bochum
Nordrhein-Westfalen

Opening hours: Mo 08:00-18:00, Di-Mi 08:00-13:00, 14:00-16:00, Do 08:00-16:00, Fr 08:00-13:00

Contact

Phone:: 0234-910-8282
Email:: zulassungen@bochum.de

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You complete the process conveniently online with our service partner – no appointment, no trip to the authority. Plates arrive by post.

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