Confirm motor liability insurance (Kfz-Haftpflicht)

Overview

Use this when registering a car in Germany. Motor liability insurance (Kfz-Haftpflicht) is the minimum legal requirement before the vehicle can be registered.

Timing to be aware of

On car registration

Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.

What you'll need

None listed (confirm when the event applies)

Common questions

Questions people often look up at this stage. Answers are general — confirm with the relevant office or a qualified professional.

• Why is getting a German driver's license so expensive?
• Can I use an International Driving Permit to avoid the 6-month rule?
• Does it cost more to see a doctor in Germany if I'm not from the EU?
• I just arrived and my card hasn't arrived. Can I see a doctor today?
• I need a bank account to sign my rental lease, but I can't get an Anmeldung without a lease—how do I break this loop?

Related events

• Motor insurance cancellation deadline (November 30)
  Critical
  Annually
• Check SF-Klasse transfer on insurer change
  High
  On car insurance change
• Kfz-Versicherung (car insurance) setup
  Critical
  When triggered
• Kfz-Versicherung (car insurance) setup
  Critical
  When triggered
• Fahrverbot (driving ban) response
  Critical
  When triggered