Which registration district issues the license plate prefix KEL?

The official vehicle prefix KEL belongs to the registration district Achern, Kehl, Lahr, Offenburg, Wolfach in Baden-Württemberg. The locally competent authority is Landratsamt Ortenaukreis.

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

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

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

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

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

License plate KEL: Registration district Achern, Kehl, Lahr, Offenburg, Wolfach & online processing

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Profile of license plate prefix KEL

The official license plate prefix KEL is issued in the registration district Achern, Kehl, Lahr, Offenburg, Wolfach (Baden-Württemberg). The locally responsible authority is Landratsamt Ortenaukreis. Via the digital platform, you can reserve available KEL custom license plates, order DIN-embossed plates, and submit new registrations, transfers, and deregistrations directly online.

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Competent registration authority for prefix KEL

Landratsamt Ortenaukreis

Illenauer Allee 57
77855 Achern

Opening hours: Mo-Fr 08:30-12:00, Mo-Do 14:00-16:00

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Landratsamt Ortenaukreis

Herderstr. 1
77694 Kehl

Opening hours: Mo-Mi 08:00-12:00 13:00-16:00, Do 08:00-12:00 13:00-18:00, Fr 08:00-12:00

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Landratsamt Ortenaukreis

Raiffeisenstr. 9
77933 Lahr

Opening hours: Mo-Di 08:00-12:00 13:00-16:00, Mi 08:00-12:00, Do 08:00-12:00 13:00-18:00, Fr 08:00-12:00

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Landratsamt Ortenaukreis

Badstr. 20
77652 Offenburg

Opening hours: Mo 08:00-12:00, Di 08:00-12:00 13:00-16:00, Mi 08:00-12:00, Do 08:00-12:00 13:00-18:00, Fr 07:30-12:00

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Landratsamt Ortenaukreis

Hauptstr. 40
77709 Wolfach

Opening hours: Mo 08:00-12:00 13:00-17:00, Mi 08:00-12:00 13:00-16:00, Di geschlossen, Do geschlossen, Fr geschlossen, Sa-So geschlossen

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Digital platform services for Achern (KEL)

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Frequently asked questions about prefix KEL (Achern, Kehl, Lahr, Offenburg, Wolfach)

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

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Last updated: 25.10.2026.