Which registration district issues the license plate prefix LU?

The official vehicle prefix LU belongs to the registration district Dudenhofen, Heßheim, Ludwigshafen, Ludwigshafen (Stadt) in Rheinland-Pfalz. The locally competent authority is Landkreis Rhein-Pfalz-Kreis.

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

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

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

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

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

License plate LU: Registration district Dudenhofen, Heßheim, Ludwigshafen, Ludwigshafen (Stadt) & online processing

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Profile of license plate prefix LU

The official license plate prefix LU is issued in the registration district Dudenhofen, Heßheim, Ludwigshafen, Ludwigshafen (Stadt) (Rheinland-Pfalz). The locally responsible authority is Landkreis Rhein-Pfalz-Kreis. Via the digital platform, you can reserve available LU 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 LU

Landkreis Rhein-Pfalz-Kreis

Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 6
67373 Dudenhofen

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

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Landkreis Rhein-Pfalz-Kreis

Hauptstr. 14
67258 Heßheim

Opening hours: Mo 07:00-12:00, Di 08:00-12:00, 14:00-18:00, Mi 08:00-12:00, Do 08:00-12:00, 14:00-16:00, Fr 07:00-12:00

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Landkreis Rhein-Pfalz-Kreis

Europaplatz 5
67063 Ludwigshafen

Opening hours: Mo-Di 07:30-12:30, Mi 07:00-11:30, Do 07:30-17:30, Fr 07:30-13:00

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Stadt Ludwigshafen

Achtmorgenstr. 9
67065 Ludwigshafen

Opening hours: Mo,Mi 08:00-13:00, Di,Fr 07:00-13:00, Do 08:00-12:00 14:00-18:00

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Digital platform services for Dudenhofen (LU)

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Competent registration authority for prefix LU – Dudenhofen, Heßheim, Ludwigshafen, Ludwigshafen (Stadt) (1)

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Frequently asked questions about prefix LU (Dudenhofen, Heßheim, Ludwigshafen, Ludwigshafen (Stadt))

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

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Last updated: 26.10.2026.