Which registration district issues the license plate prefix WR?

The official vehicle prefix WR belongs to the registration district Halberstadt, Wernigerode in Sachsen-Anhalt. The locally competent authority is Landkreis Harz.

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

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

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

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

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

License plate WR: Registration district Halberstadt, Wernigerode & online processing

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Profile of license plate prefix WR

The official license plate prefix WR is issued in the registration district Halberstadt, Wernigerode (Sachsen-Anhalt). The locally responsible authority is Landkreis Harz. Via the digital platform, you can reserve available WR custom license plates, order DIN-embossed plates, and submit new registrations, transfers, and deregistrations directly online.

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Interactive Custom License Plate Format Checker

Test your desired combination against official KBA format rules (maximum 8 characters, permitted letter and number sequence) and check live availability.

★DWR•AB123

Total characters (max. 8): 7 / 8

District code

1–2 letters

1–4 digits

Suffix

Combination meets official KBA format requirements (§ 9 FZV).

Official fee: €12.80 (€10.20 custom plate + €2.60 reservation under GebOSt)

WR-Schilder nach Stückzahl & Ausführung direkt anfordern

DIN 74069 zertifizierte Heißprägung für Halberstadt, Wernigerode – das Ortskürzel WR ist im Konfigurator bereits voreingestellt.

★ 4,8 / 5 · DIN CERTCO geprüft

WR PKW 2er-Set (Front & Heck)19,90 €

520 × 110 mm · DIN-geprägt · Bestseller

9,95 € / SchildJetzt konfigurieren →

WR Einzelschild (1 Stück)11,95 €

520 × 110 mm · Ersatzschild / Anhänger

Sofort lieferbarJetzt konfigurieren →

WR 3er-Set (inkl. Fahrradträger)26,85 €

3 × 520 × 110 mm · Sparpaket

nur 8,95 € / SchildJetzt konfigurieren →

WR E-Kennzeichen (2er-Set)19,90 €

Für Elektroautos & Plug-in-Hybride

Ohne E-AufpreisJetzt konfigurieren →

WR Motorrad-Kennzeichen11,95 €

180 × 200 mm / 200 × 200 mm zweizeilig

1 Stück DIN-geprägtJetzt konfigurieren →

WR 3D Carbon-Optik (2er-Set)29,90 €

Edle Sport-Optik · DIN CERTCO zertifiziert

100 % amtlich zugelassenJetzt konfigurieren →

Competent registration authority for prefix WR

Landkreis Harz

Friedrich-Ebert-Str. 42
38820 Halberstadt

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

Go to i-Kfz platform Halberstadt →

Landkreis Harz

Dornbergsweg 39a
38855 Wernigerode

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

Go to i-Kfz platform Wernigerode →

Public information of the competent authority – not part of this portal.

Digital platform services for Halberstadt (WR)

Select the desired procedure for the Halberstadt registration district:

New registration→Re-registration→Transfer of ownership→De-registration→Change of address→Personalised plate→Licence plates→Green emissions sticker→Car insurance & eVB→

Frequently asked questions about prefix WR (Halberstadt, Wernigerode)

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

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Last updated: 27.10.2026.