Which registration district issues the license plate prefix HU?

The official vehicle prefix HU belongs to the registration district Hanau, Hanau, Hanau, Linsengericht, Schlüchtern in Hessen. The locally competent authority is Landratsamt Main-Kinzig-Kreis.

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

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

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

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

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

License plate HU: Registration district Hanau, Hanau, Hanau, Linsengericht, Schlüchtern & online processing

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Profile of license plate prefix HU

The official license plate prefix HU is issued in the registration district Hanau, Hanau, Hanau, Linsengericht, Schlüchtern (Hessen). The locally responsible authority is Landratsamt Main-Kinzig-Kreis. Via the digital platform, you can reserve available HU 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 HU

Landratsamt Main-Kinzig-Kreis

Dörnigheimer Str. 1
63452 Hanau

Opening hours: Mo,Mi,Do 07:00-13:00, Di 10:00-18:00, Fr 07:00-11:30

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Stadt Hanau

Amt Markt 14 - 18
63450 Hanau

Opening hours: Mo,Mi,Do,Fr 08:00-13:00, Di 09:30-18:00

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Stadt Hanau

Amt Markt 14 - 18
63450 Hanau

Opening hours: Mo, Mi, Do, Fr 08:00-13:00, Di 09:30-18:00, Sa-So geschlossen

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Landratsamt Main-Kinzig-Kreis

Im Niederfeld
63589 Linsengericht

Opening hours: Mo-Mi 07:00-13:00, Do 10:00-18:00, Fr 07:00-11:30

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Landratsamt Main-Kinzig-Kreis

Am Elmacker 2
36381 Schlüchtern

Opening hours: Mo-Fr 07:30-12:00

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Digital platform services for Hanau (HU)

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Competent registration authority for prefix HU – Hanau, Hanau, Hanau, Linsengericht, Schlüchtern (26)

Frequently asked questions about prefix HU (Hanau, Hanau, Hanau, Linsengericht, Schlüchtern)

Which registration district issues the license plate prefix HU?: The official vehicle prefix HU belongs to the registration district Hanau, Hanau, Hanau, Linsengericht, Schlüchtern in Hessen. The locally competent authority is Landratsamt Main-Kinzig-Kreis.
How can I check and reserve available HU custom license plates online?: Via the digital license plate check, you can search for your desired combination with prefix HU (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 HU plates?: Yes. Via the i-Kfz platform for Hanau, new registration, change of keeper, re-registration, deregistration, and address changes can be completed entirely online without an appointment.
Can I keep my HU license plate when moving or changing ownership?: Yes. Under nationwide license plate retention rules, an existing HU 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.