You will receive your official Certificate of Conformity (COC) for Germany online.
Do you need a certificate of conformity or a duplicate of your German vehicle permit to import a car from abroad?
This page explains what this document is, when it is required, and how easy it is to order online.
👉Order your certificate of conformity online now via the form below: select the brand of your vehicle, click on ‘Order’, enter the required information, and your official COC will be delivered to your home quickly!
🚗What is a certificate of conformity in Germany?
The European Certificate of Conformity (COC) is an official document issued by the vehicle manufacturer. It certifies that the vehicle meets the technical standards of the European Union and German national standards. It is essential for many, particularly for:
Registration of an imported vehicle (new or used) in Germany or abroad.
Replacement of a lost or illegible COC.
📌 What are the COC cases in Germany?
Import a car from another European country into Germany.
You have lost the manufacturer’s original certificate of conformity.
Your vehicle was built in a foreign workshop.
Do you want to register a vehicle for the first time in Germany?
In Germany, the Certificate of Conformity shall only be issued for vehicles intended for the European market and belonging to certain categories (L or M1), which were first allowed after 1995. This document is required to demonstrate compliance with German and European safety and environmental standards at the time of admission.
To obtain a COC, you need to apply to the vehicle manufacturer or a specialised agency. Documents such as the chassis number, proof of purchase and German vehicle registration are required. If the vehicle does not meet the COC criteria, you can apply for a special certificate of conformity.
In order to register an imported vehicle in Germany, the following documents must be submitted: the German vehicle registration certificate, the vehicle’s letter and proof of a current technical review. The required taxes and insurance must also be paid.
This certification simplifies administrative procedures and facilitates the resale of vehicles in Germany and throughout the European Union.
This text considers the specific German requirements for the certificate of conformity and the approval of imported vehicles.
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