Residents cardGermany

An introduction to the traffic rules and road signs of Germany. Learn about driving, road safety and much more in our illustrated book, with answers to frequently asked questions.

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Traffic rules

Germany

1. Residents card

A residents card is a local parking permit issued to eligible people who live within a particular municipality, street or parking zone. It can give residents special parking rights near their home, such as exemption from parking time limits or charges or permission to use spaces reserved for residents.

The conditions for obtaining and using a residents card vary between countries and municipalities. A permit may be issued as a physical card or linked electronically to the vehicle's registration number.

Can a residents card be electronic?

Yes. Some authorities use digital permits linked to the vehicle's registration number instead of requiring a physical card to be displayed.

🔗 westminster.gov.uk • Westminster City Council, resident permit renewal and virtual permits; local example