How to ride an electric scooter (E-Scooter) in Germany and not get fined? Don't forget to take out insurance and get a new license plate starting March 1, 2024. This rule is valid in Germany from June 15, 2019.
Keep in mind that the color of the license plate changes every year, so you cannot drive last year’s black ones. This will only show that you do not have new insurance.
Anyone must have insurance in Germany and a license plate. E-Scooter, whose speed exceeds 6 km / h. And to get insurance, you must have a valid operating license.
Driving without valid insurance is a criminal offense and is punishable by a fine. up to 180 daily bets or imprisonment up to 1 year (source).
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How to get and who issues license plates for electric scooters (E-Scooter)?
The registration plate for an electric scooter in Germany is a sticker measuring approximately 6,5 x 5,3 cm. It must be affixed in a visible place.
From March 1, 2024, the license plate color will be blue (in 2023, the license plate color was black).
The license plate is sent by the insurance company after the conclusion of the contract.
How much does insurance cost for E-Scooter?
The cost of insurance depends on which company you conclude an agreement with, as well as what kind of insurance coverage you want.
For E-Scooter you need insurance Liability insurance. It makes amends for the damage done to other people. For example, if you accidentally run into a pedestrian, he has bodily injuries, or even just a phone crashes, the insurance will cover the costs.
Price from 40 Euro per year.
For those with an expensive electric scooter, you might want to consider Teilkasko Versicherungto protect against fire, storm, hail, glass breakage and theft.
Price from 80 to 100 Euro per year.
Who else needs license plates and insurance from March 1, 2024?
If you have:
Scooter or moped with a displacement of up to 50 cubic meters. cm, maximum speed up to 45 km/h (for older models – up to 60 km/h)
ATV
Motorized wheelchair
Electric bicycle with pedal drive and speed over 25 km/h
E-bike with a speed of 6 km/h to 45 km/h.
For all this transport you need to take out insurance and get a license plate, otherwise you will be considered an offender. Punishment – imprisonment for up to 1 year or a fine.
Ordinance on small electric vehicles - Die Elektrokleinstfahrzeuge-Verordnung (eKFV). What it is?
From 2019, only those small electric vehicles that have passed mandatory certification can take part in road traffic.
Approved models have a nameplate with the following information:
- Manufacturer
- A type
- ABE number (Allgemeinen Betriebserlaubnisse – general operating permit)
Owners of small electric vehicles without ABE should first contact the vehicle manufacturer to inquire about the possibility of obtaining a license to operate the vehicle. In principle, individual registration is possible, but the responsibility for this does not lie with the Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt. In this case, contact an officially recognized traffic specialist.
Take out insurance for an electric scooter:
Get insurance for E-Scooter or other vehicles that need to travel with a new license plate from March 1, you can do it yourself. We have selected for you two favorable rates from two different insurance companies.
Get insurance for other types of transport
Two-seater small motorcycle, equipped with kickstarter, with a maximum engine capacity of 50 cc
Two-seater small motorcycle with a maximum engine capacity of 50 cc
A single-seat “bicycle” with an engine that can reach a maximum speed of 25 km/h.
A scooter (electric or petrol) with empty space between the front body and the seat.
And other types such as ATVs, Segways, Pedelec motorized wheelchairs, etc.
A scooter (electric or petrol) with empty space between the front body and the seat.
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More InformationFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Electric scooter insurance is a special type of insurance that provides protection in case of accidents related to the use of electric scooters. This may include liability to third parties, protection against theft and damage.
Yes, electric scooter insurance is mandatory in Germany. Electric scooter owners must take out insurance for their vehicles and have a special insurance label (Versicherungsplakette).
We offer various types of insurance for electric scooters, including basic insurance, which covers liability to third parties, and additional options, such as theft and damage insurance.
You can take out insurance for your electric scooter by filling out form on our website. You will need to provide some information about yourself and your electric scooter, then choose the appropriate type of insurance and pay for the policy.
If you would like to change or cancel your insurance policy, please contact our support team. We will help you make the necessary changes or provide information about possible penalties and cancellation deadlines.
In the event of an accident or theft of your electric scooter, you should immediately report it to the police and then contact our support team. We will provide you with instructions on how to proceed and help you with compensation, if it is covered by your insurance policy.
To apply for insurance, you will need to provide a copy of your passport or ID card, details of your electric scooter (make, model, serial number) and information about previous insurance policies, if any.
The cost of electric scooter insurance depends on the coverage and options you choose. On our website you can find information about various tariffs and choose the most suitable option for you.
Depends on the terms of your insurance policy. Some insurance companies offer coverage for using the scooter abroad, but this may require an additional agreement or payment. Please check the terms and conditions of your insurance policy or contact our support team for more details.
Your electric scooter must comply with the German regulations and requirements. These include: maximum engine power up to 500 W, maximum speed of 20 km / h, the presence of headlights, brake lights, as well as means for braking and sound signal.
How can I insure a scooter if I have not been given documents for it?
Hello.
You can download the certification, if available, from the manufacturer's website.
The main thing is that your scooter is approved for driving on German roads.
The article above contains a link to all certified models. If your scooter is on this list, it is approved and can be insured.
Hello. Is insurance required for the SoFlow SO3, Fahrzeugklasse P145 electric scooter?
Hello.
Your scooter is on the list of those allowed to move.
Those. insurance and license plates are required.
Hello. What will be the fine if you ride a scooter without insurance and license plate?
Good afternoon, Elena!
In fact, the worst! Anyone who rides an e-scooter without valid insurance is in violation of the Compulsory Insurance Act. This may result in a fine of between 150 and 500 euros and up to one year in prison. In case of an accident it will cost even more!
Therefore, we advise you to arrange it in advance 🙂 you can quickly and conveniently follow the links in our article - https://finber.de/e-scooter/
AOVOPRO ES MAXI bought this electric scooter and now I'm faced with such a problem as insurance where and how can I find out if I can get it for this type of scooter
Hello.
If you do not find a model via the link on the page, it means it is not approved for movement in Germany.
Guten Abend, bitte sagen Sie mir, wie ich bei Ihnen Nummern per Post bestellen kann, um eine Versicherung für einen Elektroroller abzuschließen
Über den Link im Artikel können Sie einen Versicherungsvertrag abschließen.
If I took out insurance for an electric scooter at the Media Markt store, can I cancel it there?
Any insurance can be canceled within 14 days without giving reasons.
Hello, if I took out an insurance policy from Media Markt for an e-scooter and I want to cancel it, can I go there and ask for a cancellation?
Hello.
How can I find out which electric scooter is insured in Germany?
Good afternoon.
If the scooter cannot be found when trying to insure it, then it cannot be driven on public roads in Germany.
The list can also be found at link.
Please tell me, when applying for insurance, will the number come to the scooter and in what lines?
Hello.
The number comes within 3-5 business days.