{"id":696,"date":"2025-10-20T15:57:45","date_gmt":"2025-10-20T13:57:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fallerfinance.com\/faq\/my-car\/"},"modified":"2025-11-03T16:50:26","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T15:50:26","slug":"my-car","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.fallerfinance.com\/en\/faq\/my-car\/","title":{"rendered":"My Car"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#DBC078&#8243; use_background_color_gradient=&#8221;on&#8221; background_color_gradient_stops=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.4) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.4) 100%&#8221; background_color_gradient_overlays_image=&#8221;on&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.fallerfinance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/faller-finances-background-equipe.webp&#8221; parallax=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;100px|20px|80px|20px|false|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_post_title meta=&#8221;off&#8221; featured_image=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;40px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||0px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][\/et_pb_post_title][dsm_breadcrumbs home_text=&#8221; &#8221; home_icon=&#8221;&#xe074;||divi||400&#8243; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; items_text_color=&#8221;#DBC078&#8243; home_icon_text_color=&#8221;#DBC078&#8243; separators_text_color=&#8221;#DBC078&#8243; current_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][\/dsm_breadcrumbs][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#15171C&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;100px|20px|0px|20px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;70px||||false|true&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;50px||||false|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;800px&#8221; max_width_tablet=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_phone=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_text_color=&#8221;#DBC078&#8243; header_2_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>Can I Import My French Car into Germany?<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:40px;\">Yes. If you are moving to Germany, you may import your vehicle. However, you must declare and register it (Zulassung) within 6 months of your arrival, unless it is a rental or company vehicle.  <\/p>\n<h2>What are the Procedures for Registering a Foreign Car?<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>You will need to present:<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The French registration certificate (Fahrzeugschein)<\/li>\n<li>Proof of purchase or Certificate of Conformity (COC)<\/li>\n<li>German insurance (Versicherungsnachweis: eVB) \u2014 Faller Finance handles this<\/li>\n<li>The German technical inspection (T\u00dcV)<\/li>\n<li>Your Anmeldung (proof of address)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:40px;\">\u2192 Registration is done at the Zulassungsstelle, with a payment of approximately \u20ac30 to \u20ac50.<\/p>\n<h2>Do I Need to Undergo the Technical Inspection (T\u00fcv) Again?<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:40px;\">Yes. The German T\u00dcV is mandatory for all registrations. If your French technical inspection is recent, it may sometimes be provisionally accepted, but the German standard is stricter.  <\/p>\n<h2>Is it Necessary to Change your License Plates?<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:40px;\">Yes, once registered in Germany, your car will bear German license plates. French license plates become invalid. <\/p>\n<h2>Which Car Insurance should I Choose in Germany?<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>German car insurance (Kfz-Versicherung) is mandatory. Three levels exist: <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Haftpflicht<\/strong> (third-party liability): mandatory, covers damages caused to others.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Teilkasko<\/strong>: covers theft, fire, glass breakage, natural damage.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vollkasko<\/strong>: also covers damage to your own vehicle, even in case of fault.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:40px;\">\ud83d\udc49 Faller Finance helps you compare contracts to find the best coverage at the best price.<\/p>\n<h2>How is the Price of Car Insurance Calculated in Germany?<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:40px;\">The premium depends on the type of vehicle, place of residence, your no-claims bonus (Schadenfreiheitsklasse), and annual mileage. By using our firm, your French insurance history can be recognized to obtain a better rate. <\/p>\n<h2>Can I Drive with My French Driver&#8217;s License?<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:40px;\">Yes. The French driver&#8217;s license is recognized in Germany. You may use it indefinitely as long as it is valid. In case of loss or suspension, procedures are handled by the German authorities.   <\/p>\n<h2>Do I Have to Pay a Vehicle Tax (Kfz-Steuer)?<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Yes. Every car registered in Germany is subject to the Kfz-Steuer, calculated according to: <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Engine displacement,<\/li>\n<li>Fuel type,<\/li>\n<li>And CO\u2082 emissions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:40px;\">This tax is automatically collected by the Hauptzollamt once a year.<\/p>\n<h2>Is it Possible to Deduct Car Expenses from Taxes?<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Yes, if you use your vehicle for professional purposes (self-employed, consultant, sales representative&#8230;). You can deduct: <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fuel costs,<\/li>\n<li>Maintenance \/ repairs,<\/li>\n<li>Vehicle depreciation,<\/li>\n<li>Or a mileage allowance (\u20ac0.30\/km).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:40px;\">\ud83d\udca1 Faller Finance helps you choose the most advantageous method based on your activity and tax status.<\/p>\n<h2>What to Do in Case of an Accident?<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>In case of an accident:<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Note the contact details of the involved parties.<\/li>\n<li>Take photos.<\/li>\n<li>Contact your insurance before any repairs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:40px;\">If the claim involves shared liability or a cross-border situation, Faller Finance and its partners can help you manage the declaration and reimbursement with German or French insurers.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Sell or Deregister My Vehicle in Germany?<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>The sale or deregistration (Abmeldung) is done at the Zulassungsstelle. The sales certificate (Kaufvertrag) and the license plate must be submitted. <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:40px;\">If returning to France, you can request a temporary export plate (Ausfuhrkennzeichen) to repatriate the vehicle.<\/p>\n<h2>How Can Faller Finance Help Me?<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Faller Finance assists expatriates with:<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Comparing and optimizing their car insurance,<\/li>\n<li>Tax-deducting vehicle-related expenses,<\/li>\n<li>Assisting with registration or deregistration procedures,<\/li>\n<li>Managing insurance claims.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"et_pb_module dsm_breadcrumbs dsm_breadcrumbs_0\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module_inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<nav class=\"dsm_breadcrumbs_wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"dsm_breadcrumbs\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BreadcrumbList\">\t\t\t<li class=\"dsm_breadcrumbs_item dsm_home_item dsm_home_item_custom\" itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope\n\t\t\titemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\">\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fallerfinance.com\/en\/\" itemprop=\"item\" target=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='dsm_home_text_wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"et-pb-icon dsm_home_icon\">&#xe074;<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"dsm_home_text\" itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"1\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/li>\n\n\t\t<li class=\"dsm_breadcrumbs_separator\"> <span class=\"et-pb-icon dsm_separator_icon\">5<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/nav>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>Can I Import My French Car into Germany?Yes. 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