H licence plate for classic cars (Oldtimer)

KFZ-Zulassungsstelle (vehicle registration office) · Licence plates · Classic car plate (Oldtimerkennzeichen) under § 10 Abs. 1 FZV

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Last updated12 October 2026

Legal basis§ 10 Abs. 1 FZV · § 2 Nr. 22 FZV · § 23 StVZO · § 9 Abs. 4 KraftStG

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Written and reviewed byAndrés Sánchez Botta

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At a glance

Registration fee

€30.00

Internet-based (§ 27 FZV)

€12.80

Expert report § 23 StVZO

approx. €80–€200

Motor vehicle tax, car

€191.73/year

Motor vehicle tax, motorcycle

€46.02/year

Minimum age

30 years

What the H licence plate is — and who can get it

The H licence plate (H-Kennzeichen) is the official classic car plate (Oldtimerkennzeichen). Its legal basis is § 10 Abs. 1 Satz 1 of the Vehicle Registration Ordinance (Fahrzeug-Zulassungsverordnung, FZV): “On application, a classic car plate must be allocated for a vehicle for which an expert report under § 23 of the Road Traffic Licensing Regulations (Straßenverkehrs-Zulassungs-Ordnung, StVZO) exists.” The authority therefore has no discretion — if the requirements are met, it must allocate the plate. An important note for your own research: the FZV was completely recast and renumbered in 2023. Older guides and forms still refer to “§ 9 FZV”; today § 10 FZV is the relevant provision.

§ 2 Nr. 22 FZV defines when a vehicle is a classic car, literally as a “vehicle that, at the time of its assessment as a classic car, first entered circulation at least 30 years previously, largely corresponds to its original condition, is in a good state of preservation and serves to maintain motor-vehicle cultural heritage”. These four characteristics must all be met cumulatively. The often-cited “condition worth preserving” is not a term used in the FZV — what is checked is the largely original condition, the good state of preservation and the cultural-historical purpose.

The cut-off date is particularly often underestimated. It is counted from the first entry into circulation, not from the German first registration, and what matters is the time of the assessment, not the day of the official procedure. For imported vehicles, this means: if a car was first registered in Italy or the USA in 1994 and only brought to Germany in 2005, the year 1994 counts. Conversely, an early German Fahrzeugbrief is of no help if the vehicle demonstrably first entered circulation later.

For borderline cases just under the 30-year mark, § 10 Abs. 1 Satz 4 FZV contains an opening clause: the vehicle registration authority may, in an individual case, credit periods during which the vehicle was in operation outside public road traffic before first entering circulation — for example works, racing or prototype vehicles, and vehicles initially driven only on company premises or racetracks. This is a case-by-case decision that you must substantiate with evidence (works documents, logbook, racing papers).

The result is visible in the letter code: under § 10 Abs. 1 Satz 3 FZV in conjunction with Anlage 4 Abschnitt 4 Nr. 4 FZV, the “H” is placed with no space and in the same typeface after the identification number. The vehicle registration authority additionally notes the classic car plate in registration certificate Part I and Part II (Zulassungsbescheinigung Teil I and Teil II). The same annex also limits the number of characters: single-line H licence plates may have only seven characters (not counting the letter code “H”), two-line plates five and motorcycle plates four characters in the identification number. Anyone wanting to combine this with a personalised licence plate (Wunschkennzeichen) must factor in this limit from the outset.

Required documents

Valid identity card or passport — The vehicle registration office must establish the identity of the vehicle holder. Anyone identifying themselves with a passport also brings a current Meldebescheinigung (registration certificate), because the residential address is transferred to the registration certificate. The document must be valid — expired identity documents are rejected.
Registration certificate Part II (formerly Fahrzeugbrief) — It proves the right to dispose of the vehicle and is required for entering the classic car plate. If Part II has been lost, it must be newly issued through the vehicle registration office before the appointment; because of the required public notice period, this takes several weeks. For imported vehicles, the foreign vehicle documents initially take the place of Part II.
Registration certificate Part I (formerly Fahrzeugschein) — Required if the vehicle is already registered and only the type of licence plate is being changed. The authority withdraws the old document and reissues it with the note on the classic car plate. For deregistered vehicles, present the deregistration certificate instead.
Classic car expert report under § 23 StVZO — The core element of the application. It is prepared by officially recognised experts or examiners of the testing organisations (TÜV, DEKRA, GTÜ, KÜS) and documents originality, state of preservation and age. Once it is available, the vehicle registration authority is obliged under § 10 Abs. 1 Satz 1 FZV to allocate the plate; the FZV does not specify a statutory expiry period for the report — if in doubt, ask the competent vehicle registration office. The assessment is described in detail on our page on the classic car expert report.
Proof of a valid periodic roadworthiness test (§ 29 StVZO) — No vehicle is registered without a passed periodic roadworthiness test (Hauptuntersuchung, HU — commonly called ‘TÜV’). The HU report must be presented in addition to the classic car expert report, even if both tests took place on the same day. After allocation, the HU remains an ongoing obligation and is generally due every 24 months for classic cars (details on the HU).
eVB number (electronic insurance confirmation) — It proves the liability insurance cover required under § 1 PflVG and is issued by the insurer as a seven-character code. Tell the insurer in advance that the vehicle is to receive an H licence plate, because many providers maintain their own classic car tariffs for this. The eVB is valid for a limited time; an expired number leads to the registration process being aborted.
SEPA direct debit mandate for the motor vehicle tax — Motor vehicle tax is levied by the customs administration and is generally collected by direct debit. Vehicle registration offices therefore usually require the mandate already during the registration process. Further details can be found under motor vehicle tax at the Hauptzollamt (main customs office).
Previous licence plates — If an already-registered vehicle is switched to an H licence plate, the old plates must be brought along for de-stamping. Without their return, the authority cannot change the type of licence plate. The new plates with the letter code “H” are then embossed by a private licence plate maker.
Power of attorney and identity document for representation — Anyone not submitting the application in person needs a written power of attorney as well as a copy of the vehicle holder’s identity document; the representative also identifies themselves separately. For legal entities, a current extract from the commercial register or the trade registration is additionally required. Without this evidence, the application is not processed.
For imported vehicles: foreign vehicle documents — They are the evidence of first entry into circulation and therefore of the 30-year period under § 2 Nr. 22 FZV. Many vehicle registration offices require documents in a foreign language in certified translation. In addition, a full inspection or data confirmation of the vehicle is required (vehicle import).

Step by step

Realistically check age and condition

Before any costs arise, establish the date of first entry into circulation from the vehicle documents. Under § 2 Nr. 22 FZV, at least 30 years must have passed at the time of the assessment; for imported vehicles, the foreign first registration counts. Then go through the vehicle soberly: non-contemporary add-on parts, modern engines, non-original paintwork or heavy corrosion are the most common reasons for rejection, because they conflict with the required “largely original” condition.

Gather documents and vehicle history

Have registration certificate Part I and Part II, the most recent HU report and — if available — restoration receipts, works documents and historical photos ready. These documents help the expert assess originality and noticeably speed up the assessment. Replace any missing papers before the test appointment, because a replacement for registration certificate Part II can take several weeks due to the required public notice period.

Commission the assessment under § 23 StVZO

The assessment is carried out by officially recognised experts of the testing organisations TÜV, DEKRA, GTÜ or KÜS. Explicitly book an appointment for a “classic car expert report under § 23 StVZO” — the periodic roadworthiness test alone is not enough. There is no official fee schedule for the expert’s fee; depending on the testing organisation and effort involved, around €80 to €200 is usual, with extensive valuation reports costing significantly more.

Have the periodic roadworthiness test carried out

A valid periodic roadworthiness test under § 29 StVZO must be proven alongside the assessment. Most testing centres handle both in one appointment but bill the HU separately — budget for around €80 to €100 extra, depending on the testing organisation and vehicle class. If the vehicle fails, you receive a report of defects; registration is only possible after a successful re-inspection.

Request the eVB number from your insurer

No vehicle is registered without an electronic insurance confirmation, because liability insurance cover must exist under § 1 PflVG. Tell the insurer about the planned H licence plate and the vehicle type, and have the terms of the classic car tariff given to you in writing. The level of the premium is not regulated by law and is freely calculated by each insurer — comparing providers is worthwhile.

Apply for registration — at the counter or online

The application can be made in person at the vehicle registration office of your place of residence or business seat; many offices allocate only online appointments. Alternatively, internet-based registration under § 27 FZV is available, which, at €12.80 under Nr. 221.1.1 GebOSt, is noticeably cheaper than registration at the counter at €30.00 under Nr. 221.1. Check beforehand on your vehicle registration authority’s service portal whether it has enabled the online procedure for classic cars.

Have the plates embossed and stamped

The letter code “H” follows the identification number without a space and in the same typeface (Anlage 4 Abschnitt 4 Nr. 4 FZV). The stamping is done by a private plate service, usually right next to the registration office; the stamping itself costs nothing extra, since Nummer 228 GebOSt only applies in cases not already covered by Nummer 221; for each stamp sticker you pay €0.70, or €1.20 with a coloured state coat of arms, under Nummer 228.2. Check the plates for typing errors before they are stamped.

Check the papers and wait for the tax notice

Still at the counter, check whether the classic car plate has been noted in registration certificate Part I and Part II — this entry is required under § 10 Abs. 1 Satz 3 FZV and later serves as proof to your insurer and to customs. The competent Hauptzollamt then issues the tax notice with the flat-rate annual tax of €191.73, or €46.02 for motorcycles. At the same time, note down your next HU appointment, because the testing obligation continues unchanged with the H licence plate.

Fees & costs

Service	Amount
Registration / change of licence plate type (Nr. 221.1 GebOSt)	€30.00
Internet-based registration under § 27 FZV (Nr. 221.1.1 GebOSt)	€12.80
Stamping the licence plates	already included in Nr. 221.1
Stamp sticker (Nr. 228.2 GebOSt)	€0.70 — €1.20 with a coloured coat of arms
Embossing the licence plates (private licence plate maker)	Depends on the provider — no official fee
Classic car expert report under § 23 StVZO	approx. €80–€200, depending on the testing organisation and effort involved
Periodic roadworthiness test under § 29 StVZO (separate)	approx. €80–€100, depending on the testing organisation
Motor vehicle tax, car (§ 9 Abs. 4 Nr. 2 KraftStG)	€191.73/year — regardless of cubic capacity and CO₂
Motor vehicle tax, motorcycle (§ 9 Abs. 4 Nr. 1 KraftStG)	€46.02/year
Motor vehicle liability insurance	Depends on the insurer — freely calculated

The registration fee is a fixed amount set uniformly across Germany, not a range. Nr. 221.1 of the Fee Schedule for Measures in Road Traffic (GebOSt) expressly also covers the change of licence plate type and, since the amendment to the GebOSt of 12 August 2026 (BGBl. 2026 I Nr. 236), amounts to €30.00. Older figures of “approx. €28” are therefore out of date. Anyone using internet-based registration under § 27 FZV pays only €12.80 under Nr. 221.1.1 — the saving of €17.20 is the strongest reason to look at the online procedure.

Stamping the licence plates is not an additional fee for this change of licence-plate type: Nummer 228 GebOSt expressly applies only in cases not already covered by Nummer 221, and Nummer 221.1 covers exactly this case. The only addition to the official fees is the stamp sticker at €0.70, or €1.20 with a coloured state coat of arms (Nr. 228.2 GebOSt). The plates themselves are stamped by a private business; there is no official fee for this, and the price depends on the provider and finish. Realistically, for the official part alone, including plates and stickers, you should budget a low two-figure amount on top of the base fee.

The largest single item is usually the expert report. For the assessment under § 23 StVZO there is no state-set fee: the GebOSt regulates only official acts by the authority, not the fee charged by testing organisations. The usual €80 to €200 are therefore market prices that vary depending on the testing organisation, the vehicle’s condition and the effort involved in the assessment; valuation reports for insurance purposes are a separate, significantly more expensive product. The periodic roadworthiness test is billed separately and, from experience, costs a further €80 to €100.

For the tax, the law is tied not to the vehicle’s technical data but to the licence plate: under § 9 Abs. 4 of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (Kraftfahrzeugsteuergesetz, KraftStG) in conjunction with § 1 Abs. 1 Nr. 4 KraftStG, the annual tax for classic car plates is €191.73, and for motorcycle-only classic car plates €46.02 — regardless of cubic capacity, emissions class and CO₂ output. In financial terms, the H licence plate therefore only pays off for tax purposes once the regular motor vehicle tax exceeds €191.73 a year; for small engines it can even become more expensive. Compare your current amount with our motor vehicle tax calculator. The tax is levied by the customs administration, not by the Finanzamt (motor vehicle tax at the Hauptzollamt).

The insurance premium cannot be stated reliably. § 1 PflVG only requires you to take out liability insurance; the level of the premium is freely calculated and depends on the tariff, the annual mileage, the storage location and whether a daily-use vehicle is also insured alongside it. Classic car tariffs are often inexpensive but are tied to the conditions of the relevant insurer — read these carefully before concluding the contract.

H licence plate, 07 licence plate and seasonal licence plate compared

The H licence plate is not the only way to drive a classic car legally. Anyone who owns several historic vehicles or only drives to events should consider the red classic car plate “07”; anyone who only uses their vehicle in the summer anyway can combine the H licence plate with a seasonal licence plate.

Feature	H licence plate · 07 licence plate · seasonal licence plate
Legal basis	H: § 10 Abs. 1 FZV · 07: § 43 FZV · seasonal: § 10 Abs. 3 FZV
Permitted use	H: unrestricted road traffic · 07: journeys to take part in events for classic cars, details governed by § 43 FZV · seasonal: only within the registered operating period
Number of vehicles	H: permanently assigned to one vehicle · 07: usable for several classic cars of the same holder · seasonal: assigned to one vehicle
Annual tax	H and 07: €191.73, for motorcycles €46.02 (§ 9 Abs. 4 KraftStG) · seasonal: the Hauptzollamt determines the levy period
Low-emission zone without a sticker	H and 07: exempt under Anhang 3 Nr. 10 of the Federal Immission Control Ordinance (35. BImSchV) · seasonal: depends on the underlying type of licence plate
Periodic roadworthiness test (Hauptuntersuchung)	Compulsory under § 29 StVZO in all variants
Combination	H + seasonal expressly permitted (§ 10 Abs. 3 Satz 4 FZV refers to the cases in Absatz 1 Satz 3) · H + personalised licence plate within the character limit

The red classic car plate “07” is not a permanent registration but an allocation for specific travel purposes: it serves journeys to take part in events for classic cars. Which journeys exactly are covered and what evidence the authority may require is governed by § 43 FZV. It brings no tax advantage over the H licence plate — the flat rate of €191.73 under § 9 Abs. 4 KraftStG applies here too. The advantage lies in the collector scenario: a single 07 plate can be used for several classic cars of the same holder, so that not every vehicle has to be registered and taxed individually.

The combination with the seasonal licence plate (Saisonkennzeichen) is provided for by law: § 10 Abs. 3 FZV governs the seasonal licence plate and, in Satz 4, expressly refers to the cases in Absatz 1 Satz 3 — the letter code “H”. In practice, this means a licence plate with “H” and an additional seasonal indication at the right-hand edge. Outside the operating period, the vehicle may then neither be driven on public roads nor parked there. How the shortened registration period affects the flat-rate classic car tax is clarified by the competent Hauptzollamt, since the motor vehicle tax is levied by the customs administration.

Important notes

Low-emission zones without a sticker: Anhang 3 Nr. 10 of the 35. BImSchV exempts classic cars within the meaning of § 2 Nr. 22 FZV that carry a classic car plate from the traffic bans — regardless of the emissions class and without an emissions sticker. The text of the ordinance still refers to “§ 9 Abs. 1 oder § 17 FZV” of the 2011 version; under the 2023 FZV this corresponds to § 10 Abs. 1 (H licence plate) or § 43 (red 07 plate). If in doubt, carry the registration certificate in which the classic car plate is noted.
The periodic roadworthiness test remains an ongoing obligation: the H licence plate does not exempt you from the recurring test under § 29 StVZO, which is generally due every 24 months. The expert report under § 23 StVZO is a one-off additional test and does not replace the HU. Anyone who lets the deadline pass risks regulatory fine proceedings at a roadside check and must have the test carried out belatedly.
Borderline cases just under 30 years: under § 10 Abs. 1 Satz 4 FZV, the vehicle registration authority may, in an individual case, credit periods during which the vehicle was in operation outside public road traffic before first entering circulation. This exception typically concerns works, racing and prototype vehicles. It must be substantiated with evidence and recognised by the authority on a case-by-case basis — there is no legal entitlement.
Imported vehicles: for the 30-year period, first entry into circulation counts, even if it took place abroad (§ 2 Nr. 22 FZV). The foreign vehicle documents are therefore the central piece of evidence and are often required in certified translation. Also plan additional time for the full inspection and the customs handling (vehicle import).
Combination with a personalised licence plate: Anlage 4 Abschnitt 4 Nr. 4 FZV allows only seven characters for a single-line H licence plate — the letter code “H” does not count towards this. Two-line plates allow five, and motorcycle plates four characters in the identification number. Anyone reserving a long letter-number combination should check this limit before the reservation (personalised licence plate).
Tax threshold: the flat rate of €191.73 pays off above all for large cubic capacity and an unfavourable emissions classification. If your current motor vehicle tax is lower — for example with a small four-cylinder engine — the H licence plate makes running the vehicle more expensive, without the low-emission-zone exemption necessarily offsetting this disadvantage. Calculate both options before the assessment appointment.
Correctly classifying modifications: contemporary accessories fitted within the first few years after first registration are generally harmless; modern engines, suspension or electronics jeopardise the classic car status. Technical changes must also be properly entered — this requires a modification inspection at a testing organisation (modification inspection).
Check the note in the vehicle documents: the vehicle registration authority must note the classic car plate in registration certificate Part I and Part II under § 10 Abs. 1 Satz 3 FZV. If this entry is missing, queries may arise later with your insurer, the tax assessment or at a roadside check. Check the papers while you are still at the counter.
Online instead of the counter: via internet-based registration under § 27 FZV, the process costs €12.80 instead of €30.00. This requires an identity document with the online function activated and the procedure being enabled by the competent vehicle registration authority. Check the service portal of your district (Landkreis) or independent city before booking an appointment.

Common mistakes

Calculating the age from the German first registration

Under § 2 Nr. 22 FZV, what counts is first entry into circulation — for imported vehicles, this is the foreign first registration. Anyone relying on the date in the German Fahrzeugbrief may turn up years too early or too late for the test appointment. The consequence: the expert report is refused, the fee of €80 to €200 is still due, and the appointment has to be repeated.

Leaving non-contemporary modifications on the vehicle

A modern engine conversion, a suspension from a different manufacturer or subsequently fitted electronics conflict with the characteristic of “largely corresponding to its original condition”. The expert then refuses the report under § 23 StVZO, and without the report there is no entitlement under § 10 Abs. 1 Satz 1 FZV. Reverting the changes and a repeat assessment cause double the cost and waiting time.

Assuming the H licence plate replaces the periodic roadworthiness test

The HU obligation under § 29 StVZO continues unchanged for classic cars, generally on a 24-month cycle. Anyone who overruns the deadline risks regulatory fine proceedings at a roadside check and must have the test carried out belatedly; if the deadline is overrun by a large margin, the testing centre may also set a wider test scope with higher costs.

Budgeting with outdated fee figures

The frequently cited range of “approx. €28–€30” has been out of date since the amendment to the GebOSt of 12 August 2026 (BGBl. 2026 I Nr. 236): registration costs a fixed amount of €30.00 under Nr. 221.1. Anyone budgeting only the old minimum amount is left without sufficient means of payment for stamping, stickers and plates — many vehicle registration offices accept only an EC card or exact cash and otherwise abort the process.

Reserving a personalised licence plate that is too long

Anlage 4 Abschnitt 4 Nr. 4 FZV limits the single-line H licence plate to seven characters not counting the letter code, two-line plates to five and motorcycle plates to four characters. A combination that is too long cannot be embossed with the “H”. You then have to choose again, and the reservation fee already paid for the discarded combination is lost.

Choosing the H licence plate as a pure tax-saving scheme

The flat rate of €191.73 applies regardless of cubic capacity and emissions class. For small engines, the regular tax is often significantly lower, so that after switching you pay more tax and have additionally borne the cost of the expert report and registration. Work through the comparison beforehand — switching back incurs fees again.

Using the red 07 plate for everyday journeys

The red classic car plate under § 43 FZV covers only specific travel purposes, in particular journeys to take part in events for classic cars. Anyone using it to go shopping or to work is driving the vehicle outside its allocation; this can lead to regulatory fine proceedings, and the vehicle registration authority can withdraw the allocation.

Turning up with an expired or incorrect eVB number

The electronic insurance confirmation is valid for a limited time and must match the vehicle and the planned type of licence plate. If it has expired or was issued for a different vehicle, the vehicle registration office aborts the process, because the evidence required under § 1 PflVG is missing. You lose the appointment and have to book a new one — with several weeks’ lead time at many offices.

Frequently asked questions

From when is a vehicle a classic car?

Under § 2 Nr. 22 FZV, a classic car is a vehicle that, at the time of its assessment as a classic car, first entered circulation at least 30 years previously, largely corresponds to its original condition, is in a good state of preservation and serves to maintain motor-vehicle cultural heritage. What matters is therefore not the date of German first registration but the first entry into circulation — for imported vehicles, this includes a registration abroad.

What does the H licence plate cost at the vehicle registration office?

Registration including the change of licence-plate type costs a nationwide uniform €30.00 under Nummer 221.1 of the fee schedule for measures in road traffic; for internet-based registration under § 27 FZV it is €12.80 under Nummer 221.1.1. The stamping itself costs nothing extra: Nummer 228 GebOSt only applies in cases not already covered by Nummer 221, and a change of licence-plate type is exactly such a Nummer 221.1 case. The only separate payment remaining is the stamp sticker at €0.70, or €1.20 with a coloured state coat of arms, under Nummer 228.2. The plates themselves are stamped by a private provider, for which there is no official fee.

How much is the motor vehicle tax with an H licence plate?

Under § 9 Abs. 4 KraftStG, the annual tax is a flat rate of €191.73, or €46.02 for classic car motorcycles. Cubic capacity, emissions class and CO₂ output play no role here, because under § 1 Abs. 1 Nr. 4 KraftStG the tax is tied to the allocation of the classic car plate, not to the vehicle’s technical data.

May I drive in low-emission zones without a sticker on an H licence plate?

Yes. Anhang 3 Nr. 10 of the Federal Immission Control Ordinance (35. BImSchV) expressly exempts classic cars within the meaning of § 2 Nr. 22 FZV that carry a classic car plate from the traffic bans, regardless of the emissions class and without an emissions sticker. The exemption applies equally to the red classic car plate 07.

Do I still have to attend the periodic roadworthiness test with an H licence plate?

Yes, the H licence plate does not exempt you from the recurring periodic roadworthiness test under § 29 StVZO, which is generally due every 24 months for classic cars. The classic car expert report under § 23 StVZO does not replace the periodic roadworthiness test but is an additional one-off requirement.

Can I combine the H licence plate with a seasonal or personalised licence plate?

Yes, both combinations are permitted: § 10 Abs. 3 FZV governs the seasonal licence plate and, in Satz 4, expressly refers to the cases in Absatz 1 Satz 3 — that is, the letter code “H”. For a personalised licence plate, the character limit under Anlage 4 Abschnitt 4 Nr. 4 FZV must be observed: a single-line plate may have only seven characters, not counting the letter code “H”; a two-line plate five characters in the identification number; and a motorcycle plate four.

What is the difference from the red classic car plate 07?

The red classic car plate under § 43 FZV is not a plate for everyday use but serves journeys to take part in events for classic cars; which journeys are permitted in detail is governed by § 43 FZV. It can be used for several classic cars of the same holder and, under § 9 Abs. 4 KraftStG, likewise costs €191.73 in annual tax, whereas the H licence plate belongs permanently to one vehicle and allows unrestricted use.

My vehicle is just under 30 years old — are there exceptions?

Under § 10 Abs. 1 Satz 4 FZV, the vehicle registration authority may, in an individual case, credit periods during which the vehicle was in operation outside public road traffic before first entering circulation. This can rescue borderline cases just under the 30-year mark, but requires evidence and a case-by-case decision by the competent authority.

Can I apply for the H licence plate online?

Internet-based registration under § 27 FZV is possible in principle and, at €12.80 under Nr. 221.1.1 GebOSt, significantly cheaper than registration at the counter. Whether your vehicle registration authority has enabled the procedure for classic cars, and what evidence needs to be uploaded, you can find out from the competent office.

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