Personalised number plates in Luxembourg: prices, procedure and rules to follow

Is it possible to personalise your number plate in Luxembourg?

Luxembourg does allow you to reserve a personalised registration number for your vehicle. This process is overseen by the SNCA, which manages the allocation of numbers and checks that each application complies with the rules.

It is important to note that personalisation concerns the number only, not the graphic design of the plate. The official Luxembourg format remains unchanged: yellow background and black characters, as with any standard registration plate. Here are the key points to remember:

• The SNCA allows you to reserve a specific number, subject to availability.
• Personalisation applies exclusively to the combination of numbers or letters chosen.
• The visual format of the plate must remain in line with the official Luxembourg standard (yellow background, black characters).
• The proposed combinations must comply with the formats authorised under the regulations in force.

How can I personalise my number plate in Luxembourg?

An application for a personalised plate must be submitted to the SNCA in accordance with a defined administrative procedure. It is not a complicated process, but you do need to follow the steps in the right order to avoid any disappointment.

• First, check the availability of the number you want using the tools provided by the SNCA.
• Submit an official application through the appropriate channels (counter service or online platform).
• Wait for official confirmation before ordering the physical plate.
• Once approved, the plate must be produced by a manufacturer approved by the Luxembourg authorities.
• The plate is only legally valid and usable once official approval has been obtained from the SNCA.

How can I find out whether a personalised plate is available in Luxembourg?

Before starting any administrative process, it is essential to check that the number you want is actually available. The SNCA provides tools to make this search easier.

• You can check the availability of personalised numbers online directly on the SNCA’s official platforms.
• Some combinations may already be reserved or assigned to another vehicle owner.
• Numbers considered offensive, contrary to public decency or non-compliant with the rules are not accepted.
• The official confirmation issued by the SNCA remains the only document that definitively validates the availability of a number.
• Certain combinations are prohibited  the letters I and O, as well as the letter pairs AA, CD, HJ, KK, KZ, PD, SA, SS, WC and ZZ, are not permitted.

How much does a personalised number plate cost in Luxembourg?

Obtaining a personalised number involves additional costs compared with standard registration. These costs are set by the Luxembourg administration and may change over time.

• An administrative fee is charged for reserving the personalised number with the SNCA.
• Separate additional charges are billed for the physical manufacture of the plate by an approved manufacturer.
• The exact amount is set by the administration and may be revised periodically; you should enquire directly with the SNCA to find out the current rates.
• Personalising the number does not exempt the owner from the standard vehicle registration fees.

What rules must a Luxembourg number plate follow?

Whether personalised or not, a Luxembourg number plate must comply strictly with the official standards in force. Any unauthorised modification may result in penalties.

• The official format requires a yellow background with black characters, regardless of the number chosen.
• The dimensions of the plate are regulated and must match the approved standards.
• It is strictly prohibited to add stickers, decorative elements or any other unauthorised modifications to the plate.
• The plate must remain legible at all times and must, under no circumstances, be concealed, damaged or altered.

What fine applies for a non-compliant plate in Luxembourg?

Driving with a non-compliant plate in Luxembourg constitutes an offence under the Luxembourg Highway Code. The competent authorities may issue a penalty to any driver whose vehicle displays a plate that does not comply with the standards in force.

• A modified or illegible plate, or one that does not comply with the official format, constitutes a clear offence under the Highway Code.
• Penalties may vary depending on the nature and seriousness of the non-compliance identified by the authorities.
• It is therefore essential to use only plates from approved manufacturers and approved by the SNCA.
• If in doubt, contact the SNCA or your AXA adviser to make sure your plate complies with the rules.