A car's identification code
A car's registration code is a unique 4-digit code. It consists of the last 4 digits of your car's chassis number. The insurance company needs this code to register your car with the RDW. Without this code, you cannot purchase car insurance. So be sure to keep the code in a safe place.
This is a reporting code
Your car's identification code is the last 4 digits of the chassis number. For a motorcycle, scooter, or ATV, these are the last 4 digits of the frame number. The registration code is linked to the license plate. If you want to , the insurer will need the registration code.
With the claim code, the insurer can:
Matching the right vehicle to your request.
Check whether the vehicle is eligible for insurance.
Need a reference code for car insurance
To register your car as insured, you must provide the insurance company with both the registration code and the license plate number at the same time. Without the registration code, an insurer cannot activate the auto insurance.
When you take out or cancel car insurance, the insurer forwards the notification code to the RDW. The RDW then verifies whether the car is properly insured in accordance with Dutch regulations (at a minimum, third-party liability insurance).
Apply for car insurance for your new car right away
Are you getting a new car? Even without the code, you can still compare insurance policies and choose the one that’s best for you. Once you’ve found a car insurance policy, you’ll need the registration code to purchase the policy.
You don't have to wait until after the transfer to insure your new car. Ask the seller for the license plate number and registration code now. When you apply for car insurance online, you can choose when the coverage begins. So you can set up the insurance right now, even if you won't pick up the car for a few days.
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Provide the correct claim code to the insurance company
It is very important that you provide your insurer with the correct registration code. If you provide the wrong code, the car cannot be registered with the RDW and will be listed as “uninsured.”
You'll need to have the code ready only when you're actually insuring the car.
Lost reporting code
Did you lose your registration code? There are several ways to find it. You can find the registration code on the vehicle registration certificate Part 1B or on the vehicle registration card.
Don't have your vehicle registration certificate handy? There are other ways to find your registration code:
Under the hood or on the inside of your car's door.
Request the information from the RDW using your DigiD.
Check with the car dealer.
The Difference Between a Reporting Code and a Registration Code
The reporting code and the registration code of the car are sometimes confused. However, these two codes serve different purposes.
You'll need the registration code when transferring ownership, suspending registration, scrapping, exporting, or trading in the car. You'll need the reporting code when taking out auto insurance.
Frequently Asked Questions About a Car's Registration Code
Where can I find my car's registration number?
You can find the registration code on Part 1B of the vehicle registration certificate or on the registration card. It consists of the last four digits of the chassis number. If you don’t have these documents on hand, you can often find the registration code under the hood, on the inside of the door, or request it from the RDW using your DigiD.
Why is the claim code required for auto insurance?
The registration code is required to register the car with the RDW as insured. Insurers use the registration code to link the correct vehicle to your application and to verify whether the vehicle is eligible for insurance. Without a registration code, car insurance cannot be activated.
Can I insure a car without a registration code?
No, an insurer cannot issue a car insurance policy without a registration code. You can compare premiums and select a policy, but the registration code is required for the policy to actually take effect. So be sure to request the code from the seller in a timely manner or look it up yourself.
How do I report the claim to the insurance company?
When applying for auto insurance, you must provide the registration code along with the license plate number to the insurer. You can often do this directly on the online application form. Be sure to use the correct code; otherwise, the insurance cannot be registered with the RDW.
Do I need the registration code when selling my car?
No, the registration code is only required when canceling or terminating a car insurance policy. When selling your car, it is actually the title transfer code that is important for transferring the license plate to the buyer.
When do I need to provide the claim code when applying for insurance?
You provide the registration code when you submit your final insurance application. You can do this right away while filling out the application form. Only then can the insurer register your car with the RDW, and the insurance will be activated.
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